May 17
Ethiopia: PM Abiy Says Ethiopia's Achievement in Agricultural Sector Being Replicated in Industry
ENA
Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed said the gains Ethiopia has made in the agricultural sector are now being replicated in the industrial sector. Read more »
Uganda: High-Water Levels in Lake Victoria May Also Affect White Nile in Sudan
Dabanga
Uganda has warned of an alarming increase in the water level of Lake Victoria. Ugandan Minister of Water and Environment Sam Cheptoris told reporters earlier this week that the… Read more »
Sudan: Eastern Sudan - Beja Working On Tribal Reconciliation, Militarisation Continues
Dabanga
Beja leaders in eastern Sudan met with Lt Gen Abdelfattah El Burhan this week to discuss their initiative to reach peace between the various communities in the region. Battles… Read more »
Sudan: Extend the Fact-Finding Mission's Mandate
AI London
We, the undersigned non-governmental organisations, urge your delegation to support a Human Rights Council resolution that would: Read more »
Kenya: 6 Nyanza Governors Distance Themselves From Investment Conference
Capital FM
Six Governors in the Nyanza region have distanced themselves from a planned Nyanza International Investment Conference, scheduled to take place next month. Read more »
Kenya: 'Don't Believe Everything You See On the Internet' - Photo Shows Journalist Reporting On Nigerian Floods in 2022, Not in Kenya in 2024
Africa Check
'Don't believe everything you see on the internet' - photo shows journalist reporting on Nigerian floods in 2022, not in Kenya in 2024 Read more »
Uganda: Popular Club Guvnor Now Closed on Saturday Nights
Nile Post
Guvnor, a renowned club, will be discontinuing its Saturday night operations after nearly 24 years of nightlife, starting next month. Read more »
Kenya: Gor Mahia Head Coach Mckinstry to Leave After Muhoroni Match
Capital FM
Gor Mahia head coach Jonathan McKinstry will leave the country after Sunday's FKF Premier League match against Muhoroni Youth, where they will potentially clinch their record… Read more »
Rwanda: Rib Arrests Genocide Suspect Who Hid in House for 23 Years to Evade Justice
New Times
The Rwanda Investigation Bureau (RIB) announced on Thursday, May 16, the arrest of a suspected perpetrator of the 1994 Genocide against the Tutsi who, for the past 23 years, was… Read more »
Uganda: Ray G Shuts Up Naysayers With Sold-Out Lugogo Concert
Observer
Eleven years in the music industry and Ray G proved that he too deserves to be counted among top Ugandan players, despite the fact that he had to ferry many fans in buses all the… Read more »
Ethiopia: Ethiopia Protests 'Ill-Advised' Rights Assessment By U.S. Diplomat
Capital FM
Ethiopia has labeled a recent speech by resident United States Ambassador Ervin Massinga as "ill-advised" faulting "uninformed assertions" contained in the statement. Read more »
Kenya: MPs Urged to Relook Proposed 16% VAT On Financial Transactions
Capital FM
Kenyan bankers are against a proposal by the government to introduce a 16 percent VAT on financial transactions under the Finance Bill 2024. Read more »
Ethiopia: Ethiopia Slams U.S. Ambassador's Recent Remarks As 'Ill-Advised' and 'Uninformed'
Addis Standard
The Ethiopian Ministry of Foreign Affairs has criticized a recent policy speech delivered by U.S. Ambassador Ervin J. Massinga, deeming it "ill-advised" and containing "uninformed… Read more »
Tanzania: Zanzibar Records Admirable Improvement in Aviation - Mwinyi
Daily News
President Hussein Mwinyi has said Zanzibar through improved efficiency has recorded admirable achievements in meeting the growing demands in aviation sector, which in turn… Read more »
Rwanda: President Ruto in Kigali for 2024 Africa CEO Forum
Capital FM
President William Ruto has arrived in Rwanda's Capital Kigali for the 2024 Africa CEO Forum. Read more »
Kenya: Ruto's State Visit to the U.S. Affirms Shared Values - Sing'oei
Capital FM
Kenya's Foreign Office has described President William Ruto's impending State Visit to the United States as an affirmation of the solid ties between the two nations. Read more »
Kenya: 16% VAT Proposal On Bread Arrived On Diabetes Concerns
Capital FM
The Chairman of the National Assembly Finance Committee, Kuria Kimani, has said that the proposed 16 percent tax on bread was recommended by the National Treasury based on diabetes… Read more »
Ethiopia: Availing Climate Resilient Forage Weighs On Improving Livestock Productivity - Experts
Ethiopian Herald
The availability of improved forage is fundamental to increase Ethiopia's livestock productivity and meet the public meat and milk consumption, experts said. Read more »
Somalia: Somali President Urges Youth to Wield Social Media Responsibly
Radio Dalsan
Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud has appealed to the country's youth to use social media platforms wisely and refrain from spreading content that violates societal and… Read more »
Somalia: U.S. Donates Military Vehicles to Enhance Security Operations in Somalia
Radio Dalsan
The United States government has provided a fleet of military vehicles and ambulances to the Somali National Army, further strengthening its ongoing campaign against the Al-Shabaab… Read more »
Ethiopia: Somaliland Clings to Ethiopia for Recognition
DW
Somaliland is keen to conclude a controversial deal with Ethiopia that would see Addis Ababa recognize Somaliland as an independent state, despite strong opposition from Somalia. Read more »
Ethiopia: Ethiopia Embraces Wide Tourism Investment Potentials
Ethiopian Herald
Ethiopia's rich cultural heritage, vibrant traditions, diverse landscapes, and historical significance have positioned the country as a burgeoning destination for tourism… Read more »
Kenya: Kenya's Coastal Beach Properties Rise 400%, Knight Frank
Capital FM
The price of beachside properties along the Kenyan coast continues to grow, with some locations recording more than 400 percent, a new report by Knight Frank has revealed. Read more »
Kenya: Germany, Sweden Express Caution On Tariffs On Chinese EVs
Capital FM
German Chancellor Olaf Scholz and Swedish Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson have cautioned against tariffs on Chinese electric vehicles (EVs) following Washington's announcement of… Read more »
Kenya: Maraga Taskforce Reforms Hit Snag Over Budgetary Cuts
Capital FM
The implementation of recommendations of the taskforce on reforms chaired by former Chief Justice David Maraga are now in limbo after the National Treasury failed to allocate… Read more »