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  1. June 2026
  2. Citizen Digital

    Police later issued an arrest warrant and arrested ​Carman at the airport as he prepared to board a flight back to Australia.In an ‌investigation ⁠room at the police station, Carman issued a message to the victim’s family before being transferred to the Pattaya Provincial Court."

    Thai family mourns teen girl found dead in suitcase as Australian arrested
  3. Citizen Digital

    Egypt will now face Australia in Dallas on July 3, with many fans relieved to have avoided Senegal, their longstanding African rivals.

    'It was a dream': Egypt revel in historic World Cup moment
  4. Citizen Digital

    "I spoke with Salah and he assured me it would be fine, that it's not a serious injury." Egypt will play Australia in Dallas on July 3 for a place in the last 16.

    Egypt coach optimistic about Salah after injury scare
  5. Citizen Digital

    Australia to double fine for flouting teen social media ban By AFP June 28, 2026 03:00 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter Australia’s Prime Minister Anthony Albanese (L) speaks as he stands with Australian Tre

    Australia to double fine for flouting teen social media ban
  6. The Standard

    Imbunya has also prioritized capacity building for public servants by securing more than Sh1.5 billion worth of scholarships through partnerships with countries including France, Australia, Cyprus and Azerbaijan.

    PS Imbunya's 100 days with reforms in Public Service
  7. The Standard

    through the second half when he curling goalbound shot was deflected for a corner.Mohamed Salah was removed in the 57th minute, looking decidedly unhappy as he exited to make way for Zizo but the former Liverpool legend will no doubt have a role to play when Egypt face Australia

    Iran have certain World Cup last-32 place snatched away
  8. The Standard

    Audio By VocalizeAustralia qualified for the World Cup knockout rounds on Thursday after battling to a 0-0 draw with Paraguay in Santa Clara to claim second place in Group D.

    Australia draw with Paraguay to clinch World Cup last 32 place
  9. The Standard

    For Turkey, already eliminated and without even a goal after disastrous losses to Paraguay and Australia, the only objective was to restore some pride.Despite the low stakes and substantially reshuffled lineups for both teams, a packed SoFi Stadium was in deafening mood.

    Turkey exit World Cup with heads held high, beat USA with last-gasp winner
  10. Citizen Digital

    enyan nationals holding ordinary passports will be eligible for either a 14-day or 60-day visa on arrival in the UAE, provided they possess a valid residence permit from the United States, the United Kingdom, a European Union member state, Singapore, Japan, South Korea, Australia

    Kenyans now eligible for UAE Visa-on-Arrival under expanded entry programme
  11. Citizen Digital

    The US have clinched top spot in Group D with a game to spare after wins over Paraguay and Australia, and will try to maintain that momentum against already eliminated Turkey in Los Angeles.

    USA, Germany in control as Dutch eye World Cup knockouts
World & Region

Kenya seeks trade and investment ties with Australia

The News

Kenya's Principal Secretary for Foreign Affairs Dr. Korir Sing'Oei concluded a visit to Australia under the country's Special Visitors Programme, aimed at unlocking new trade, investment and employment opportunities. The visit included discussions with Australian officials and industry leaders on expanding trade, investment, research partnerships and skills development in areas including mining, renewable energy, agriculture, and digital technology.

6 hours ago · Citizen Digital

Today

  1. Kenya seeks trade and investment ties with Australia

    Kenya's Principal Secretary for Foreign Affairs Dr. Korir Sing'Oei concluded a visit to Australia under the country's Special Visitors Programme, aimed at unlocking new trade, investment and employment opportunities. The visit included discussions with Australian officials and industry leaders on expanding trade, investment, research partnerships and skills development in areas including mining, renewable energy, agriculture, and digital technology.

    6 hours ago · Citizen Digital

Yesterday

  1. Cameroon's Eseme wins Commonwealth 100m gold

    Emmanuel Eseme of Cameroon won gold in the men's 100m at the Commonwealth Games in Glasgow with a new Games record time of 9.83 seconds. Australia's Lachlan Kennedy took silver and Nigeria's Kanyinsola Ajayi claimed bronze.

    15 hours ago · Citizen Digital

  2. Kenyan trio advances to Commonwealth Games 800m semis

    Defending champion Wyclife Kinyamal, reigning African champion Kelvin Kimtai Loti, and Nicholas Kiplangat Kebenei all qualified for the men's 800m semi-finals at the Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games, with Kinyamal aiming for a historic third consecutive title.

