March 19
Kenya: Kenya Set to Host Fourth Edition of Amcham Business Summit
Business Day Africa
Kenya's capital, Nairobi, will host the fourth edition of the regional American Chamber of Commerce Kenya (AmCham) Business Summit on April 24-25, 2024. Read more »
Kenya: Kenya's Cost of Living to Fall Further On Lower Fuel, Food Prices, Strong Shilling
Business Day Africa
Kenya is poised for a sustained decline in inflation, propelled by a consecutive three-month downturn in fuel and food prices alongside a robust shilling, offering respite to… Read more »
March 18
South Africa: Congolese March to Parliament to Draw Attention to War At Home
GroundUp
About 150 Congolese nationals marched to Parliament on Saturday to draw attention to war in their country. They sang and carried placards that read: "Justice for Congo", "Rwanda is… Read more »
Uganda: Why Refugee Ration Cuts in Uganda Risk Long-Term Social Damage
The New Humanitarian
'The worst effects of these ration cuts are yet to be seen.' Read more »
Kenya: Ruto Ready to Sign Affordable Housing Bill Into Law
Capital FM
President William Ruto is expected to sign the Affordable Housing Bill into law this morning, marking a significant step towards the implementation of the housing project and the… Read more »
Rwanda: Press Freedom in Kenya, Uganda and Rwanda - What Journalists Have to Say About Doing Their Jobs [analysis]
The Conversation Africa
A majority of the world's population has experienced a decline in press freedom in recent years, according to a UN report. In east Africa, the results are mixed and debatable. Read more »
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East Africa: Burundi - Official Visit By AfDB Director General for East Africa
African Development Bank (AfDB)
What? Visit by Ms Nnenna Nwabufo, Director General of the African Development Bank for East Africa Read more »
Rwanda: You Could Legally Marry At 18 in Rwanda, New Bill Proposes
New Times
A Rwandan who attains the age of 18 years might be allowed to marry legally, in case they apply for it from a competent authority and provide valid reasons, according to a draft… Read more »
Kenya: Rights Group Condemns Mandatory HIV Testing
Capital FM
The Kenya National Commission of Human Rights (KNCHR) has condemned the discrimatory action by the Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) of dismissing 133 candidates after being subjected… Read more »
Kenya: Kindiki Vows to Arrest Hecklers in Presidential Events As Factional Conflicts Rise
Capital FM
Interior Cabinet Secretary Kithure Kindiki has ordered the arrest of hecklers in presidential functions amid factional conflicts in the ruling United Democratic Alliance (UDA). Read more »
Rwanda: KKOG Becomes First Company to Secure Cannabis Export License
New Times
King Kong Organics (KKOG Rwanda) has become the first local company to secure a 5-year license to cultivate cannabis for medicinal purposes, extraction, and export various… Read more »
Kenya: 4 of the Best Bakers in Nairobi
Capital FM
From flaky croissants to decadent cakes, pastries seem to be on every corner in Nairobi. But with so many bakeries to choose from, where do you go for the truly exceptional bakes?… Read more »
Rwanda: Rwanda-Zimbabwe Ties Show the Potential of Intra-Africa Trade
New Times
The Rwanda-Zimbabwe Business Forum which went underway on Monday serves as a powerful testament to the transformative potential of South-South cooperation. The 50% surge in trade… Read more »
Rwanda: Four Key Proposed Changes in Electoral Commission Bill
New Times
A new draft law governing the National Electoral Commission (NEC) that provides its commissioners shall work on a permanent basis for better results, is awaiting parliamentary… Read more »
Rwanda: Can Rwanda-Zimbabwe Business Community Drive AfCFTA Realization?
New Times
Trade between Rwanda and Zimbabwe increased by 50 per cent in three years, owing to business engagement efforts, representing potential to boost the implementation of the African… Read more »
Rwanda: House of Commons Rwanda Vote Is a 'Shocking Spectacle' - UK [press release]
AI London
Commons overturns all of Lords' amendments to controversial Safety of Rwanda bill Read more »
Sudan: SPLM-N Condemns Sudanese Air Force Bombing of Nuba Village School
Dabanga
At least 14 people, most of them children, were killed in an airstrike launched by an Antonov of the Sudanese Air Force on El Hadra village in the Nuba Mountains, South Kordofan,… Read more »
Kenya: Govt Faces Hurdle Financing Free Education Over Increased Student Population
Capital FM
The Ministry of Education has decried resource constraints triggered by the increasing student population. Read more »
East Africa: Ethiopia, Switzerland Vow to Strengthen Bilateral Cooperation
ENA
Ethiopia and Switzerland have agreed to build upon consultation to further develop their bilateral cooperation between the two countries. Read more »
Rwanda: Divorce - New Draft Law Proposes Unequal Property Division
New Times
In a new draft law concerning family matters, the government is suggesting that courts may order spouses to receive unequal shares of assets and liabilities during divorce… Read more »
Kenya: Detectives Seize 300 KG Consignment of Cannabis in Migori
Capital FM
The Directorate of Criminal Investigation (DCI) on Monday confiscated a 300kg consignment of bhang with an estimated street value of Sh9 million. Read more »
Kenya: JSC Begins Interviews to Hire Amadi's Successor
Capital FM
The Judicial Service Commission (JSC) has kicked off interviews for seven candidates shortlisted for the position of Chief Registrar of the Judiciary following the retirement of… Read more »
Ethiopia: Indian Companies Invited to Seize Investment Opportunities in Ethiopia
ENA
Ethiopian Ambassador to India, Demeke Atnafu called on Indian companies to further invest in Ethiopia and seize the untapped business opportunities in the east African nation. Read more »
Uganda: MPs Question Unra Over Delayed Land Titles for Project-Affected Persons
Independent (Kampala)
Members of the Committee for Commissions, Statutory Authorities, and State Enterprises (COSASE) urged the Uganda National Roads Authority (UNRA) to expedite the processing of land… Read more »
Rwanda: Women's Impact On Rwanda's Healthcare - Closing Gender Gap
New Times
Chances today are that if you walk into a health facility, you will be received by a female receptionist who will take your details, a female nurse at triage to do preliminary… Read more »
Kenya: Kenya Secures Ksh100m to Boost Indigenous Vegetable Production
Business Day Africa
Kenya has secured Ksh100 million from the USAID Feed the Future Programme intended to bolster the production of indigenous vegetables, responding to the increasing demand spurred… Read more »