Also known as: former US President Barack Obama · President Barack Obama · then-President Barack Obama · U.S. President Barack Obama
Former US President who campaigned for Democrats and criticized Trump ahead of 2026 midterm elections.
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… AFP spoke with Michael Daniel, president of the Cyber Threat Alliance and a former White House cybersecurity coordinator under former US president Barack Obama, about what the episode means as AI tools find software flaws faster than ever. …
'Tech debt coming due': AI-found flaw signals chaos aheadCapital News
Former US President Barack Obama has attacked the Trump administration over the Iran war and high consumer prices as he hit the campaign trail for Democrats ahead of the US midterm elections. …
Obama attacks Trump as he campaigns for Democrats ahead of midterm electionsCitizen Digital
Obama blasts Trump's 'chaos and cruelty' while campaigning for Democrats By AFP October 25, 2026 07:29 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter Former US President Barack Obama in 2021. …
Obama blasts Trump's 'chaos and cruelty' while campaigning for DemocratsThe Standard
Audio By VocalizeFormer US president Barack Obama delivered scathing criticisms of current leader Donald Trump at rallies Saturday in Ohio and Michigan to support Democratic candidates ahead of the November 3 midterm elections. …
Obama blasts Trump's 'chaos and cruelty' while campaigning for DemocratsThe Standard
… Former American president Barack Obama had to step in this week after Omar’s house in Washington DC was subjected to a search by federal agents investigating allegations involving immigration documents dating back more than two decades. …
Letter from Mogadishu: Somalis to elect new president through universal suffrage in MayCitizen Digital
… Give me an honest, constitutional leader over a hypocritical autocrat any day." While still at it, other Kenyans shared viral photos of global leaders taking a sip of beer including former US President Barack Obama, former German Chancellor Angela Merkel, late Pope Benedict XVI a …
Sherehe haitaki hasira: Kenyans defend Sifuna after Ruto's attack over alcoholCitizen Digital
… Hamilton was awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom by former president Barack Obama in 2016 for her achievements. …
Margaret Hamilton, scientist who worked on NASA's Apollo program, dead at 90Citizen Digital
… President Barack Obama’s official visit to Nairobi. Outraged by the one-dimensional framing of their nation, thousands of Kenyans hijacked the platform using a mix of biting satire, humor, factual corrections, and high-quality imagery of modern urban development and natural lands …
KOX vs. Mzansi: Kenyans take early lead in ruthless online war with South AfricaCapital News
… Anderson adds: “This is not a last-minute purchase at the airport.” During Xi’s state visit to the US in 2013, then-President Barack Obama gifted him an inscribed bench made of redwood, native to California where the two had met. …
Why Trump gave Xi an ornate bald eagle statue at the state dinnerThe Standard
… Subscribe to our newsletterHe contrasted Sifuna’s approach with the fundraising model associated with former US President Barack Obama, insisting that Kenya has its own political traditions.“Kenya is not America, we have our own culture and traditions of doing things,” Atwoli sai …
Atwoli: Edwin Sifuna must 'suffer'Companies and government agencies rushed to patch two critical flaws in PHP discovered using an OpenAI model, marking a high-profile demonstration of AI's cyber capabilities and beginning what cybersecurity experts warn could be a chaotic period as AI tools find software vulnerabilities faster than ever.
25 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Companies and government agencies rushed to patch two critical flaws in PHP discovered using an OpenAI model, marking a high-profile demonstration of AI's cyber capabilities and beginning what cybersecurity experts warn could be a chaotic period as AI tools find software vulnerabilities faster than ever.
25 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Former US President Barack Obama has attacked the Trump administration over the Iran war and high consumer prices while campaigning for Democrats ahead of the 3 November midterm elections, which will decide which party controls Congress. Trump meanwhile touted his administration's immigration and tariff policies at a rally in Georgia.
25 October 2026 · Capital News →
Former US president Barack Obama delivered criticisms of Donald Trump at rallies in Ohio and Michigan to support Democratic candidates ahead of the November 3 midterm elections. Obama blamed the Trump administration for rising cost of living and described the current administration's decisions as "chaos and cruelty and corruption and incompetence."
