April 19
Uganda: Court Acquits Group Accused of Forging Titles On NSSF Land in Lubowa
Nile Post
A group of five people who were being accused of forging a land title to steal National Social Security Fund(NSSF) land in Lubowa have been acquitted of the charges. Read more »
Uganda: Uganda-Tanzania Oil Symposium Focuses On Sustainable Partnerships for Regional Integration
Nile Post
In a dynamic display of diplomatic camaraderie and strategic foresight, the 2nd Uganda-Tanzania Oil and Gas Symposium unfolded on April 18, 2024, focusing on resonant calls for… Read more »
Kenya: Portable Ginnery Could Revive Kenya's Ailing Cotton Industry
IPS
Kirinyaga University may have just breathed new life into Kenya's ailing cotton industry as varsity dons develop a portable cotton ginnery. Read more »
Eritrea: Congress of National Organizations in the Western U.S.
Shabait
Nationals residing in the Western United States held a congress of national organizations on 13 April in Oakland, California. Read more »
Uganda: Two Killed in Nansana
Nile Post
Police in Kampala have started investigations into circumstances under which two people were killed in Kawuuwa and Gganda Central in Gganda village Nansana municipality, Wakiso… Read more »
Kenya: AU Commission Chairperson Faki Lead Regional Leaders in Mourning CDF Ogolla
Capital FM
The Chairperson of the African Union Commission Moussa Faki Mahamat has joined a list of leaders who have sent messages of condolences as Kenyans mourn the Chief of Kenyan Defence… Read more »
Rwanda: 30 Years Later - What Kwibuka Teaches Us [opinion]
New Times
On April 7, I traveled from Hong Kong to Kigali, to represent the China-United States Exchange Foundation at Kwibuka, the annual commemoration of the 1994 genocide against the… Read more »
Kenya: Captain Hillary Litali, KDF Soldier in Elgeyo Marakwet Chopper Crash Mourned By Family
Capital FM
Captain Hillary Litali, the Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) Officer who died among nine others in a chopper crash in Elgeyo Marakwet has left a gaping gap in his his family as he was… Read more »
Kenya: Olympics Champion Nowicki Elated to Return to 'Second Home' in Nairobi
Capital FM
Olympics hammer throw champion Wojciech Nowicki says he has enjoyed competing in Kenya in the past three years and that is why he keeps coming back. Read more »
Uganda: Java House Celebrates 10 Years in Uganda
Nile Post
Java House, a leading casual dining brand in Uganda has commemorated its 10th anniversary, marking a decade of cherished memories, shared experiences, and unwavering commitment to… Read more »
Uganda: Inside Uganda's Evolving Music Industry
Nile Post
In the heart of East Africa, Uganda's music industry resonates as a vibrant and dynamic force, weaving together diverse genres, cultural influences, and stories of resilience. Read more »
Uganda: All Set As Vumbula Uganda Festival Returns to Jinja
Nile Post
Following a successful event last year that attracted thousands, Vumbula Uganda Festival is returning to Jinja from May 31 until June 3, 2024 at Nile Nest Resort. Read more »
Kenya: Kenya Starts Three Days of Mourning Military Chief Killed in Helicopter Crash
Capital FM
Kenya has started three days of mourning the death of its military chief General Francis Ogolla following a helicopter crash Thursday. Read more »
Rwanda: What Does Mahatlane Appointment Mean for Rwanda Men's Cricket Team?
New Times
South African Laurence Mahatlane was Wednesday, April 17, appointed new head coach of Rwanda's men's senior team after penning a three-year contract, renewable. Read more »
April 18
Sudan: Cameron Hudson On Sudan War - 'I Do Not Expect Anything From the Jeddah Negotiations'
Dabanga
After the US special envoy to Sudan, Tom Periello, told Radio Dabanga that the Jedda negotiations will resume in May, Cameron Hudson, a senior fellow in the Africa Program at the… Read more »
Kenya: Kenyan Military Chief Killed in Helicopter Crash, President Says
VOA
Kenya's military chief was among nine people killed in a helicopter crash Thursday, according to Kenyan President William Ruto. Read more »
Kenya: Kenya's Doctors' Strike - Is There an End in Sight?
DW
Doctors in Kenya have been on strike for five weeks, demanding better wages and working conditions. President William Ruto says his government is out of money to pay the medics.… Read more »
Sudan: Four Priorities for Sudan a Year Into the Civil War
USIP
A devastating humanitarian crisis and the risk of regional war demand a new approach from the international community. Read more »
Rwanda: Govt Mulls Legal Provisions to Implement Rwanda-UK Migration Treaty
New Times
The government has proposed changes to the 2014 law on refugees and migrants, including legal provisions that will enable the implementation of a migration treaty signed between… Read more »
Kenya: Uhuru Mourns Gen Ogolla As a Devoted Patriot
Capital FM
Former President Uhuru Kenyatta has mourned Chief of Defence Forces Gen Francis Ogolla as a devoted patriot who dedicated his life to serving and protecting his beloved country. Read more »
Kenya: General Francis Ogolla, Kenya's Military Chief Who Died in a Chopper Crash
Capital FM
General Francis Omondi Ogolla, who died in a helicpter crash on Thursday, was named Kenya's military chief in April 2023. Read more »
Kenya: President Ruto Declares 3 Days of Mourning Following Gen Ogolla's Death
Capital FM
President William Ruto has declared three days of national mourning following the death of Chief of Defence Forces (CDF) Gen Francis Ogolla and nine other Kenya Defence Forces… Read more »
Kenya: KDF Dispatches Air Crash Investigation Unit to Ogolla Chopper Crash Site
Capital FM
The Kenya Defence Forces has dispatched a team of air crash Investigators to probe the cause of the tragic air crash that led to the death of the Chief of Defence Forces (CDF)… Read more »
Kenya: Kenya's Military Chief General Francis Ogolla Dead in Plane Crash
Capital FM
Kenya is in mourning following the death of its military chief, General Francis Omondi Ogolla in a plane crash. Read more »
Kenya: Ruto Convenes Urgent Security Council Meeting After Military Plane Crash
Capital FM
President William Ruto convened a National Security Council meeting at State House Nairobi on Thursday evening following a helicopter crash that killed top military commanders in… Read more »