March 27
Somalia: Minister of Labour and Social Affairs and FAO Somalia Country Representative Sign Data-Sharing Agreement to Boost Social Protection and Poverty Reduction Efforts
Radio Dalsan
On Wednesday, a significant step towards strengthening social protection and poverty reduction in Somalia was taken as the Minister of Labour and Social Affairs, Hon. Yusuf… Read more »
Kenya: Equity Group Profit After Tax Up 12pc to Sh48.8bn
Capital FM
Equity Group has posted a profit after tax growth of 12 percent to Sh48.8 billion for the full year ending December 31, 2024, boosted by gains earned from regional subsidiaries as… Read more »
Kenya: Jijenge Credit Welcomes Loan Pricing Overhaul Calls
Capital FM
Digital lender, Jijenge Credit limited has backed calls for a common base lending rate being spearheaded by commercial banks, saying the move will offer predictability and… Read more »
March 26
Ethiopia: Nation Envisions WTO Accession Next Year
Ethiopian Herald
ADDIS ABABA -The Ministry of Trade and Regional Integration (MoTRI) has disclosed that Ethiopia is striving to become a World Trade Organization (WTO) member by 2026. Read more »
Uganda: East African Crude Oil Pipeline Project Secures Massive Financial Injection From African Banks
Independent (Kampala)
EACOP, the company in charge of the construction and future operation of the East African Crude Oil Pipeline project from Kabaale in Uganda to Tanga in Tanzania, has got a massive… Read more »
Ethiopia: Over 14,000 Kilograms of Fish Being Harvested Daily From GERD
ENA
The Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam (GERD) has created the potential for daily fish production exceeding 14,000 Kilograms, Fisheries Development Desk Head Fasil Dawit disclosed. Read more »
Ethiopia: Ethiopia Shares Its Urban Development Success Stories At UN-Habitat Executive Board Meeting
ENA
A high-level Ethiopian delegation led by State Minister of Urban and Infrastructure, Fenta Dejen took part in the 1st Session of the UN-Habitat Executive Board Meeting in Nairobi,… Read more »
Ethiopia: Major State-Owned Enterprises Briefed On Ethiopia's Ongoing Debt Restructuring Efforts
ENA
The Ministry of Finance has officially briefed major State-Owned Enterprises (SOEs) on the country's ongoing debt restructuring efforts following the recent agreement reached with… Read more »
Ethiopia: Implication of Ethiopia's Last Eight Months' Economic Progress
Ethiopian Herald
Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed (PhD) responded to questions raised by members of House of People's Representatives recently on various issues. Regarding economy, he recalled that the… Read more »
Ethiopia: Ethiopia Invites UK Investors to Seize Lucrative Opportunities
ENA
The Ethio-UK Investment Forum took place today in London, co-facilitated by the Ethiopian Embassy in the United Kingdom and the Institute of Directors Africa Group. Read more »
Uganda: London Is Calling - Kenya Airways & Uganda Airlines to Launch Gatwick Flights - Here's Why It Matters
Capital FM
Two major airlines in East Africa, Kenya Airways and Uganda Airlines are gearing up to launch flights to London Gatwick, marking a major shake-up in the region's aviation scene.… Read more »
Kenya: Kenyan CEOs Optimistic On Growth, AI Integration
Capital FM
Despite geopolitical and trade tensions, Kenyan CEOs remain optimistic about economic growth, with 60 percent expecting global improvement and 48 percent expressing confidence in… Read more »
Uganda: Uganda, Japan Seal Shs121bn Deal for Karuma Bridge Reconstruction
Nile Post
Uganda's Finance Minister, Matia Kasaija, has signed a landmark agreement with the Japanese government to reconstruct the Karuma Bridge. Read more »
Ethiopia: Ethio Telecom, Mastercard Join Forces to Advance Digital Financial Services in Ethiopia
ENA
CEO of Ethio telecom, Frehiwot Tamru and a Mastercard delegation led by Mark Elliott, President of Mastercard Africa, held a strategic meeting focused on collaborative… Read more »
Ethiopia: Ethiopia, Sweden Strengthen Development Cooperation Amidst Evolving Global Challenges
ENA
Ethiopia's State Minister of Finance, Semereta Sewasew, met with Diana Janse, State Secretary of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Sweden, and Hans Henric Lundquist, Ambassador of… Read more »
Kenya: Fake 'Citizen Digital' Graphic Claims Kenya's Chamber of Commerce President Criticised Standard Newspaper
Africa Check
Fake 'Citizen Digital' graphic claims Kenya's chamber of commerce president criticised Standard newspaper Read more »
Eritrea: Eritrea's Mining Sector - Government Policy, Progress to-Date & Future Prospects
Shabait
Across the vast timeline of history, the presence and control of mineral resources have remained at the kernel or heartbeat of both intra-state and international rivalries,… Read more »
Kenya: Will AI Take Our Jobs? the Real Issue Is How We Adapt [opinion]
Capital FM
As artificial intelligence (AI) continues to advance and transform various industries, a Read more »
Uganda: Mbarara Vendors Decry Market Lock-in As Police Block Protest
Nile Post
The protest followed a Saturday night incident in which vendors Lovence Tusasirwe and Evelyn Atuhaire were reportedly trapped inside after responding to the market's closing… Read more »
Rwanda: African Renaissance - Is Globalisation Igniting Its Revival? [analysis]
New Times
In September 2024, Rwanda hosted the "African Renaissance Retreat," an event spearheaded by Nigerian business magnate Aliko Dangote to unite African business leaders and… Read more »
Uganda: Tororo Cement Condemns Fake Cement Racket
Nile Post
Tororo Cement Industry has condemned a fraudulent cement production racket uncovered in TICAF Cell, Osukuru Town Council, Tororo District, after security forces seized over 700… Read more »
Southern Africa: Uganda, Japan Seal Deal for Karuma Bridge Reconstruction
Nile Post
Karuma Bridge, built in 1963, has suffered structural damage, prompting urgent repairs. The vital Nile crossing is undergoing restoration to ensure safety and maintain its role in… Read more »
Uganda: Economists Demand Audit of Shs4tn Supplementary Budget
Nile Post
Economists have raised concerns over Parliament's approval of a Shs4 trillion supplementary budget, questioning the government's fiscal discipline and long-term planning. Read more »
March 25
Kenya: Maize Shortage Sparks Food Crisis As Prices Soar
Capital FM
The cost of living in Kenya is escalating as maize prices surge by 45%, hitting Sh4,800 per bag since January, with projections reaching Sh5,500 by April. Read more »
Ethiopia: Ethiopia Advances WTO Membership As Govt Announces 'Successful' Fifth-Round Negotiations
Addis Standard
Ethiopia has announced positive outcomes from the recently concluded fifth round of negotiations, advancing the government's plan to complete its World Trade Organization (WTO)… Read more »