    23 hours ago · Citizen Digital

  3. Wanza wins silver in 10,000m; Odira advances to 800m semi-finals

    Diana Wanza claimed Kenya's second medal at the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow with a silver in the women's 10,000 metres, finishing behind Australia's Rose Davies. Reigning world champion Lilian Odira secured her place in the 800m semi-finals.

    28 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

Monday 27 July

  1. Murdoch University golf tournament offers scholarships for Kenyan students

    Murdoch University hosted a golf tournament at Muthaiga Golf Club to promote academic partnerships and expand higher education opportunities for Kenyan students in Australia, attracting golfers, education stakeholders, diplomats and corporate leaders.

    27 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

Friday 24 July

  1. AI disrupts memorisation-based model, employers demand analytical thinking

    As artificial intelligence and search engines make information instantly accessible, Kenyan educators and parents are shifting focus from rote memorisation toward skills like analytical thinking, problem-solving, and communication that modern employers prioritise, according to the World Economic Forum's Future of Jobs Report.

    24 July 2026 · The Standard

Thursday 23 July

  1. UK withdraws remaining diplomats from Iran amid conflict escalation

    Britain has withdrawn its remaining diplomatic staff from Iran due to security concerns arising from escalating conflict between Iran and the United States, with the Foreign Office saying the embassy continues to operate remotely. The withdrawal follows an earlier June staff withdrawal and comes after Israeli air strikes on Iran.

    23 July 2026 · The Standard

Wednesday 22 July

  1. France's parliament approves social media ban for under-15s

    France's Senate overwhelmingly approved a bill banning social media access for children under 15, making France the first European country to bar children from apps such as TikTok. President Emmanuel Macron championed the ban and pledged to enforce it by September.

    22 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

Tuesday 21 July

  1. France to become first EU country banning social media for under-15s

    French lawmakers are expected to approve a bill banning social media access for children under 15, with the ban set to roll out in stages beginning September 1, when under-15s will be blocked from creating new accounts. President Macron has championed the law as a flagship reform and pledged enforcement by September, which would also include a mobile phone ban in secondary schools.

    21 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

  2. France set to approve social media ban for under-15s

    French lawmakers are expected to approve a bill banning social media access for children under 15, making France the first European country to introduce such a digital age limit. The ban will be rolled out in stages, starting with blocking new account creation for under-15s from September 1.

    21 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

Monday 20 July

  1. Kenya approved to host Africa's continental netball championships

    Kenya has moved closer to hosting the Africa Men's and Women's Netball Cup from September 19–26, 2026, after the Confederation of African Netball Associations expressed satisfaction with the country's proposed venues and preparedness. The tournament will involve twelve men and women teams and serve as a qualifier for the 17th Netball World Cup in Sydney in 2027.

    20 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

  2. Healthcare worker management needs national reconsideration post-devolution

    An opinion piece argues that while healthcare devolution to Kenya's 47 counties has expanded access and addressed regional inequality since 2010, the management of healthcare workers requires urgent national reflection and potential reform.

    20 July 2026 · The Standard

Saturday 18 July

  1. Kenyan Wanyonyi races elite 800m field at London Diamond League

    Olympic and world champion Emmanuel Wanyonyi competes in the men's 800m at the London Diamond League, facing strong international middle-distance runners including Canada's Olympic silver medallist Marco Arop, following Wanyonyi's recent 1,000m record in Monaco.

    18 July 2026 · The Standard

Thursday 16 July

  1. Actor Sam Neill died of pneumonia, says agent

    New Zealand actor Sam Neill, star of "Jurassic Park," died of pneumonia at age 78 in Australia on Monday, his agent Philip Grenz said. Neill had previously battled lymphoma using CAR-T therapy and was cancer-free at the time of his death.

    16 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

Wednesday 15 July

  1. Odira defends Kipyegon after fourth-place Monaco finish

    Kenyan middle-distance runner Lilian Odira publicly defended Faith Kipyegon following criticism of her fourth-place finish in the 3000m at the Monaco Diamond League, urging fans to remain patient as Kipyegon manages a lingering hamstring injury from Shanghai and praising her contributions to Kenya's athletics legacy.

    15 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

  2. Australia plans laws to regulate AI data centres, protect copyright

    Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese announced plans to enact laws regulating how artificial intelligence data centres use power and water, and to protect creative copyright. He said he would meet state and territory leaders next month to discuss the proposed laws, which would be introduced next year to build trust in AI and protect national security.

    15 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

Monday 13 July

  1. EU expert panel delivers advice on possible social media ban for children

    An expert panel of doctors, academics, youth representatives and parents will deliver recommendations on Monday to help the European Union decide whether to ban children from social media. Greece, France and Spain have pushed for limiting minors' access, and EU chief Ursula von der Leyen has tasked the panel to advise on how the bloc should address the issue, with a legal proposal expected this summer.

