July 22
Kenya: Why Ruto's Tone Deaf Action Will Give Him Sleepless Nights [opinion]
Business Day Africa
Kenyan President William Ruto has squandered a chance to unite the country and restore stability by reappointing six previously dismissed cabinet secretaries, triggering widespread… Read more »
Uganda: Kisenyi - Kampala's Forgotten Slum
Nile Post
In the heart of Kampala lies Kisenyi, a sprawling slum that houses thousands of city dwellers. Read more »
Kenya: 100% Budget Cut Proposal Puts School Examinations, Assessments in Limbo
Capital FM
The State Department for Education has revealed that an overall reduction in allocations of both its recurrent and development budget for the financial year 2024/25 will affect key… Read more »
Kenya: Sh66mn State of Art Maternity Facility, Major Boost for Mara Community
Capital FM
Luxury Boutique hotel group, Hemingways Collection has collaborated with the Maa Trust in the construction of the first of its kind maternity facility in Maasai Mara. Read more »
Uganda: Kabaka Returns Home
Nile Post
The king's return ends months of commotion and speculation driven by a section of his subjects that led to a diplomatic charade in his place of recuperation in the southern African… Read more »
Uganda: Ankole Religious Leaders Lash Out At Corrupt Govt Officials
Nile Post
Religious leaders in Ankole have lashed out at corrupt government officials who continue to swindle taxpayer's money. Read more »
Uganda: Teargas and Canes Not the Solution - Azawi
Nile Post
Songstress, Priscilla Zawedde commonly known as Azawi has expressed concern over the use of force against citizens whenever they raise issues affecting them. Read more »
Kenya: WFP Introduces Orange Fleshed Sweet Potato to Supplement School Feeding Program in Nyatike
Capital FM
The World Food Programme (WFP) is championing food security measures to ensure the sustainability of school feeding programmes in the semi-arid region of Nyatike Sub County. Read more »
Uganda: Kagadi Vendors Demand for Modern Market
Nile Post
Locals and vendors operating in Kagadi market are not happy with the state of their market saying that every time it rains, they hardly can work. Read more »
July 21
Uganda: Riots, Illegal Demonstrations Will Not Be Allowed - Museveni
Independent (Kampala)
President Yoweri Museveni Saturday night concluded his national address on wealth creation and the environment, by sending a veiled warning to youth who plan to march to parliament… Read more »
Ethiopia: Research Centers Developing Coffee Varieties That Can Beat Climate Change, Diseases
Ethiopian Herald
In Ethiopia, agriculture is the engine of the economy; it covers over 80% of the economy of the country, employs the majority of the population and contributes significantly to the… Read more »
Africa: FM Abdelatty Discusses GERD, Sudan, Red Sea Security With AU Commission Adeoye
Egypt Online
Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty discussed in Accra on Sunday 21/7/2024 the latest developments of the Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam (GERD) and the situation in Sudan and the Red… Read more »
Africa: Plastic Pollution, Africa's Biggest Environmental Nightmare [opinion]
Nile Post
Only 9 percent of all plastic that has ever been produced has been recycled Read more »
Uganda: Legislators Put Electricity Company to Task Ahead Over Umeme Takeover
Nile Post
UEDCL has its work cut out as they prepare to take over supply of juice to households Read more »
Uganda: Increased Maternal, Infant Deaths At Mbale Referral Hospital Worry Residents
Nile Post
Stakeholders have raised a red flag over a surge in maternal and newborn deaths attributed to the perceived neglect of expecting mothers at Mbale Regional Referral Hospital. Read more »
Uganda: Spike in Accident On New 'Oil Roads' Worries Minister
Nile Post
The state minister for transport Fred Byamukama has noted with concern an increase of accidents on Albertine oil roads, something he attributes to excitement by drivers. Read more »
Rwanda: What's On the President's Plate As He Embarks On a New Term?
New Times
At age 66, a 'young man' relatively speaking, President Paul Kagame stands on the precipice of a new five-year term. Read more »
Eritrea: Biniam Girmay Becomes Winner of Green Jersey Classification
Shabait
Eritrean professional cyclist Biniam Girmay, a member of the Intermarché-Wanty Team, has made history as the first African cyclist to win the Tour de France points… Read more »
Sudan: Mary's Story - Displaced and Displaced Again
Ayin English
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Africa: Anger As Xenophobic Waves Against South Sudanese Sweep Sudan
Ayin English
Anger, anxiety, and betrayal are how one can describe the mood among South Sudanese following the growing xenophobic attacks and arrests in Sudan as the army-controlled areas… Read more »
Kenya: Enough Is Enough, President Ruto Declares, Vowing to End Protests
Capital FM
President William Ruto has declared "enough is enough" after weeks of protests that have claimed over 50 lives across the country. Read more »
Uganda: Uganda's Economy Shows Positive Outlook Despite Existing Near-Term Challenges
Observer
The Bank of Uganda's recent State of the Economy report offers a snapshot of Uganda's economic health and near-term prospects. Read more »
Africa: Kenya - FAJ Strongly Condemns Assaults On Kenyan Journalists, Calls for Immediate Action [press release]
IFJ
During the anti-government protests in Nakuru, journalist Catherine Kariuki was shot three times by police in what appears to be a targeted attack. Meanwhile, veteran journalist… Read more »
Kenya: Raila's Six-Point Dealbreaker On Talks With Ruto
Capital FM
Azimio leader Raila Odinga has laid out a six-point action plan that the government must address before he will engage in any discussions with President William Ruto. Read more »
Ethiopia: Two Sudanese Refugees Die in Ethiopia Attack
Dabanga
Two Sudanese refugees were reportedly killed and 10 others were injured in an attack launched by gunmen on Saturday evening on the Awlala forests in the Amhara region of Ethiopia,… Read more »