November 08
Seychelles: Budget 2025 - Seychelles Plans Economic Diversification, Says Top Official
Seychelles News Agency
Climate change mitigation, economic diversification, and a more productive public sector are among the areas this year's budget fiscal risk statement addresses to ensure Seychelles… Read more »
Rwanda: Rwanda Debuts New Coffee Brands, Honey On Chinese Market
New Times
Rwanda' organic honey and new specialty coffee made their debut on the Chinese market at the seventh China International Import Expo (CIIE) in Shanghai, opening doors for Rwandan… Read more »
Rwanda: Rwanda Loses $300m to Disasters Annually - Report
New Times
The government aims to bolster its disaster resilience from the current 46% to 60% by 2030 as disaster-related losses cost the country between $200 million and $300 million each… Read more »
November 07
Kenya: A Conversation with Charlot Magayi - How Mukuru Clean Stoves Combats Air Pollution and Malaria in Africa [interview]
allAfrica
Earlier this week, former Earthshot Prize winner Charlot Magayi appeared at Earthshot, offering her support and inspiring the next generation. Read more »
Kenya: KRA Surpasses Revenue Targets in Oct for First Time Since 2021
Capital FM
The Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) exceeded its monthly revenue targets in October, marking the first time since December 2021. Read more »
Uganda: Uganda's Coffee Sector Faces Uncertain Future As UCDA Set to Be Dissolved
Nile Post
Uganda's coffee industry is facing a period of change as the government prepares to dissolve the Uganda Coffee Development Authority (UCDA), sparking a heated debate in Parliament… Read more »
Uganda: Closure of Zero-Grazing Cattle Project in Kampala
Nile Post
The National Environment Management Authority (NEMA) has officially closed down a zero-grazing cattle project located on Plot 9, Elgon Terrace, in the affluent Upper Kololo… Read more »
Kenya: First Ladies Endorse Fossil Fuels Non-Proliferation Treaty, Champion for Renewable Energy Transition
Capital FM
The County First Ladies Association (CFA) has endorsed the Fossil Fuels Non-proliferation treaty in supporting an urgent need for action towards an equitable transition from fossil… Read more »
Kenya: Kampala-Bound Bus Catches Fire in Naivasha, No Injuries
Capital FM
A Kampala-bound bus operated by Simba Coach Company caught fire and burst into flames at Morendat, between Naivasha and the Gilgil Toll Station. Read more »
Uganda: President Museveni to Address Nation Amidst Coffee Spills and Chills
Nile Post
After a handful of missives distributed via his social media handles, President Museveni is now scheduled to address the nation in what could be a rejoinder of his stance on the… Read more »
Uganda: Uganda Looks to Bolstering Ties With Canada
Nile Post
For the first time, Uganda's High Commission in Ottawa has joined Canada's national economic tour, spotlighting the East African country's commitment to cross-continental… Read more »
Kenya: Kenya's Communications Authority Under Fire Over Lack of Consumer Protections for Data Expiries, Internet Disruptions
Capital FM
The Communications Authority of Kenya (CA) is in the spotlight over insufficient measures to protect consumers from data bundle expirations and frequent internet disruptions by… Read more »
Ethiopia: NBE Mandates Adoption of Standardized QR Codes for Digital Payments
Addis Standard
The National Bank of Ethiopia (NBE) has announced a directive mandating all payment service providers to adopt standardized QR codes for digital payments, effective 01 December,… Read more »
Ethiopia: Safaricom to Open Regional Office in Jigjiga
Reporter
Safaricom Telecommunications Ethiopia is readying to open a regional office in Jigjiga, seat of the Somali regional administration. Read more »
November 06
Ethiopia: Ethiopian Becomes First African Carrier to Own Airbus A350-1000
Ethiopian Herald
Ethiopian Airlines has become the first African carrier to receive the Airbus A350-1000, marking a historic milestone in African aviation. The airline received the advanced… Read more »
Ethiopia: Ethiopia Poised to Be Primary Beneficiary Within Brics Bloc
ENA
Ethiopia is poised to be a primary beneficiary within the BRICS bloc, Russian Ambassador to Ethiopia Evgeny Terekhin remarked. Read more »
Mauritius: Mauritius' Social Media Shutdown - a Worrying Sign That Civil Rights Are Slipping [analysis]
The Conversation Africa
Mauritius' communications regulator recently shut down access to social media platforms until a day after the upcoming general election, due to be held on 10 November 2024. The… Read more »
Somalia: U.S. Forgives $1.14 Billion Debt to Somalia's Economic Recovery
Radio Dalsan
In a move to bolster Somalia's economic recovery and stability, the United States has forgiven $1.14 billion in debt owed by Somalia. The debt cancellation, announced by US… Read more »
Uganda: Pistol Concealed in Passenger Baggage Intercepted At Entebbe Airport
Nile Post
John Bosco Twesigye, URA's NII In-Charge at Entebbe, confirmed that the firearm was found in the luggage of a passenger who had arrived from Nairobi aboard Kenya Airways on Sunday,… Read more »
Africa: Why Rwanda Leads in Affordable Internet for Africa's Digital Nomads
New Times
If you're among the many people working remotely or travelling as a digital nomad, internet speed and affordability are likely at the top of your list when picking a destination. Read more »
Ethiopia: Ethiopia in Full Swing to Launch Trade Under AfCFTA
Ethiopian Herald
Ethiopia is finalizing its national strategy to begin commodity trading under the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) agreements, announced the State Minister of Trade and… Read more »
Uganda: Museveni Directs On Grow Loans
Nile Post
President Museveni has directed the Ministry of Gender to put in place a mechanism through which money paid back from GROW loans is pooled. Read more »
Kenya: Kenya Records 4.6 Percent Digital Fraud Attempts in H1 - Transunion
Capital FM
Kenya saw a 4.6 percent rate of attempted digital fraud targeting transactions in the first half of 2024, according to TransUnion's latest H2 2024 'State of Omnichannel Fraud… Read more »
Uganda: Uganda Lagging in Digital Inclusiveness
Nile Post
Despite identifying digital transformation as a key driver in its National Development Plan III (NDP III), Uganda continues to fall behind Africa's tech giants in digital… Read more »
Kenya: Kenya's Private Sector Activity Rises in Oct On Higher Sales
Capital FM
Kenya's private sector activity saw modest improvement in October, driven by increased sales and rising client interest. Read more »
