Nepal’s authorities ordered residents along the Budhi Gandaki River to evacuate on Sunday, 11 October, after a sudden flash flood swept away homes and other buildings in the country’s mountainous north-central region.

Fifteen children are among the dead, with 82 people, all Ethiopians, having survived while another 84 people are still missing.

Pope Leo XIV at the diocesan assembly in the Basilica of St John Lateran on September 19, 2025. PHOTO/FILE. By PATRICK MAYOYO Catholics are invited to reflect on God’s abundant love, the promise of eternal life and the importance of responding to His call with genuine faith. The readings from Isaiah, St Paul’s Letter to the Philippians and the Gospel according to Matthew present a message of hope, perseverance and spiritual responsibility, reminding Christians that accepting God’s invitation requires more than words; it demands a life transformed by love and good deeds. The first reading, Isaiah 25:6–10a, describes God preparing a magnificent feast for all peoples on His holy mountain. The rich food and choice wine symbolise abundance, joy and the fulfilment of His promises. More importantly, Isaiah declares that God will destroy death, remove the veil covering the nations and wipe away every tear. This offers comfort to those experiencing grief, suffering, injustice and uncert...

Linda Mwananchi movement leaders Edwin Sifuna and James Orengo. PHOTO/UGC. By PATRICK MAYOYO I have been reflecting on whether Kenya’s opposition formations, particularly Edwin Sifuna’s Linda Mwananchi movement and Kalonzo Musyoka’s Ukombozi Alliance, can make the establishment of a federal republic a central issue in the 2027 General Election. The question arose following a discussion with a friend, James, whose argument challenged me to reconsider Kenya’s constitutional future. James believes the opposition should stop defining itself merely by its opposition to President William Ruto and instead offer Kenyans a transformative political alternative. For me, that alternative could be a fundamental restructuring of the state: replacing the excessive concentration of power in the presidency with a federal republic that guarantees meaningful regional autonomy, equitable development and inclusive governance. I increasingly agree with this argument. Kenya does not merely need a cha...

At least 139 migrants, including at least 15 children, died and 84 remain missing after a boat carrying 350 people capsized off Djibouti en route to Yemen, the International Organisation for Migration said on Sunday.

In tonight's programme, South African judge and human rights champion Navi Pillay has been awarded the Nobel Peace Prize. Also in Kenya health officials in Nairobi are still racing to track dozens of people linked to the man who died from the virus earlier this week. And finally, Moroccan-British photographer Hassan Hajjaj has built a global reputation with his vibrant portraits, 40 of his iconic Rock Stars pictures are taking centre stage in Paris.

Built in Ibadan, startbuddi brings customer management, marketing and daily operations into one workspace. Founder Joanna Okedara-Kalu discusses Chip AI, its free plan and the commercial challenges ahead.

Darey Art Alade and Livespot offer a case study in the business behind Africa’s entertainment industry, from production capability and project financing to rights ownership and team development.

SIR SORIBE KELECHI J. The Senate structure and how far it travels From a tested Owerri North base to the nine-LGA Imo East map By Prof. MarkAnthony Nze AN INDEPENDENT PUBLIC-INTEREST ASSESSMENT This series is published entirely free of charge. No candidate pays for inclusion, favorable treatment, the suppression of criticism, or editorial protection. That […]

Christa Pike has returned to a Tennessee prison after a hospital stay following a failed execution attempt in which officials administered two doses of lethal drugs.