News and updates about Kenya

New Jersey man tried to join Somali terror group

New Jersey man inspired by Hamas attacks tried to join Somali terror group, prosecutors say.

New Jersey man tried to join Somali terror group

Kenya:

Israeli women attacked with machete, one loses finger

A group of muggers assaulted the pair of tourists, causing injuries.

Israeli women attacked with machete, one loses finger

Minister Eli Cohen:

'Nairobi visit has regional and strategic importance'

Foreign Minister Eli Cohen concludes quick visit to Nairobi during which he met with the Kenyan Foreign Minister and other leaders.

'Nairobi visit has regional and strategic importance'

Kenya:

At least 51 killed in truck accident

At least 51 killed in horrifying wreck in Kenya, 32 injured

At least 51 killed in truck accident

Kenyan president visits Western Wall, calls for peace and unity

Kenya's President William Ruto speaks out against antisemitism and signs guestbook with blessing for State of Israel.

Kenyan president visits Western Wall, calls for peace and unity

Man wears burka to enter Kenyan female chess tournament

University student's real identity discovered after he beats two top chess players.

Man wears burka to enter Kenyan female chess tournament

These Are The 5 Best Places for a Holiday in Kenya

Kenya is a country on the eastern wing of Africa, and as any safari enthusiast will tell you, it is the go-to safari destination in Africa.

These Are The 5 Best Places for a Holiday in Kenya

The African Islamic State from the ocean to Sudan

The African Islamic State from the ocean to Sudan

Body of Jewish millionaire found in sewerage

Body of Tob Cohen, 71, discovered in his home's sewage drain.

Body of Jewish millionaire found in sewerage

Chabad of Kenya:

'Suddenly - light in my eyes, blows, confusion'

Rabbi Shmuel Notik, Chabad emissary in Nairobi, recounts tense moments he and his wife experienced during violent robbery of their home.

'Suddenly - light in my eyes, blows, confusion'

Kenya Chabad House:

'They stole everything they found - but didn't hurt the kids'

'Bound, gagged, and beaten.' Chabad rabbi and his wife injured during violent home invasion. 'Tens of thousands of dollars in damages'.

'They stole everything they found - but didn't hurt the kids'

Kenya: Chabad emissaries assaulted in violent home invasion

Chabad rabbi and his wife assaulted in their Nairobi home during robbery.

Kenya: Chabad emissaries assaulted in violent home invasion

Al-Shabaab: Kenya attack because of Jerusalem recognition

Al-Shabaab terrorist group says it carried out attack in Nairobi in retaliation for Trump's declaration of Jerusalem as Israel's capital.

Al-Shabaab: Kenya attack because of Jerusalem recognition

American Jew who survived 9/11 attacks killed in Nairobi

Jewish businessman identified as one of the victims in terrorist shooting attack on hotel in Kenya.

American Jew who survived 9/11 attacks killed in Nairobi

15 dead in terrorist attack in Kenyan capital

Gunmen attack hotel and office complex in the Kenyan capital of Nairobi. Al-Shabaab claims responsibility.

15 dead in terrorist attack in Kenyan capital

Israeli team conducts CPR workshops in Kenya

Delegation from Israel's Rambam Hospital travels to Kenya to teach advanced resuscitation skills to local medical and nursing staff.

Israeli team conducts CPR workshops in Kenya

PM departs for Kenya

'Our intention is to deepen ties with Africa by forging links with countries with which we do not have diplomatic relations.'

PM departs for Kenya

Kenya deports two Iranian terror suspects

Kenyan court orders the deportation of two Iranian men accused of plotting an attack on the Israeli embassy.

Kenya deports two Iranian terror suspects

Iran demands Kenya release two suspected terrorists

Iran says two of its citizens who were arrested in Kenya for filming the Israeli embassy are lawyers.

Iran demands Kenya release two suspected terrorists

Iranians indicted over planned attack on Israeli embassy

Two Iranians and their Kenyan driver charged over planned terror attack on Israeli embassy in Nairobi.

Iranians indicted over planned attack on Israeli embassy

Kenyan MPs in Knesset: We must join hands to fight terrorism'

MPs from Kenya visited the Knesset and discussed the need for countries to cooperate to fight terrorism.

Kenyan MPs in Knesset: We must join hands to fight terrorism'

Chabad rabbis encounter crime and spirituality in Africa

Rabbi Shmuel Notik had an eye opening experience when he was intercepted by six men armed with knives in Nairobi.

