June 26
Kenya: Old Video Used As False Evidence of 2024 Rift Between Kenyan President and His Deputy
Africa Check
Old video used as false evidence of 2024 rift between Kenyan president and his deputy Read more »
Kenya: Photo From 2016 French Protest Used to Depict Kenya's Anti-Tax Demonstrations in 2024
Africa Check
Photo from 2016 French protest used to depict Kenya's anti-tax demonstrations in 2024 Read more »
Mauritius: PM Calls for Reflection and Renewed Determination On International Day Against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking 2024
Government of Mauritius
This International Day against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking is a time to reflect on the impact of drug abuse and to strengthen our resolve to fight against illicit drug… Read more »
Tanzania: Mega Boost for Tourism Sector in Tanzania
Daily News
HOSPITALITY industry in Tanzania has continued with its steady rise, attracting several foreign hotel investments, and latest in the line is global hotel chain -- Radisson Hotel… Read more »
Kenya: What Athletes Need to Do to Compete in Nairobi City Marathon
Capital FM
Athletics Kenya (AK) have informed athletes that they will have to have a set personal best (PB) times if they are to compete in the marathon and half marathon for this year's… Read more »
Kenya: Watching Kenya's Protests Under the Ruins of Kampala [opinion]
Observer
Believe me, dear reader, Nairobi protests under the labels #RejectFinanceBill2024 and the #OccupyParliament movement had me in tears -- tears of joy. Read more »
Uganda: Despotism Cannot Deliver Prosperity for Uganda [opinion]
Observer
Debate has been raging online about Ugandans' take on how disgruntled they are about public issues and governance. Read more »
Rwanda: Rwanda Is Small but Not in the Way That Critics Wish [opinion]
New Times
Small (/smɔ:l/) adjective, Definition: 1. Of a size that is less than normal or usual. 2. Insignificant; unimportant. Read more »
Kenya: Sonko Urges President Ruto to Drop Finance Bill Following Tuesday's Chaos
Capital FM
Former Nairobi Governor Mike Mbuvi Sonko has urged President William Ruto to reconsider the controversial Finance Bill 2024 that has sparked widespread discontent culminating in… Read more »
Uganda: Police Announce Reporting Date for New Recruits
Nile Post
The police have set July 13, 2024 as the date for new recruits to report to Kabalye for training, and all successful candidates must report without fail. Read more »
Uganda: New Wave of Murders Worries Pallisa Locals
Nile Post
Pallisa district has witnessed a shocking trend of murders, where victims are killed and their bodies dumped on the road to make it appear as accidents. Read more »
Uganda: Mawokota Stadium Given Greenlight to Host Masaza Games
Nile Post
The works for the construction and elevation of the Mawokota county stadium are almost complete, with the facility given a green light to host matches for the Masaza Cup… Read more »
Tanzania: Traders' Leaders Disown Strike Propagators
Daily News
Leaders of traders' association at the popular Kariakoo Market on Tuesday distanced themselves from sellers whose shops remained closed despite an agreement reached with the… Read more »
Tanzania: Ex-Daily News Editor, Pudenciana Temba Is No More
Daily News
Veteran journalist and former editor of the Daily News, Ms Pudenciana Temba (63) has passed away. Read more »
Tanzania: Crucial Day As Budget Set for Endorsement
Daily News
DODOMA: MEMBERS of Parliament will vote for the proposed government budget for 2024/2025 today after concluding their six-days debate. Read more »
Rwanda: Mpayimana Pledges to Cut Size of Parliament If Elected President
New Times
Independent presidential candidate Philippe Mpayimana, 54, is proposing a number of changes to the Chamber of Deputies that he would implement if elected as Head of State in the… Read more »
Rwanda: Fidelia Uwizakiza's Inspiring Journey With Down Syndrome
New Times
Growing up with Down syndrome was never easy for Fidelia Uwizakiza or her family. The genetic condition, which is caused by an extra chromosome, may affect intellectual, mental,… Read more »
Rwanda: Men, Your Emotions Matter - Take Care Before It's Too Late
New Times
In Kinyarwanda, there is a famous saying that goes "imfura ishinjagira ishira", which can loosely be translated to "the noble walk gracefully but in pain". Another one says… Read more »
Rwanda: Five Players Who Could Define Rayon Sports' Transfer Business
New Times
After a quiet month in the transfer market, Rayon Sports now look set to splash the cash to buy new players as new season approaches. Read more »
Rwanda: Can Angel Investing Fix African Startup Funding Woes? [analysis]
New Times
A crop of investors allocating capital to early stage-startups is emerging in Africa. They deploy funding in a way that traditional and commercial lenders cannot. They tend to be… Read more »
Uganda: Ugandan Pilgrims Celebrate Successful Hajj Journey
Nile Post
The successful pilgrimage highlights the strong collaboration between Salam TV, Weli Travel, Muzaata Hajj and Umrah Tours, and Uganda Airlines. Pilgrims' gratitude reflects the… Read more »
Uganda: Bombo Military Hospital Welcomes New Director
Nile Post
Col Dr. Ronald Nangamba has officially handed over the leadership of the General Military Hospital Bombo to Col Dr. Norbert Kabugo in a ceremony held at the Land Force Headquarters… Read more »
Kenya: Kenyans Keen to Close Continental Champs On High With More Medals
Capital FM
Kenya continue their medal harvest on the ultimate day of the Africa Athletics Senior Championships in Douala, Cameroon with a number of athletes in action. Read more »
June 25
Kenya: Kenya Deploys Military Amid Violent Protests Over Finance Bill
Capital FM
Kenya has deployed the military after violence escalated on Tuesday, resulting in the deaths of at least four protesters and injuries to many others. The protests erupted after the… Read more »
Rwanda: Govt Has Not Issued Treasury Bills for Two Weeks in a Row
New Times
For the second week in a row, the Government of Rwanda has not issued treasury bills (T-bills), signalling that it might have enough cash to meet its short-term obligations and… Read more »