March 26
Kenya: President Ruto Says Govt Strengthening TVET Institutions to Offer Practical Training
Capital FM
The government is strengthening technical and vocational education to enhance the country's capacity to offer practical training, President William Ruto has said. Read more »
Ethiopia: Commercial Bank of Ethiopia Recovers 78 Percent of 801.4 Million Birr Lost in System Glitch: President Abe Sano
Addis Standard
Abe Sano, President of the state-owned Commercial Bank of Ethiopia (CBE), announced this morning that the maximum amount of money vulnerable to theft during the recent "system… Read more »
Ethiopia: Chinese Company Keen to Invest in Ethiopia's Industrial Parks With Capital of 300 Million USD
ENA
Chinese Wenzhou Nixin Trading, a company with an investment capital of 300 million US dollars has expressed its interest to engage in Ethiopia's manufacturing industrial parks. Read more »
Uganda: NCBA Bank Joins Indian Community in Holi Festival Celebrations
Independent (Kampala)
Ugandan Indians, alongside members of the wider community, converged over the weekend for an evening of jubilant festivities, commemorating the onset of spring and the symbolic… Read more »
Kenya: Kenyan Fintechs Head to Ghana to Lure Investors
Capital FM
Kenyan financial technology (fintech) companies will be heading to Accra, Ghana, to pitch investment ideas. Read more »
Kenya: Gachagua Praises President Ruto for Efforts in Building the Economy
Capital FM
Deputy president Rigathi Gachagua has praised president William Ruto for his efforts in rebuilding the economy since he took over the reigns of leadership. Read more »
Kenya: Kenya's Kwanza Aims to Slash Cooking Oil Imports By Half Next Year
Business Day Africa
Kenya Kwanza government has initiated an initiative to boost local production of cooking oil by designating 200,000 acres for sunflower cultivation this season, to reduce imports… Read more »
Kenya: Lato Milk Maker to Establish Permanent Presence in Kenya
Business Day Africa
Pearl Dairy, the Ugandan-based manufacturer renowned for its Lato milk brand, is poised to establish a permanent presence in Kenya with the recent approval of its expansion plan,… Read more »
Kenya: Kenya's Mitumba Dealers Face Threat As EU Proposes Export Ban
Business Day Africa
France, Denmark, and Finland have jointly proposed stringent limitations on the export of second-hand garments (mitumba) to Kenya, a move poised to significantly impact the East… Read more »
Kenya: Cargo Handled At Mombasa Port Grows 6.2 Percent in 2023
Capital FM
The Port of Mombasa registered an annual growth of 6.2 percent of total cargo throughput, from 33.88 million tons handled in 2022 to 35.98 million tons in 2023. Read more »
Kenya: Several Pedestrians Detained By NTSA for Not Using Footbridges
Capital FM
the National Transport and Safety Authority (NTSA) has detained several pedestrians for failing to use the available footbridges. Read more »
Uganda: Youth Empowerment - Why Many Govt Programmes May Not Be As Effective
Nile Post
Youth empowerment programs play a crucial role in shaping the future of nations by harnessing the potential of young people and equipping them with the skills and opportunities… Read more »
Kenya: Ugandan Milk Processor Lato Acquires 100pc Stake in Kenya's Highland Creamers
Capital FM
Uganda-based milk processor Lato has acquired Kenyan dairy firm Highland Creamers. Read more »
Uganda: Self-Care Tips for Busy Modern Career Women
Nile Post
In today's fast-paced world, modern career women often find themselves juggling multiple roles and responsibilities. Read more »
Uganda: Uganda Govt Spokespersons Tipped On Strategic Communication
Nile Post
The Ministry of ICT and National Guidance, in collaboration with the Internal Security Organization (ISO) has pioneered initiatives to refine the approach to government… Read more »
Uganda: Shs15.5bn Modern Meat Processing Facility in Kampala to Create 3000 Jobs
Nile Post
The proprietors of Ranchers Finest Limited, have touted the shs15.5 billion modern meat processing facility in Bwaise, a Kampala suburb to create at least 3000 jobs directly and… Read more »
Uganda: Amb.Walusimbi, Shellmark Lifecare Boss Discuss Boosting Investment in Uganda's Pharmaceuticals
Nile Post
The Senior Presidential Advisor on Diaspora Affairs, Amb. Abbey Walusimbi has assured investors of the government support and commitment towards creating an enabling environment… Read more »
East Africa: Kuramo's 74pc Buyout of Trans-Century Approved By Comesa Commission
Capital FM
The proposed merger between Kuramo Africa Opportunity Kenyan Vehicle Ltd (KAOKV) and Trans-Century PLC has been approved by the COMESA Commission. Read more »
Rwanda: Continuing the Conversation - Empowering Women Leaders for Ongoing Change
New Times
In the wake of a recent successful dinner gathering of influential women leaders and allies, it is imperative to keep the momentum going and the conversation alive. Read more »
Rwanda: EIB Targets to Increase Financing in Rwanda
New Times
The Vice President of the European Investment Bank (EIB), Thomas Ostros, was recently in Rwanda during which he met several government officials and CEOs of Rwanda's leading… Read more »
March 25
East Africa: Uganda Oil Firm Begins Fuel Sales After Kenya Fallout
The Herald
Uganda National Oil Company (Unoc) has started selling petroleum products to oil marketing firms in Tanzania and Uganda as it tests the market ahead of rolling out a direct import… Read more »
Kenya: Ketraco Powers Kimuka Transmission Line, Locals to Enjoy Reliable Electricity
Capital FM
The Kenya Electricity Transmission Company (KETRACO) has successfully energized the 220/66 kilovolt (kV) Kimuka Substation transmission line, providing stable and reliable… Read more »
Kenya: Kenya's Cooperatives See Growth With KRTCDP Digital Platform
Business Day Africa
Deputy Commissioner for Cooperative Development Simon Mburia has highlighted the significant impact anticipated from the Kenya Rural Transformation Centers Digital Platform… Read more »
Kenya: Artisanal Mining Sites in Migori Ordered to Close
Capital FM
NAIROBI, Kenya, Mar 25 - Interior Cabinet Secretary Kithure Kindiki has ordered the closure of all artisanal mining sites in Migori following the death of four people in the last… Read more »
Kenya: CJ Urges Judges to Champion Multi-Door Approach to Justice Delivery, Embrace Technology
Capital FM
Chief Justice Martha Koome has urged judges to champion the multi-door approach to the delivery of justice and embrace the technological advancements intended to support the… Read more »