    13 July 2026 · The Standard

Sunday 12 July

  1. Over 20 countries move to restrict children's social media access

    A growing number of countries are implementing or proposing restrictions on children's access to social media, with more than 20 countries now involved and five already enforcing measures, mostly targeting children under 15 or 16. The European Union is considering similar regulations, with an expert committee set to submit recommendations to the European Commission.

    12 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

Friday 10 July

  1. Egypt team welcomed home after best World Cup showing

    Hundreds of supporters welcomed Egypt's national football team home on Friday after the country's best-ever World Cup performance, which ended with a last-16 exit to Argentina. Fans gathered at an airport in El-Alamein for a parade through the coastal city.

    10 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

  2. Europe dominates World Cup quarter-finals despite tournament expansion

    Six of eight quarter-finalists are European nations—France, Spain, Belgium, England, Norway, and Switzerland—alongside Argentina and Morocco. Despite the 48-team format increasing non-European representation, Europe's dominance at the business end reflects the continent's concentration of wealth and top talent in major leagues.

    10 July 2026 · The Standard

  3. Egypt celebrates best World Cup run after last-16 exit

    Hundreds of supporters welcomed home Egypt's national football team on Friday after the country's best-ever World Cup performance, which ended with a last-16 loss to Argentina following a 3-2 comeback. Egypt achieved their first-ever World Cup win and reached the last 16 for the first time after beating Australia on penalties.

    10 July 2026 · The Standard

Thursday 9 July

  1. Six European teams dominate 2026 World Cup quarter-finals

    Despite the World Cup expanding to 48 teams to give underrepresented continents more opportunity, the quarter-final line-up remains dominated by Europe, with France, Spain, Belgium, England, Norway, and Switzerland joined only by Argentina and Morocco.

    9 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

  2. U.S. loses to Belgium 4-1, exits 2026 World Cup

    The United States, co-hosts of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, were eliminated in the Round of 16 after a 4-1 defeat to Belgium. Despite widespread marketing hype and optimism, the analysis suggests the higher-ranked Belgian team was simply the better side on the day.

    9 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

  3. EU poised to restrict children's social media access

    An expert report expected July 13 is anticipated to recommend limiting minors' access to online platforms, potentially leading to EU restrictions as early as summer. Options under consideration range from a blanket ban on under-16s to restrictions on certain services and features, following Australia's similar move.

    9 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

Tuesday 7 July

  1. Argentina face Egypt in World Cup quarter-final battle

    Lionel Messi's Argentina play Egypt on Tuesday in a World Cup last-16 match, with the winner advancing to face Switzerland or Colombia in the semi-finals. Argentina are the defending champions while Egypt have never progressed beyond the round of 16.

    7 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

  2. Messi's Argentina face Salah's Egypt in World Cup last 16

    Argentina, the defending champions, meet Egypt in the World Cup round of 16 on Tuesday in Atlanta. Messi, Kylian Mbappe, and Erling Haaland are tied on seven goals in the Golden Boot race.

    7 July 2026 · The Standard

Monday 6 July

  1. Nigeria investigates tech giants over unlawful news content use

    Nigeria's competition regulator launched an investigation into major technology and AI companies, including Meta, Alphabet, X, and generative AI platforms, following allegations of unlawful exploitation of news content and unfair market practices. The investigation, initiated by presidential directive after a petition from the Nigerian Press Organisation, will examine unauthorised use of journalistic content for AI model development.

    6 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

  2. Nigeria regulator probes tech firms for unlawful news use

    Nigeria's competition regulator said Monday it is investigating major technology and AI companies over allegations of unlawful exploitation of news content and unfair market practices, following a presidential directive after a petition by the Nigerian Press Organisation citing concerns about unauthorised use of journalistic content for AI training.

    6 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

  3. Salah scores penalty chip as Egypt beats Australia in World Cup shootout

    Mohamed Salah scored a Panenka penalty to help Egypt defeat Australia 4-2 on penalties after a 1-1 draw, advancing Egypt to the World Cup last 16 for the first time with a knockout victory. The Egypt captain said he decided at the last moment to attempt the chip under pressure and called it historic for his country, which has never previously qualified past the group stage.

    6 July 2026 · The Standard

Saturday 4 July

  1. Salah scores Panenka penalty as Egypt beats Australia in shootout

    Mohamed Salah chipped in a Panenka penalty to help Egypt beat Australia 4-2 on penalties after a 1-1 draw, advancing Egypt to the World Cup last 16 for the first time in a knockout match.

    4 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

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