25 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Former US president Barack Obama delivered criticisms of Donald Trump at rallies in Ohio and Michigan to support Democratic candidates ahead of the November 3 midterm elections, citing the rising cost of living and an unnecessary war as reasons for voters to seek change.
25 October 2026 · The Standard →
Somalia's electoral commission has set parliamentary elections for April 15, 2027, and presidential elections for May 15, 2027, to be held through universal suffrage with political parties—the first direct elections since 1969. The announcement has triggered political controversy, with the opposition demanding dialogue and refusing to recognize a constitutional amendment that extended the presidential term to five years.
24 October 2026 · The Standard →
A social media storm erupted after photographs of Senator Edwin Sifuna drinking beer at a concert sparked criticism from political detractors who argued that public figures should uphold a pristine image; supporters countered with defenses of personal freedom and challenged critics over religious hypocrisy.
16 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Margaret Hamilton, an American scientist who led development of the computer system for NASA's Apollo lunar program, has died at age 90. Hamilton taught at MIT from 1959 to the mid-1970s and is remembered as a pioneering software engineer whose work was integral to one of humanity's most complex technological achievements.
8 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →
A fiery online exchange between Kenyans and South Africans on X erupted on October 4, 2026, quickly escalating into a continent-wide spectacle of memes, insults, and competing statistics, with Kenyans appearing to lead as of October 6.
6 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →
US President Donald Trump presented Chinese President Xi Jinping with a sculpture of a bald eagle during a state dinner in Washington, describing it as embodying "the free and soaring spirit of America." Trump and First Lady Melania Trump participated in the design of the gift, which is part of diplomatic gift-giving aimed at forging personal relationships between the heads of the two global superpowers.
25 September 2026 · Capital News →
COTU Secretary General Francis Atwoli argued that Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna needs more experience, stronger structures, and a wider national network before seeking Kenya's presidency, saying he must "go through stages" and "suffer" to understand how the economy works and the problems facing ordinary Kenyans.
21 September 2026 · The Standard →
A 44-year-old senator, Edwin Sifuna, has emerged as a rising challenger to Kenya's President William Ruto ahead of next year's election by channeling anger over political violence and corruption. Sifuna earned goodwill among Gen-Z voters during June 2024 protests and is touring the country drawing crowds, though he has yet to officially declare a presidential run.
18 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Senator Edwin Sifuna, 44, has emerged as a rising challenger to President William Ruto ahead of Kenya's August 2027 election, channeling Gen-Z anger over political violence and corruption. The former lawyer gained goodwill during June 2024 protests and is drawing large crowds on a countrywide tour, though he has yet to officially declare a presidential run.
18 September 2026 · The Standard →
Edwin Sifuna, a 44-year-old senator, has become a rising challenger to President William Ruto ahead of Kenya's August 2027 election, channeling anger over political violence and corruption, particularly among Gen-Z voters who backed him during June 2024 protests against police violence.
14 September 2026 · The Standard →
The United States commemorated the 25th anniversary of the September 11, 2001 attacks with a ceremony in New York, notably absent President Donald Trump, who instead paid respects at the Pentagon and linked the subsequent "war on terror" to his current conflict in Iran.
12 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
A quarter century after the 2001 attacks on the World Trade Center and Pentagon that killed 2,977 people, the United States is working to preserve memory of the tragedy as a growing proportion of Americans did not experience it firsthand. President Trump, Vice President Vance, and four former presidents are expected at commemorations, with institutions like the 9/11 Memorial & Museum now focusing on education and outreach to younger generations.
7 September 2026 · The Standard →
Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua said he would run as Edwin Sifuna's running mate if the Nairobi senator has the strongest numbers to beat President Ruto in 2027, and suggested opposition leaders should prioritise electoral mathematics over personal ambitions when forming their ticket.
