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Author: Amina Wako

Several feared trapped after landslide in Kiambu May 14, 2024

The Red Cross said the area had been cordoned off and declared a danger zone.

Ethiopia: Somali Regional President Mustafe Omer opens first car assembly plant in Jigjiga City May 14, 2024

The plant, which cost 250 million Birr (Sh568.1 million), is the first of its kind in the region and can assemble 10 cars per day.

Fuel prices decrease by Sh1 in latest EPRA review May 14, 2024

The costs of a litre of the three products decreased by Sh1, Sh1.20, and Sh1.30, respectively, retailing at Sh192.84, Sh179.18, and Sh168.76 in Nairob...

Kylian Mbappé announces departure from PSG May 10, 2024

Mbappé's decision comes as no surprise, as rumours of his departure have been circulating since last summer.

State seeks Sh720b from private sector to connect SGR from Naivasha to Malaba May 04, 2024

The extension of SGR is expected to boost economic growth and facilitate trade across the East African Community.

Elderly man fights for life after hyena attack in Isiolo County May 04, 2024

Incidents of wild animal attacks have been rampant in the area since the onset of the rains, with periodic attacks on homes around Oldonyiro as the an...

Gaza war erases 2 decades of progress with economy on verge of collapse - study May 03, 2024

"The conflict has already pushed an additional 1.74 million people into poverty."

Explainer: The significance of Labour day celebrations May 01, 2024

In Kenya, the labour force has also seen significant growth, with a total of 19.1 million people employed in 2022, mostly in the informal sector.

£5.1 billion, 17-mile underwater tunnel to connect Spain to Morocco Apr 30, 2024

While the official costs have not been disclosed, it is believed that the project will cost approximately €6 billion (£5.1 billion). 

Canadian-Ethiopian musician The Weeknd gives WFP $2m for Gaza Apr 30, 2024

The donation will provide vital relief to thousands of Palestinian families struggling with hunger amid the conflict with Israel.

Kenyan woman Lilian Seenoi-Barr becomes Northern Ireland’s first black mayor Apr 29, 2024

"She has become an important community activist, speaking out on behalf of those who are marginalised and, at times, struggle to have their voices hea...

Kenya among 7 countries to contribute mission agents to Haiti Apr 29, 2024

A new Cabinet will form a national security council and appoint an electoral commission to pave the way for elections. 

Govt to charge Kenyans crossing floodwaters with attempted murder Apr 29, 2024

Kindiki cited tragedies that have occurred in different parts of the country during the last 24 hours, among them the Madogo tragedy.

Three West African countries roll out vaccines to prevent malaria Apr 26, 2024

“We have a powerful tool that will protect children from this devastating illness and related deaths."

WHO approves new oral cholera vaccine amid global shortages Apr 20, 2024

This is crucial in preventing, limiting, and controlling cholera outbreaks, particularly in countries facing dire shortcomings in disease prevention a...

Ruto named among Time Magazine's 100 most influential people of 2024 Apr 17, 2024

President Ruto has already received recognition for his climate change efforts from Time Magazine last year, and the New African magazine named him on...

Nestlé under fire for adding sugar to baby food sold in poor nations Apr 17, 2024

This is in contrast to Nestlé's products sold in Europe, where no added sugar is included in formulas for young children.

Boost for traders as UK suspends 8 per cent duty on Kenyan flowers Apr 11, 2024

The move comes barely three months after Kenya secured a major deal with the European Union, allowing for duty-free and quota-free access to the EU ma...

Ethiopia's Oromia condemns killing of Bate Urgessa, accuses Opposition of fanning flames Apr 10, 2024

Bate was a political officer with the OLF, a legally registered opposition group that boycotted elections in 2021.

UNCTAD rebrands as 'UN Trade and Development' on 60th anniversary Apr 10, 2024

The rebranding includes a new logo and visual identity, which will be rolled out across all official channels in the six UN languages.

Somalia Eid: President Hassan says no backing down in dispute with Ethiopia Apr 10, 2024

In Eid message, President Hassan says he is not seeking conflict with Ethiopia over its Red Sea access deal with Somaliand, but will not tolerate any...

President Hassan affirms commitment to democracy, ready to accept defeat in polls Apr 10, 2024

He reaffirmed his commitment to federalism, stating that he has been a strong supporter of the system and has made significant contributions to its de...

Ethiopia rights body demands probe into opposition figure's killing Apr 10, 2024

Bate Urgessa, a member of the Oromo Liberation Front (OLF), was reportedly killed while visiting his hometown of Meki in Oromia.

UK cancels 100 per cent of Somalia's debt, boosting economic recovery Apr 09, 2024

The Paris Club expressed its satisfaction with Somalia's determination to implement a comprehensive poverty reduction strategy and an ambitious econom...

Zimbabwe new ZiG currency starts trading in attempt to tackle inflation Apr 09, 2024

The RTGS, introduced in 2019, struggled to gain trust and lost about 80 per cent of its value this year.

State's silence on toxic waste dumping sparks outrage, leaders demand action Apr 09, 2024

There are calls for a thorough investigation into the matter and for the government to take action to address the devastating consequences following a...

Saudi Arabia prepares to repatriate 70,000 Ethiopians Apr 09, 2024

The repatriation, the third such programme since 2018, will target "Ethiopians who are in a difficult situation", State Minister for Foreign Affairs B...

French media giant Canal+ makes $2.9 billion offer for MultiChoice Apr 08, 2024

The deal would create a pan-African broadcasting powerhouse capable of bringing African content to global audiences and competing on an international...

AU pledges to protect youth from hate speech, genocide ideology Apr 07, 2024

The AU Commission reiterated its commitment to preventing genocide and hate speech and ensuring that the lessons learned from the Rwanda genocide are...