Former Interior Cabinet Secretary Fred Matiang’i has responded to online claims regarding a secret political meeting with Junet Mohamed and Simba Arati, stating that their encounter at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport was coincidental. Matiang’i clarified that they did not meet for any political discussions, as suggested by the viral photo circulating online.

Nigerian actress Ruth Kadiri Ezerika has released a video to debunk rumours circulating online that she had died in an accident. In the video, she assured fans that she is alive and well, urging the public to stop spreading false information about her death. According to Information Nigeria, the actress directly addressed the claims, asking people to disregard the fabricated reports. The false death rumours had gained traction before her public clarification, which aimed to put an end to the misinformation circulating on social media.

Kyambogo University has refuted claims circulating on social media that it will be closed by Chief of Defence Forces Gen Muhoozi Kainerugaba and converted into a military facility. These claims originated from a post on X attributed to Muhoozi, causing concern among students, parents, and other stakeholders, according to The Observer.

Dr Ntuthuko Mahlaba's untimely death has prompted mourning across KwaZulu-Natal, with tributes from colleagues and political leaders emphasizing his dedication to public service and efforts in community upliftment.

The Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) has demanded that ANC secretary-general Fikile Mbalula apologize within 48 hours for remarks they claim are defamatory. The EFF is requesting a public video apology and a retraction of the statements from all of Mbalula's social media platforms, warning that failure to comply will result in legal action.

A Kenyan journalist says he received disturbing messages linked to businessman Joseph Lendrix Waswa after refusing to pressure a blogger to delete an online article, according to Kenya Insights. The outlet reports that screenshots it reviewed contain language the journalist interpreted as threats, amid an escalating dispute over the story’s removal. The claims remain allegations tied to the messages and the journalist’s account, with no independently confirmed culpability stated in the blurb.