May 20
Somalia: Puntland Puts Alleged Al-Shabaab Operatives On Trial
Radio Dalsan
A military court in Puntland state has kicked off the trial of five men linked to the Al-Shabaab militant group, with four of the accused being convicted and sentenced by the… Read more »
Sudan: RSF Seizes Key Town Amid Deadly Violence In North Kordofan
Dabanga
The Rapid Support Forces (RSF) said it seized control of Um Rawaba, North Kordofan, yesterday. Residents report multiple attacks by the RSF and allied armed groups on surrounding… Read more »
Kenya: Ruto Makes Crucial State Visit To U.S.
Capital FM
President William Ruto is set to arrive in the USA later today to begin a three-day state visit at the invitation of President Joe Biden. Read more »
Somalia: Somalia Extends Condolences to Iran Following Tragic Helicopter Crash
Shabelle
In the wake of a devastating helicopter crash that claimed the lives of Iranian President Ibrahim Raisi, Foreign Minister Hossein Amir-Abdollahian, and other senior officials, the… Read more »
Kenya: Bill to Introduce Mandatory Registration for All ICT Service Providers
Capital FM
Those working as information, communication, and technology (ICT) professionals will now be required to get a license to operate if the proposed ICT Authority Bill 2024 is enacted… Read more »
Kenya: Grounding of 787 Dreamliners Caused Flight Scheduling Disruptions - Kenya Airways
Capital FM
The national carrier, Kenya Airways says the main cause of disruptions in its flight scheduling is due to the unscheduled and extended grounding of two 787 Dreamliners. Read more »
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Kenya: Susan Gichobi's Triumph Through Adversity with Ajira Digital
Mastercard Foundation
Program: Ajira Digital Program Location: Kirinyaga, Kenya Read more »
Uganda: MultiChoice Signs MOU With Govt to Digitalise, Enhance Local Content
Observer
The government through the ministry of ICT and National Guidance have signed a new cooperation agreement with MultiChoice Africa Holdings B.V (MAH) geared towards establishing… Read more »
Africa: Unnecessary Bottlenecks Are Hurting Africa's Trade - Act Now
New Times
At the just concluded Africa CEO Forum, renowned Nigerian businessman Aliko Dangote complained about bottlenecks to intra-Africa trade, giving an example that he requires a visa to… Read more »
Rwanda: Mashariki Synergy - How a Partnership Between a Rwandan and Kenyan Doctor Birthed an Eye Hospital
New Times
Over the years, the Government of Rwanda has been promoting a public-private partnership healthcare model, which allows players in the private sector to make their contribution… Read more »
Rwanda: Tougher Penalties Await Errant Miners in Proposed Mining Bill
New Times
The Government of Rwanda seeks to propose tougher penalties under a new draft law on mining and quarry operations to deter offences that include illegal mining and mineral trading.… Read more »
Rwanda: Ruto Orders KTDA Management Fee Cut Amid Legal Disputes
Business Day Africa
President William Ruto has issued a directive to the Kenya Tea Development Agency (KTDA) to slash its management fee, reigniting a contentious debate in the wake of an ongoing… Read more »
Uganda: Self-Sustaining Skills Acquisition and Unemployment [opinion]
Nile Post
In today's fast-changing world, the issue of unemployment has become a pressing concern for many individuals and societies. Read more »
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Kenya: Milking Cash from Pasture
Mastercard Foundation
Sylvester Wazome is a trailblazing young pasture farmer from Wundanyi, Taita Taveta County, Kenya, who, through the Livestock Feed Commercialization Project, has become a role… Read more »
Uganda: The Vital Role of Parliament in Vetting Presidential Appointees [opinion]
Nile Post
In Uganda's democratic system, the Parliament plays a crucial role in ensuring that the President's appointees are fit for office. Read more »
Congo-Kinshasa: Latest New York Times Article On Congo Inadvertently Exposes Real Culprits in Congolese Mess [opinion]
New Times
An article on major mineral dealings in the Democratic Republic of Congo posted last Thursday on the website of The New York Times, the preeminent newspaper in the US, is… Read more »
Rwanda: Skol, Rayon Sports Host Workshop With Fan Club Leaders in Nyanza District
New Times
From May 18 to 19, 2024, SKOL Brewery Ltd, in partnership with Rayon Sports, organised a two-day workshop for fan club leaders. This event aimed to review and strengthen their… Read more »
Rwanda: Lions De Fer Edge Kigali Sharks to Reach Final
New Times
Lions de Fer have reached the final of the 15-Aside Championship after defeating rivals Kigali Sharks RFC 18-16 in the final group stage match held at UTEXRWA ground in Kigali on… Read more »
Rwanda: Could We See Another APR Vs Rayon Rivalry in Women's Football?
New Times
APR WFC were in March crowned FERWAFA women's second division league champions after a comfortable 3-0 victory over Forever WFC at Kigali Pele Stadium. Both teams secured promotion… Read more »
May 19
Kenya: Kenya Confirms Haiti Deployment On Course As President Ruto Heads to the U.S.
Capital FM
The Kenyan government has confirmed plans to deploy police officers to Haiti despite a petition filed in court against the move. Read more »
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Kenya: Mama Jasiri: A Brave Woman
Mastercard Foundation
Program: Jasiri Fund Location: Kilifi, Kenya Read more »
Rwanda: Rwanda's Role in Eastern DRC Conflict - Why International Law Is Failing to End the Fighting [analysis]
The Conversation Africa
The power of international law lies in its potential to offer alternatives to force and violence. The ideal is that states submit their grievances to a court rather than duke them… Read more »
Somalia: President Mohamud Meets His Kenyan Counterpart to Discuss Enhancing Diplomatic and Regional Stability
Radio Dalsan
Somalia Federal Government President, Hassan Sheikh Mohamud met with his Kenyan counterpart, President William Ruto at State House, Nairobi on Saturday. Read more »
Ethiopia: PM Abiy Inaugurates Boarding School Built for Visually Impaired Persons
ENA
Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed has today inaugurated 'Sheikha Fatima Bint Mubark' boarding school built in Addis Ababa by the Office of the First Lady for visually impaired persons. Read more »
Ethiopia: Norway Pledges Continued Support for Ethiopia's Green Development Efforts
ENA
Norway has announced that it will continue its assistance for the government of Ethiopia's efforts to fight climate change through green development. Read more »
Kenya: President Ruto Embarks On Historic State Visit to the United States
Capital FM
President William Ruto has departed for a three-day state visit to the United States. Read more »
Kenya: Lake Turkana Wind Power Picks New CEO
Capital FM
Max Schiff has been appointed as the new Chief Executive Officer of Lake Turkana Wind Power (LTWP). Read more »
Kenya: Ministry of Health Urges Action to Protect Students Amid Floods and Heavy Rains
Capital FM
The Ministry of Health has called on school administrators and management boards to take immediate action to safeguard children's health and safety amid ongoing heavy rains and… Read more »