June 08
Tanzania: Finland Deepens Tanzania Forestry Partnerships Through Business Matchmaking and Investment
Daily News
The Embassy of Finland in Tanzania, in partnership with UNDP Tanzania through the FUNGUO Innovation Programme on Friday convened Finnish Forest Day 2026 under the theme "Doing… Read more »
Tanzania: Mining Powers Past Vision 2025 Goal, Revenue Tops 1tri/-
Daily News
THE mining sector has achieved a milestone once considered highly ambitious, contributing 10.1 per cent to Gross Domestic Product (GDP) in 2024 and surpassing the Vision 2025… Read more »
Tanzania: Tanzania Steps Up Russia Tourism Push
Daily News
TANZANIA is seeking to attract at least one per cent of Russia's 13.4 million outbound travellers as it steps up efforts to diversify tourism source markets and tap into one of the… Read more »
Tanzania: Esrac Centres Transform Early Child Development and Inclusive Education in Tanzania
Daily News
Education is often described as the foundation of opportunity, yet for thousands of children, the ability to benefit fully from education depends on something that happens long… Read more »
Tanzania: Kikwete Urges Legal Innovation and Global Readiness
Daily News
THE Minister of State, President's Office, Public Service and Good Governance, Ridhiwan Kikwete, has called upon law students and legal professionals to embrace adaptability,… Read more »
Tanzania: Azania Bank Shareholders to Receive 98.62 Bn/ - Per Share As Dividend As Bank Posts Strong 2025 Performance
Daily News
AZANIA Bank Plc has approved a dividend payout of 18.36bn/- during the Bank's 33rd Annual General Meeting (AGM) held in Dar es Salaam, over the weekend. Read more »
Rwanda: Kwibuka T20 - Nhamburo Promises Fearless Cricket
New Times
National women's cricket team head coach Leonard Nhamburo has promised fearless cricket as Rwanda prepares to compete in the 12th edition of the Kwibuka Women's T20 Tournament,… Read more »
Rwanda: Why Streaming Alone Isn't Enough for Modern Musicians
New Times
As stadium tours continue to break records in 2026, The Weeknd's $298 million (Approx. Rwf435.9 billion) year offers a window into where music's biggest money now comes from. Read more »
Rwanda: Canal+ Rwanda Unveils Rewards Campaign, New Content Lineup
New Times
CANAL+ Rwanda has launched a promotional campaign aimed at expanding access to television services while rewarding both new and existing subscribers through discounted offers, cash… Read more »
Rwanda: NEC Explains Key Reforms in New Electoral Law
New Times
The National Electoral Commission (NEC) has outlined major reforms introduced under Rwanda's new Organic Law governing elections, saying the changes are aimed at strengthening… Read more »
Rwanda: Inside Rising Real Estate Investment Appeal
New Times
Strong housing demand and investor confidence drove a record $855.5 million real estate investment commitments in 2025. Read more »
Kenya: Starehe Boys', Kariobangi North Girls Triumph in Vivo Energy Sustainability Tournament
Capital FM
Starehe Boys' Centre was crowned tournament champions following an exhilarating 1-0 win over Kamkunji High School in the finals of the 2026 Vivo Energy Kenya Sustainability… Read more »
South Sudan: Ebola Response Update - June 5, 2026 [press release]
U.S. Embassy Juba
The Department of State, in close coordination with the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), and in partnership with the governments of the Democratic Republic of… Read more »
Uganda: Four Fufa Big League Clubs Earn Promotion to Uganda Premier League
Independent (Kampala)
Four clubs have secured promotion to the 2026/27 StarTimes Uganda Premier League following the conclusion of the 2025/26 FUFA Big League season. Read more »
Uganda: Dr. Muganga Visits Parents' Graves to Affirm Ugandan Roots
Independent (Kampala)
Dr. Lawrence Muganga, on Saturday, led journalists to the graves of his parents in Mukono District. He insists that he is a Ugandan by birth he attacked those who have questioned… Read more »
Uganda: Uganda's Education Expansion Runs Into an Infrastructure Wall
Independent (Kampala)
Uganda's education sector has made progress in expanding access to learning opportunities over the last three decades, but the newly released Baseline Education Census (BEC) 2025… Read more »
Uganda: Equity Bank Bets On Green Finance for Uganda's Clean Energy Push
Independent (Kampala)
Equity Bank Uganda is increasing its investment in renewable energy financing as it positions itself more firmly within the country's transition towards cleaner and more affordable… Read more »
Kenya: Round Two of Ncba Royal Classic Tees Off As Balala Takes Another Swing At Success
Capital FM
Round two of the NCBA Royal Classic is underway at Royal Nairobi Golf Club, with amateur golfer Adel Balala carrying a slender one-shot lead after an impressive opening round of… Read more »
Kenya: Turn Everyday Spending Into Real Value With SBM Rewards Program
Capital FM
Customers today expect more from their banks than traditional financial services. They are looking for value, relevance, and tangible benefits in their everyday interactions. SBM… Read more »
Rwanda: Who Could Replace Yakan At Gisagara VC?
New Times
With the departure of Laurence Yakan Guma, Gisagara VC faces the important task of appointing a new head coach to steer one of Rwanda's most ambitious volleyball clubs. Read more »
Rwanda: Bk Group Posts Rwf27bn Profit in Q1 2026, to Scale Up SME and Agribusiness Lending
New Times
BK Group Plc has recorded a 6.9 per cent year-on-year increase in net income to Rwf26.9 billion for the first quarter, driven by strong revenue growth and improved net interest… Read more »
Rwanda: Rwanda Marks Governance Milestone As First Accredited Directors Graduate
New Times
Twenty-three executives have graduated as Rwanda's first certified directors under an internationally accredited governance programme, a milestone expected to strengthen boardroom… Read more »
Rwanda: BPR Explores Financing Solutions to Help Cushion Fuel Importers From Global Shocks
New Times
BPR Bank Rwanda is exploring financing solutions to help fuel importers navigate rising costs and supply disruptions linked to the ongoing Middle East conflict, as concerns grow… Read more »
Rwanda: How Cok Plans to Create Over 50,000 Jobs Annually
New Times
The City of Kigali aims to create nearly 50,000 jobs annually, building on employment gains recorded during the 2025/26 financial year. Read more »
Sudan: Phase Two of 2026 High School Certificate Control Operations Begins in Khartoum
SNA
The second phase of the High School Certificate control operations for the deferred 2026 batch -- the coding stage -- commenced Sunday in Khartoum State, with the participation of… Read more »