Chabad rabbis encounter crime and spirituality in Africa

Chabad opening its first center in East Africa

The Chabad-Lubavitch of Kenya will open in Nairobi as of the High Holidays this year.

Chabad opening its first center in East Africa

Report: Assassination attempt on Netanyahu thwarted

Kuwaiti paper reports attack on Prime Minister's convoy in Kenya thwarted by local authorities. PM's office denies claim.

Report: Assassination attempt on Netanyahu thwarted

Netanyahu Meets with Kenyan Christian Supporters of Israel

PM takes time out of busy Africa schedule to meet with Christian supporters of Israel, touts new friendships forming between nations.

Netanyahu Meets with Kenyan Christian Supporters of Israel

Watch: PM Netanyahu speaks in Kenya

As part of Africa tour, Netanyahu meets with Kenya's leadership, emphasizes need to cooperate in fighting terrorism. Watch KTN Ne

Watch: PM Netanyahu speaks in Kenya

Netanyahu makes historic visit to Africa

Marking 40 years since the Entebbe raid in which his brother Yoni was killed, Netanyahu visits Africa.

Netanyahu makes historic visit to Africa

'ICC pursues partisan interests, not justice'

Senior Kenyan official says International Criminal Court has no legitimacy, protects terrorists 'in the name of civil liberties.'

'ICC pursues partisan interests, not justice'

Primate prankster: Monkey causes nationwide blackout in Kenya

An entire African nation loses all power for hours on end - culprit turns out to be a mischievous monkey, who appeared remorseless.

Primate prankster: Monkey causes nationwide blackout in Kenya

Outcry after Egyptian official calls Africans 'dogs and slaves'

Kenyan diplomat demands apology from Cairo after Arab diplomat's racist remarks at UN environment conference.

Outcry after Egyptian official calls Africans 'dogs and slaves'

PLO blasts Kenyan president's visit to 'occupied territory'

PLO condemns Kenyan President Uhuru Kenyatta for visiting eastern Jerusalem and the Jordan Valley, which it considers "illegal settlements".

PLO blasts Kenyan president's visit to 'occupied territory'

Watch: Netanyahu welcomes Israel's 'leading' African ally

Kenyan President makes state visit and signs cooperation treaties, as two countries vow to fight 'militant Islamic terror' together.

Watch: Netanyahu welcomes Israel's 'leading' African ally

Obama in Kenya: Praises Potential, Criticizes Gay Rights Record

US President Obama offers both praise and criticism to his Kenyan counterpart.

Obama in Kenya: Praises Potential, Criticizes Gay Rights Record

Obama to be Greeted by Nude Anti-Gay Protest in Kenya

Bizarre demo to 'educate' Obama on differences between men and women, claiming president trying to spread homosexuality.

Obama to be Greeted by Nude Anti-Gay Protest in Kenya

Obama Offered 50 Cows for His Daughter's Hand in Marriage

Will he accept? Kenyan lawyer offers Obama 50 cows, 70 sheep and 30 goats to marry his 16-year-old daughter Malia.

Obama Offered 50 Cows for His Daughter's Hand in Marriage

143 Killed in Kenya Terror Attack

More than 500 students reportedly rescued after Somali Islamist terror attack at university; Christians reportedly singled out for murder.

143 Killed in Kenya Terror Attack

Somali Terrorists Separate Muslims Before Slaughtering

Al-Shabaab terrorists murder 28 in attack on bus in Kenya, pick out victims based on ability to read from the Koran.

Somali Terrorists Separate Muslims Before Slaughtering

Two Iranians Sentenced For Using Fake Israeli Passports

Two Iranians sentenced with jail time or fine for traveling with fake Israeli passports, but mystery remains over their true plans.

Two Iranians Sentenced For Using Fake Israeli Passports

Iranians with Fake Israeli Passports Claim to be Seeking Asylum

Two Iranians arrested in Kenya say they will be killed if sent back to Iran - but why were they flying to Tel Aviv?

Iranians with Fake Israeli Passports Claim to be Seeking Asylum

Iranians Caught in Kenya with Fake Israeli Passports

Terror attack or just criminal? Mystery deepens after Iranians attempt to board flight to Tel Aviv with stolen passports.

Iranians Caught in Kenya with Fake Israeli Passports

Israel Condemns Kenya Terror Attack

Foreign Ministry statement denounces 'brutal and unwarranted violence' in which terrorists shout 'Allahu Akbar' and kill 58 Christians.

