October 16
Uganda: Constitutional Lawyers Warn MP Lumu - Withdraw Your Bill or Face Political Ruin.
Nile Post
Withdraw your bill, apologize to Ugandans before you drown with it," Kiiza advised, emphasising the dangers that lie ahead for the embattled MP Read more »
Uganda: Gen Muhoozi Hosts Luncheon in Appreciation of Independence Parade Performance
Nile Post
The Chief of Defence Forces, Gen Muhoozi Kainerugaba, has hosted a luncheon at the Defence Intelligence and Security Headquarters to appreciate the participants of the Independence… Read more »
Uganda: Nakaseke Leaders Launch Poverty Eradication Campaign
Nile Post
Nakaseke district leaders, led by State Minister for Kampala Capital City and Metropolitan Affairs, Kabuye Kyofatogabye, have initiated a comprehensive campaign to eradicate… Read more »
Egypt: Egypt Eyes Major Infrastructure Investments in Somalia With High-Level Delegation Visit
Radio Dalsan
Egypt's Minister of Transport, Kamel El-Wazir, along with a delegation of Egyptian businessmen, is set to visit Somalia in the coming days to explore investment opportunities,… Read more »
Kenya: Capital a Investment Bank Eyes Diaspora Investors As It Rebrands
Capital FM
Capital A Investment Bank, previously known as Securities Africa Kenya Limited, has rebranded after recently receiving an investment bank license from the Capital Markets Authority… Read more »
Kenya: Banks Face Pressure to Lower Rates Following CBK's Recent Cut
Capital FM
Banks are facing increasing pressure to lower interest rates after the Central Bank of Kenya (CBK) recently slashed the benchmark rate by 75 basis points to 12 percent with an aim… Read more »
Somalia: Somalia's President Unveils National Transformation Plan
Shabelle
Somalia's President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud on Monday announced the launch of the National Transformation Plan (NTP) for 2024-2025, marking a significant effort to advance… Read more »
Somalia: UK Boosts Somalia Security With Additional £7.5 Million to ATMIS
Shabelle
The United Kingdom has provided a further £7.5 million to the African Union Transition Mission in Somalia (ATMIS). This latest round of funding builds on earlier… Read more »
Africa: Kenya's Roam E-Motorcycle Completes 6,000 Km Kenya-S. Africa Solar Journey
Capital FM
Roam Air, an African-made electric motorcycle, has completed a 6,000-kilometer solar-powered journey from Nairobi, Kenya, to Stellenbosch, South Africa. Read more »
Kenya: Gachagua's Legal Team Objects to Orengo's Appearance for National Assembly
Capital FM
Embattled Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua's legal team has objected to Governor James Orengo's appearance for the National Assembly citing his position as a State officer. Read more »
Kenya: Gachagua to Be Sole Witness At Senate Trial, Sakaja, Mutuse Appear for National Assembly
Capital FM
Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua will be the sole witness in his impeachment trial that has commenced at the Senate. Read more »
Africa: Aligning AfCFTA and Agenda 2063 With FOCAC in Charting Africa's Path to Economic Transformation
Capital FM
Africa stands on the cusp of an economic transformation that promises to reshape its place in the global economy. Central to this vision are three powerful frameworks: the African… Read more »
Kenya: Kenyans Urged to Embrace Innovation for Safer Online Spaces
Capital FM
Stakeholders in the security industry have underscored the importance of innovation and technology in enhancing online safety for Kenyans. Read more »
Uganda/Kenya: Neighbors Uganda One Point Away From Afcon Qualification
Capital FM
Neighbors Uganda, co-hosts of the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations and next year's Africa Nations Championship (CHAN) are just one point away from qualification to next year's AFCON… Read more »
Kenya: Kenyan Court Rejects Bid to Stop Deputy President's Ouster
RFI
A Kenyan court on Tuesday dismissed a last-minute attempt to halt the Senate's debate and vote on the impeachment of Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua. Read more »
Somalia: Somali FM Grilled By Senate Committee On Diplomatic Affairs
Shabelle
Somali Foreign Minister Ahmed Moalim Fiqi was grilled by the Senate Foreign Affairs Committee, led by Senator Maryan Farah Kahiye, to delve into critical topics including the… Read more »
Somalia: Somali Forces Strike Al-Shabaab Bases, Kill 10 Militants in Southern Mudug
Shabelle
The Somali National Army (SNA) executed a targeted operation in the early hours of Tuesday in the Southern Mudug region, successfully neutralizing 10 Al-Shabaab militants and… Read more »
Somalia: 'Pearl Beach' Project - President Hassan Sheikh Sees a Prosperous Future for Somalia
Shabelle
President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud today laid the foundation stone for the Xeebta-luulka real estate project, marking a significant leap in urban development for Somalia. Read more »
Uganda: NUP's 'Surrender' Is a Mockery and Erosion of Justice in the Name of Political Control
Observer
The recent arrest and prolonged detention of 19 supporters of the National Unity Platform (NUP) raises alarming questions about the integrity of our justice system and the… Read more »
Kenya: Gachagua's Successor - Why Mudavadi Is Techinically Knocked Out of the Race
Capital FM
As the consideration on the impeachment of Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua draws near, the likelihood of Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi become the next Deputy President… Read more »
Kenya: Gachagua At the Senate Ahead of Impeachment Trial
Capital FM
Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has arrived at the Senate ahead of his impeachment trial. Read more »
Kenya: Govt to Disburse Sh1.5bn NHIF Claims Owed to Healthcare Facilities
Capital FM
The government will this week disburse Sh1.5 billion to settle claims owed to healthcare facilities. Read more »
Kenya: 3-Judge Bench Declines to Stop DP Gachagua's Impeachment
Capital FM
The three-judge bench of the High Court hearing petitions seeking to stop Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua's impeachment trial has declined to stop the Senate process. Read more »
Kenya: KETRACO to Compensate Individuals Affected By Adani Power Project
Capital FM
The Kenya Electricity Transmission Company Limited (KETRACO) has assured that any person affected by the Adani Energy Solutions Limited (AESL) power project will be compensated. Read more »
Uganda: Cracks At Kiteezi Landfill Raise Alarm - KCCA Faces Pressure Over Waste Management Solutions
Nile Post
Residents of Kiteezi have been warned of an impending disaster at the landfill, as cracks have been spotted on its western slope. Frank Rusa, the Acting Executive Director of the… Read more »
