June 25
Uganda: Jinja Gets More Factories
Nile Post
Jinja, once known for its industrial prowess, is seeing a resurgence as new factories set up in the area. Read more »
Uganda: Lango Paramount Chief Moves to Block Rival Chief's Coronation
Nile Post
The reigning Paramount chief of Lango, Yosam Odur Ebii, has written to the Inspector General of Police seeking interventions to block the coronation of his rival chief, Eng. Dr.… Read more »
Kenya: Religious Leaders in Solidarity With 'Gen-Z' Led Protests Rejecting Finance Bill 2024, Condemn Use of Excessive Force By Police
CISA
In a united front, religious leaders across Kenya have expressed their staunch opposition to the proposed Finance Bill 2024, citing its potential to impose severe economic… Read more »
Kenya: Abductions of Citizens Suspected of Involvement in Protests Violate Human Rights
AI London
The Police Reforms Working Group Kenya (PRWG-K) unequivocally condemns the recent wave of abductions of citizens suspected of involvement in the #RejectFinanceBill2024 protests. Read more »
Kenya: Listen to the People, Respect Demonstrations, Uhuru Tells Ruto
Capital FM
Former President Uhuru Kenyatta has urged President William Ruto to heed the grievances of Kenyans and respect their right to demonstrate, amid ongoing protests against the Finance… Read more »
Ghana: Five Ghanaian MPs Caught in Crosshairs of Kenya's Tax Protests - Report
Accra Times
The demonstration happening in Kenya has intensified as posters started the day threatening a "total shutdown Read more »
Mauritius: Mauritius and South Korea Commit to Enhanced Diplomatic and Economic Relations
Government of Mauritius
The newly-designated Ambassador of the Republic of Korea, Her Excellency Mrs. Park Ji-Hyun, called on the Minister of Foreign Affairs, Regional Integration and International Trade,… Read more »
Ethiopia: Hawassa, Jimma Cities in Ethiopia to Host Coffee Exhibitions
ENA
Cities of Hawassa and Jimma in Ethiopia are finalizing preparations to host a national Coffee Exhibitions with the goal of fostering relationships between coffee exporters and… Read more »
Kenya: Two People Killed During Anti-Tax Protests - Human Rights Groups
VOA
Police in Nairobi fired tear gas at protesters Tuesday as Kenyan lawmakers were debating a finance bill that would impose across-the-board tax hikes. Read more »
Somalia: Man Arrested in Somali Capital for Alleged Murder of Mother, Nephew
Shabelle
In a tragic incident that has sent shockwaves through the city, Mohamed Hassan Ali Dhiblawe, a young man, has been apprehended by authorities in the Deniile district of Mogadishu… Read more »
Uganda: CSOs Identify Key Opportunities in the Shs72 Trillion Budget
Independent (Kampala)
The non-governmental organisations call for strong anti-corruption measures and debt reduction Read more »
Rwanda: Eleven Ways How Your Vote May Become Invalid
New Times
As Rwandans prepare to cast their votes in the general elections next month, they need to know why or how one's vote could be considered invalid. Read more »
Rwanda: We Need Scaled Up Irrigation to Cope With Drought, Farmers Tell Pl Parliamentary Aspirants
New Times
Farmers in the Eastern Province districts of Gatsibo, Nyagatare, Kayonza, and others, have highlighted the need for enhancing irrigation, and planting more forests to cope with… Read more »
Eritrea: President Isaias Afwerki Met and Held Talks With Senior Italian Delegation
Shabait
President Isaias Afwerki, in the afternoon hours today, met and held talks at the Denden Guest House with a senior Italian delegation led by Mr. Adolfo Urso, Minister of… Read more »
Uganda: Court Martial Chief Mugabe Sworn in for Third Term
Nile Post
Brigadier-General Robert Freeman Mugabe has been sworn in for a third term as Chairman of the General Court Martial (GCM). Read more »
Uganda: Activists Demand Parliament Probe Into Lubigi Eviction
Nile Post
A coalition of human rights defenders has urged Parliament to investigate the National Environment Management Authority (NEMA) over allegations of unfair eviction practices in… Read more »
Ethiopia: Tigray's Women Rally Against Ongoing Atrocities, Demand End to Gender Violence
Addis Standard
A large demonstration was held today in Mekelle by women demanding an end to violence against women in the region. The protesters called for justice for victims of sexual violence,… Read more »
Uganda: New Military Taskforce Take On Climate Change, Environmental Security
Nile Post
The Ministry of Defence and Veteran Affairs has launched a taskforce to formulate a comprehensive Climate Change and Environmental Security Strategy. Read more »
Uganda: Police Investigate Four Deaths in Kagadi, Buliisa Districts
Nile Post
Police in Buliisa have intensified the search for the body of a man who is said to have drowned in Lake Albert while taking a bath at the shore. Read more »
Uganda: Govt to Recruit 1200 Health Workers
Nile Post
Government has finalized plans to hire health workers to boost the capacity of health facilities around the country, the Uganda Health Commission has said. Read more »
Uganda: Nile Breweries Trains 400 Bunyoro, Mbarara Retailers in Entrepreneurial Skills
Nile Post
In a bid to stimulate business growth for its retailers, Nile Breweries has trained over 400 local retailers in Bunyoro and Mbarara in entrepreneurship, digital and financial… Read more »
Sudan: Unicef Urges Immediate Action for Sudanese Children Amid Ongoing War
Capital FM
The United Nations International Children's Emergency Fund (UNICEF) has called for urgent action to support millions of Sudanese children whose lives have been devastated by the… Read more »
Kenya: Wetangula Directs Ichung'wah to Consult IG On Oguda's Whereabout Following Abduction Claims
Capital FM
National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetangula has directed the Majority Leader Kimani Ichungwa to consult with the Inspector General of Police Japhet Koome over the abduction of… Read more »
Uganda: Trade Ministry Official Joins MPs in Luzira in Sh3.4 Billion Court Case
Independent (Kampala)
The Anti-corruption Court in Kampala has remanded Leonard Kavundira, the Principal Cooperative Officer from the Ministry of Trade, Industry and Cooperatives to Luzira prison for… Read more »
Uganda: Afreximbank Pledge $2bn to Africa Health Security Plan
Independent (Kampala)
Afreximbank and the Africa Centers for Disease Control and Prevention have announced a new cooperation agreement at the Global Forum for Vaccine Sovereignty and Innovation in… Read more »