May 15
South Sudan: South Sudan On Edge As Its Neighbour's War Disrupts Oil Exports
Crisis Group
Income from oil exports is critical to keeping South Sudan's factious elites together. The war in neighbouring Sudan has led earnings to fall precipitously, threatening instability… Read more »
Sudan: NGOs Call For End To Telecom Blackout Threatening Lives
Islamic Relief Worldwide
In the midst of the devastating humanitarian crisis that is fast deteriorating in Sudan, we, representing 94 humanitarian, civil society, human rights organizations and members of… Read more »
Uganda: Census - Enumerators Urged to Avoid 'Irrelevant' Questions
Nile Post
Ambassador Milton Kambula has advised the Uganda Bureau of Statistics (UBOS) to revise the census questions and stick to the most relevant as well as popularizing the questions to… Read more »
East Africa: Warning Sounds About Fake Breast Cancer Drug Reported in Kenya
Capital FM
The COMESA Competition Commission has warned its member states against the sale of a false batch of cancer medicine identified as Herceptin 440 mg (Trastuzumab 440mg) reported to… Read more »
Uganda: DP Urges Government to Address UK Sanctions Seriously
Nile Post
The Democratic Party (DP) has urged the government to conduct a comprehensive investigation into the iron sheet controversy, which has resulted in the imposition of UK sanctions… Read more »
Rwanda: HIV/Aids - RBC Calls for Testing, Safety Practices in Nationwide Prevention Campaign
New Times
The Rwanda Biomedical Center (RBC) has issued a call to action for all Rwandans, urging them to prioritise HIV/AIDS prevention through testing and safety measures. The appeal was… Read more »
Ethiopia: Ethiopia, Qatar Senior Commanders Discuss Cooperation in Military Technology
Addis Standard
A delegation led by Qatar's Military Attaché to Ethiopia, Brigadier General Mohammed Ali Al Hajri met on Tuesday and discussed with Brigadier General Kebede Regasa,… Read more »
Kenya: Kimende Escarpment Declared Danger Zone Following Landslide
Capital FM
The Kenya Red Cross has declared the Kimende escarpment a danger zone following a landslide that struck the area on Tuesday night. Read more »
Uganda: Land Ownership Challenges Grip Northern Uganda
Nile Post
In the verdant landscapes of Northern Uganda, land ownership has emerged as a contentious issue, reflecting a complex interplay of historical legacies, post-conflict dynamics, and… Read more »
Sudan: Sanctioning Sudanese Rapid Support Forces Commanders [document]
State Department
The United States is today imposing sanctions on two Rapid Support Forces (RSF) commanders, Ali Yagoub Gibril and Osman Mohamed Hamid Mohamed for their role leading RSF operations… Read more »
Kenya: Mediation Talks in Kenya Set to Boost Electoral Process in South Sudan, Says Expert
New Times
A South Sudanese expert said on Tuesday that the ongoing high-level mediation talks for South Sudan, taking place in Nairobi, the capital of Kenya, will add impetus to the upcoming… Read more »
Rwanda: Completion of Rwanda's New Airport Extended to 2028
New Times
Rwanda's new airport in Bugesera District is expected to start operating in 2028, RwandAir CEO Yvonne Manzi Makolo announced during the Qatar Economic Forum in Doha, on May 15. Read more »
Sudan: Nowhere Is Safe As Deadly Fighting Escalates in El Fasher [press release]
MSF
The Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) supported South Hospital in El Fasher, Sudan, has received hundreds of casualties since an escalation of fighting on 10 May. Dr… Read more »
Kenya: Debt Shaming Among Digital Lenders Down 75% On New Law
Capital FM
Cases of harassment and debt shaming by digital lenders have declined by 75 percent, coming on the back of the enactment of the Central Bank Amendment 2021 into law. Read more »
Uganda: Govt Gives 14 New Districts Road Units Worth Shs59bn
Nile Post
A total of 14 new districts have each received a road unit comprising a motor grader and wheel loader. Read more »
Kenya: Harare Hails Kenya's Move to Exempt Zimbabweans From eTA Fee
Capital FM
Kenya has exempted Zimbabweans from the USD30 fee paid by foreigners seeking Electronic Travel Authorization (eTA) to enter the country. Read more »
Kenya: We Are Disappointed With You! Gachagua Criticised Over 'One-Man-One-Shilling' Proposal
Capital FM
Tana River Senator Danson Mungatana has scoffed at Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua following his assertions to support the one vote, on one man one-shilling revenue sharing… Read more »
Uganda: Kenyan First Lady Rachel Ruto Was Misled - Fertiliser Is Used in Uganda, Ignore Myth of 'Fertile Soils'
Africa Check
Kenyan first lady Rachel Ruto was misled - fertiliser is used in Uganda, ignore myth of 'fertile soils' Read more »
Sudan: Small Window Remains to Avert Disaster in Sudan's War-Torn Regions, Warns WFP Deputy Executive Director
WFP
The UN World Food Programme warns that the window to save lives is closing as famine looms in Sudan's war-torn regions with civilians trapped by intensified fighting in northern… Read more »
Kenya: Crafting Success and Community Empowerment - John Mwangi's Journey With African Originals
Capital FM
In the bustling landscape of distilled beverages, African Originals stands out as a beacon of innovation and cultural celebration. At its helm is John Mwangi, a visionary leader… Read more »
Rwanda: Why Rwanda Plans to Set Up Tech to Monitor Land Use
New Times
Rwanda plans to use technology that can help to detect changes in land use, a move that is intended to help tackle deviation including encroachment on agriculture land, and ensure… Read more »
Rwanda: Govt Mulls Punishment for Landowners Who Permit Illegal Mining Activities
New Times
Landowners who allow persons without licenses to carry out mining activities on their land risk being punished if a related provision in a new draft law on mining and quarry… Read more »
Uganda: Angry Woman Confiscates Census Tablet Over Enumerator's Debt
Nile Post
Ms Jennifer Awori, a fish dealer based at Kisima II Island on Lake Victoria in Jinja City East, pounced on 34-year-old Annette Kibekityo, who owed her money. Read more »
Sudan: Severe Water Shortages Plague the Capital Area
Ayin English
"Those who survive gunfire and shelling will die of contaminated water" Read more »
Tanzania: Afrika Muye Muye! Tanzanian Rumba & Muziki Wa Dansi 1968-70
Afropop
Note: If you yearn to experience classic and modern African music in person on the continent, consider joining Afropop Worldwide's, February 2025 Music and Culture Tour of Tanzania… Read more »