Israel Condemns Kenya Terror Attack

Kenyan Runner Wins Jerusalem Marathon

Roland Kimeli Kurgat beats previous record by 19 seconds. Mayor Nir Barkat praises large turnout.

Kenyan Runner Wins Jerusalem Marathon

African Leaders Try to Negotiate Peace in South Sudan

Flaring violence since December 15 in struggle between President Salva Kiir and former deputy Riek Machar. Over 1,000 thought to be dead.

African Leaders Try to Negotiate Peace in South Sudan

New Report Reveals Kenya Attackers Likely Escaped Westgate Mall

NYPD report reveals how poorly-coordinated response to attack on Nairobi mall in September probably allowed attackers to escape.

New Report Reveals Kenya Attackers Likely Escaped Westgate Mall

Kenya Charges 4 in Connection with Nairobi Attack

Four Somalis charged with "supporting a terrorist group" in connection with the Westgate mall massacre.

Kenya Charges 4 in Connection with Nairobi Attack

Kenya Bombs Somali Al-Qaeda Camp

Kenyan warplanes bomb al-Shabab terrorist training camp in Somalia; operation in retaliation to Nairobi Mall attack.

Kenya Bombs Somali Al-Qaeda Camp

Israel Warned Kenya Before Nairobi Attack

Kenya received information warning of an impending attack before terrorists stormed the Westgate mall, according to security sources.

Israel Warned Kenya Before Nairobi Attack

Interpol Issues Arrest Warrant for 'White Widow'

Samantha Lewthwaite, the British widow of London 7/7 bomber is suspected of involvement in Kenya terror.

Interpol Issues Arrest Warrant for 'White Widow'

U.S.: No Verification Americans Were Involved in Kenya Attack

The United States has not confirmed that any Americans were involved in the Kenyan mall attack, says Attorney General.

U.S.: No Verification Americans Were Involved in Kenya Attack

Foreigners Are 'Legitimate Target', Say Somali Terrorists

Members of Al-Shabaab confirm they separated Muslims from non-Muslims in Kenya mall terror attack.

Foreigners Are 'Legitimate Target', Say Somali Terrorists

Kenya: Israel Helping Investigate Mall Attack

Kenyan minister says that Israel is one of the countries assisting in a forensic investigation of the terror attack on the Westgate mall.

Kenya: Israel Helping Investigate Mall Attack

Kenyan President says Westgate Siege is Over

Following a final gun battle with terrorists, three days of mourning have been called to mark one of Kenya's darkest chapters.

Kenyan President says Westgate Siege is Over

Israeli Military Support in Nairobi Highlights Longstanding Ties

As reports emerge of Israeli security advisers aiding their Kenyan counterparts in bloody mall siege, why are Israeli-Kenyan ties so strong?

Israeli Military Support in Nairobi Highlights Longstanding Ties

Kenya: Mall Siege Continues as Fresh Gunfire Erupts

Over 60 people remain unaccounted for at the Westgate Mall in Nairobi.

Kenya: Mall Siege Continues as Fresh Gunfire Erupts

Kenya: Four Year Old Boy Confronts Terrorists, and Escapes Alive

"Islam is not a bad religion," gunmen tell wounded victim, before allowing children to escape with candy bars.

Kenya: Four Year Old Boy Confronts Terrorists, and Escapes Alive

India: Nairobi Attack Brings Back Bitter Memories

Survivors of 2008 Mumbai attacks say assault by Al Shabaab terrorists on Kenyan mall reminds them of their own experiences.

India: Nairobi Attack Brings Back Bitter Memories

Kenya's Foreign Minister Blames Al-Qaeda for Terror Attack

Al-Shabaab was not acting alone in the attack in Nairobi, Kenya's Foreign Minister says in an interview.

Kenya's Foreign Minister Blames Al-Qaeda for Terror Attack

Kenyan Troops Take Control of Attacked Mall

Kenyan troops are "in control" of the Nairobi mall that was attacked by Al-Shabaab, says interior ministry.

Kenyan Troops Take Control of Attacked Mall

Explosions in 'Final Assault' on Kenya Mall

Kenyan troops are carrying out a major assault against al Shabaab terrorists inside Westgate mall.

Explosions in 'Final Assault' on Kenya Mall

Al-Shabaab Claims Americans Are Among Kenya Terrorists

Somali-based terror group tweeted the names of Americans it claimed took part in the attack on a mall in Nairobi.

Al-Shabaab Claims Americans Are Among Kenya Terrorists