June 08
Uganda: Government Hands Over Coffee Processing Equipment to Boost Value Addition in Kasese
Nile Post
Government of Uganda has stepped up efforts to commercialize agriculture and transform rural livelihoods through a new initiative focused on coffee value addition in Kasese… Read more »
Uganda: The Cost of Connectivity - How Smartphone and Mobile Money Taxes Could Be Slowing Digital Economy
Nile Post
In Uganda today, the smartphone has evolved far beyond a communication device. It is now a bank, a classroom, a marketplace, an office--and for many young people, a critical tool… Read more »
Uganda: Uganda to Mark 37th Heroes' Day With Scaled-Down Ceremony At State House
Nile Post
Uganda will tomorrow, Tuesday June 9, 2026, mark the 37th Heroes' Day Anniversary in a scaled-down ceremony at State House Entebbe, with organisers limiting attendance to fewer… Read more »
Uganda: Western RCC Warns Ibanda Leaders Over Corruption, Absenteeism
Nile Post
The Western Regional Resident Commissioner (RCC), Colonel James Mwesigye, has warned leaders and civil servants in Ibanda District to strengthen the fight against corruption and… Read more »
Kenya: Armed VIP Intruder Arrested At Migori Football Match After Gun Drama
Capital FM
Police officers in Migori have arrested a man found carrying a loaded firearm during a football match between Migori Youth FC and Equity Bank FC at Sony Green Stadium in Awendo. Read more »
June 07
Ethiopia: Ethiopia's Election Results Will Likely Confirm Status Quo
DW
Ethiopia's ruling Prosperity Party is set for a decisive election win when results are announced. The election was marked by security challenges, a divided opposition and the… Read more »
Somalia: Somalia Issues Official Casualty Figures After Mogadishu Clashes
Shabelle
Somalia's Ministry of Health and Human Services said Sunday that one person was killed and 55 others wounded during security-related incidents in Mogadishu on June 3 and 4,… Read more »
Kenya: Govt to Compensate Families of Utumishi Girls Fire Victims
Capital FM
The government has announced that each family that lost a student in the Utumishi Girls Academy dormitory fire will receive Sh200,000 as part of a compensation package following… Read more »
Kenya: Ruto Begins Europe Tour to Woo Investors, Expand Kenya Exports
Capital FM
President William Ruto has left for a week-long tour of Europe aimed at attracting foreign investment, expanding market access for Kenyan products and strengthening economic ties… Read more »
Sudan: 15 Civilians Killed in North Kordofan Drone Attacks
Dabanga
At least 15 civilians were killed and dozens more injured in a series of drone attacks on villages and a market in North Kordofan over the weekend, while a separate drone strike on… Read more »
Kenya: Workers Should Continue Paying Higher NSSF Deductions, Says COTU
Capital FM
The Central Organization of Trade Unions (Kenya) (COTU) has urged workers and employers to continue remitting enhanced National Social Security Fund (NSSF) contributions, insisting… Read more »
Kenya: Kipkemboi Overcomes Stiff Competition to Win Nairobi City Marathon
Capital FM
Enock Kipkemboi cruised to victory in the men's 42km at the fifth edition of the Nairobi City Marathon on Sunday morning. Read more »
Kenya: Mom On a Mission - Nyamira Runner Bags Millions At Nairobi City Marathon
Capital FM
Nyamira's Joy Kemuma pulled out all stops to win the women's 42km at the Nairobi City Marathon on Sunday morning. Read more »
Kenya: Golden Handshake for Gor As Ruto Blesses Premier League Champions With More Millions
Capital FM
Gor Mahia's financial windfall in the aftermath of their 22nd FKF Premier League title continues, following a Ksh 10 million reward from President William Ruto. Read more »
Somalia: UN Security Council to Discuss Somalia
Shabelle
The UN Security Council is set to meet in the coming weeks to discuss the situation in Somalia, amid growing concerns over the political and security tensions in the country. Read more »
Somalia: Former Somali President Warns of Deepening Political and Security Crisis
Shabelle
Former Somali president Mohamed Abdullahi Mohamed has warned that Somalia is entering a dangerous phase of political and security instability, accusing President Hassan Sheikh… Read more »
Rwanda: Malaria - New Mosquito Nets Expected By End June
New Times
Shortages of mosquito nets on the Rwandan market and the continued use of old, worn-out ones are increasing the risk of malaria infection. Read more »
Somalia: Clashes Erupt in Somalia Amid Tensions Linked to Former Security Minister
Shabelle
Heavy fighting broke out Sunday in an area between the districts of Gubadleey in Mogadishu and Warsheekh in Somalia's Middle Shabelle region after federal government forces arrived… Read more »
Somalia: Somali Commandos Target Al-Shabaab Sites in Lower Shabelle
Shabelle
Somali special forces carried out a series of planned operations in the Lower Shabelle region, targeting locations allegedly used by the Al-Shabaab to extort money from local… Read more »
Somalia: Somalia's President Appoints Veteran Politician Salad Ali Jeelle As Senior Adviser
Shabelle
Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud has appointed veteran politician and diplomat Salad Ali Jeelle as his senior adviser, the presidency announced on Sunday. Read more »
Somalia: Somaliland Cuts Gst Rate, Moves to Digital Collection
Horn Diplomat
Somaliland's Ministry of Finance and Economic Development on Sunday announced a sweeping reform of the Goods and Services Tax (GST) system, cutting the tax rate by 50% while… Read more »
Ethiopia: Ethiopia Takes Part in 11th BRICS Foreign Policy Dialogue in New Delhi, MFA Says
ENA
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MFA) has announced that the country took part in the 11th BRICS Foreign Policy Dialogue held in New Delhi under India's BRICS Chairship. Read more »
Uganda: Moroto Schools Record Low Turnout As Term 2 Enters Third Week
Independent (Kampala)
Schools in Moroto District remain half empty as the second term enters its third week. Head teachers blame hunger, child labour, and domestic work for the poor turnout. Read more »
Kenya: I'm Prepared for Any Outcome in Impeachment Case - Gachagua
Capital FM
Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has said he is fully prepared to accept whatever decision the High Court will render in the impeachment proceedings against him, insisting… Read more »
Kenya: Kalonzo Explains Absence of Gachagua, Matiang'i and Karua At Campaign Launch
Capital FM
Wiper Patriotic Front leader Kalonzo Musyoka has clarified why fellow United Opposition co-principals Rigathi Gachagua, Fred Matiang'i and Martha Karua did not attend the unveiling… Read more »