6 September 2026 · Capital News →
Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua said he would be willing to become Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna's running mate in 2027 if political calculations show Sifuna is the opposition candidate most capable of defeating President William Ruto. Gachagua argued the opposition should prioritize defeating Ruto by selecting the candidate with strongest nationwide support, regardless of seniority or personal ambition.
6 September 2026 · The Standard →
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said a diplomatic deal was not possible with Iran's rulers, citing recent discussions with US President Donald Trump about diplomacy with the Islamic republic. Netanyahu praised Trump's new campaign of economic pressure against Iran.
26 August 2026 · The Standard →
Dolly Parton, the country music legend, has died at 80. Americans across political and entertainment lines united in mourning, with presidents Trump and Biden, former presidents Bush and Obama, and celebrities including Miley Cyrus paying tribute to her as a beloved cultural figure known for kindness and philanthropy.
26 August 2026 · The Standard →
A federal judge in Boston cleared the way for the Trump administration to strip nearly 1,100 Somalis of Temporary Protected Status, allowing the U.S. Department of Homeland Security to terminate their legal protections against deportation. The ruling followed a June Supreme Court decision that curtailed judicial review of administration efforts to end TPS designations for migrants from 13 countries.
15 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Lebanese President Joseph Aoun departed Beirut for Washington to meet Donald Trump and discuss the situation in Lebanon, strengthening the ceasefire in the south, and Israel's withdrawal from Lebanese regions. This is the first trip to Washington by a Lebanese head of state since Michel Sleiman's visit in 2009.
19 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The United States marked its 250th birthday on 4 July with fireworks, flyovers, and extreme weather. President Donald Trump attended a rally on the National Mall in Washington, where he delivered remarks before what was reported as the largest fireworks display ever in the US.
5 July 2026 · Capital News →
US President Donald Trump signed a memorandum of understanding with Iran in France aimed at ending conflict and reopening the Strait of Hormuz, but some Republicans warn the agreement is too weak, offering Iran sanctions relief and a potential $300 billion reconstruction fund while lacking firm commitments on uranium enrichment, ballistic missiles, and Tehran's support for armed proxies.
19 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
All living US ex-presidents except Donald Trump attended the opening of Barack Obama's presidential center in Chicago on Thursday, alongside celebrities and musicians. The absence underscores current political divisions, as Trump has routinely criticized Obama.
18 June 2026 · The Standard →
The 11th Our Ocean Conference in Mombasa brought together global leaders, policymakers, and conservationists to discuss stronger ocean protection, sustainable fisheries management, and blue economy investment. Former US Secretary of State John Kerry emphasized the critical role oceans play in sustaining life and regulating climate, while warning that current marine protections remain insufficient.
17 June 2026 · The Standard →
The US announced that ships will move toll-free through the Strait of Hormuz under an Iran peace deal signed by President Donald Trump, with possible $300 billion reconstruction funds for Iran contingent on the country fulfilling its commitments.
16 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Ghetto Classics, a music programme founded in 2007 in Korogocho, has transformed the lives of over 1,500 children from Nairobi slums through music and has performed for Jill Biden, Barack Obama, and the Pope.
4 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Health Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale revealed that Kenya and the United States signed a cooperation agreement on threat reduction and biological and infectious diseases programmes on July 24, 2015, during former US President Barack Obama's State visit to Kenya. The agreement underwent Cabinet approval in April 2016, parliamentary approval in February 2017, and came into effect on April 6, 2017, with an initial six-year validity that was renewed in April 2022 for another seven years, extending it to April 5, 2029.
3 June 2026 · Capital News →
US President Donald Trump posted over 50 times in three hours around midnight Monday, sharing conspiracy theories, crude memes, and attacks on opponents including former President Barack Obama on Truth Social, amid scrutiny of his health and as he travels to a summit in China.
13 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
President William Ruto pledged to build 40 modern classrooms at Maseno School in Kisumu to benefit 1,600 students, with 20 classrooms to be completed before the end of the year to allow admission of an additional 800 students in January 2027. The Ministry of Lands and Housing will also build dormitories for 2,000 students and the Education ministry will construct a multipurpose hall.
9 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →