November 04
Uganda: Minister Nankabirwa Advocates for Equitable Energy Transition
Nile Post
As a key player in Uganda's energy sector, Nankabirwa has been vocal about the need for sustainable energy solutions and equitable access to energy. Read more »
Uganda: New UN Data Highlights Impact of Unpaid Care On Women's Economic Opportunities Worldwide
Nile Post
This data, shared on the UN's X account, underscores the far-reaching impact of unpaid care work on women's economic opportunities and well-being. Read more »
November 03
Ethiopia: Addis Ababa Set to Elevate Conference Tourism With Enriched Attractions
ENA
Addis Ababa, Ethiopia's vibrant capital, known as the "political capital of Africa," is positioned to enhance its standing as a premier destination for conference tourism. As the… Read more »
Kenya: Nairobi to Gain More Water As Tunnel Nears Completion
Capital FM
Residents of Nairobi City will soon enjoy increased supply of clean drinking water as the Northern Collector Tunnel in Murang'a is near completion, President William Ruto has… Read more »
Ethiopia: Ethiopia's Economy Has Continued in Tangible Progress
Ethiopian Herald
Recently, the 6th House of People's Representatives conducted its 4th year's 3rd regular meeting. On the occasion, Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed (PhD) gave a response to questions… Read more »
Uganda: Minister Oboth Helps Distribute Tricycles and Wheelchairs to PWDs in Tororo
Nile Post
The Minister of Defence and Veteran Affairs, Jacob Oboth Oboth has distributed 50 tricycles and wheelchairs to Persons Living with Disabilities in Tororo District. Read more »
Uganda: Johnnie Walker Launches the Gift of Big Flavor Gifting Campaign
Nile Post
Johnnie Walker Uganda has officially launched its 2024 Gifting Campaign- The Gift of Big Flavor, with a grand opening of a Gifting Studio at Village Mall in Bugolobi. Read more »
November 02
Uganda: Museveni's 'Intimidation Tactics' Spark Outrage Among MPs Over Coffee Bill
Nile Post
The President on Friday vowed to deal a crushing below on those opposing his government's decision to push the coffee authority under the agriculture ministry Read more »
Africa: Inside Rwanda's Rise As Sub-Saharan Africa's Leader in Alternative Dispute Resolution
New Times
Rwanda has emerged as a leader in Sub-Saharan Africa, excelling in Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR), according to the World Bank's Business Ready (B-Ready) report which… Read more »
Rwanda: Four Most Common Misconceptions About Electric Vehicles in Rwanda
New Times
Despite Rwanda's commitment to promoting eco-friendly transportation (green transport) and reducing carbon emissions, several misconceptions continue to cloud the adoption of… Read more »
November 01
Ethiopia: No War to Access Sea, Says Ethiopia Prime Minister
VOA
As the dispute between Somalia and Ethiopia over sea access escalates, Ethiopia's prime minister on Thursday said his country was seeking access to the Red Sea "through peaceful… Read more »
Ethiopia: PM Abiy Hails Recent Macroeconomic Reforms As Foundation for an Era of Sustainable Growth Amid 'Unintended' Outcomes
Addis Standard
Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed touted the success of the macroeconomic reforms introduced in late July by his administration during a parliamentary session on 31 October, 2024. He… Read more »
Kenya: Kenyans Applaud Government On Electricity Provision, but Many Rural and Poor Households Still Lack Access to the Grid
Afrobarometer
Majority of citizens support investment in wind and solar technologies, even if it leads to higher electricity prices. Read more »
Uganda: Museveni Appoints Kiwanda National Chairman of Consultative Forum.
Nile Post
President Museveni has appointed Kiwanda as the National Chairman of the Consultative Forum, a constitutional body that brings together all political parties with representation in… Read more »
Uganda: Death Toll in Kigogwa Fuel Tanker Fire Reaches 31
Nile Post
The number of people who died following an explosion of a fuel tanker at Kigogwa along the Kampala- Bombo road in Wakiso district has reached 31. Read more »
Kenya: Ruto Pledges Inclusive Development As Kindiki Takes Over As Deputy President
Capital FM
President William Ruto has pledged that his government will not leave any region behind in its development agenda, despite their voting patterns in the last election. Read more »
Kenya: I Will Be Faithful and Loyal to You - DP Kindiki Assures President Ruto
Capital FM
Deputy President Kithure Kindiki has pledged to do his best in his new role, assuring President William Ruto that he will not let him down. Read more »
Kenya: Court Upholds SRC's Decision to Cut Medical Interns Monthly Stipends
Capital FM
The High Court of Kenya has upheld the Salaries and Remuneration Commission(SRC) Directive to adjust the monthly stipend of medical interns. Read more »
October 31
Kenya: Govt Secures U.S.$605 million IMF Loan
Capital FM
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has approved a disbursement of Sh78 billion (US$605 million) to assist Kenya in bolstering its fiscal and external buffers and enhancing… Read more »
Kenya: Kenya's Sugar Directorate Set for Autonomy After Senate Passes Bill
Business Day Africa
Kenya's Sugar Directorate is poised to gain autonomy after the Senate passed the Sugar Bill 2023, setting it on track to become the Kenya Sugar Board once again. Read more »
Ethiopia: U.S. Government Renovates Mental Health and Psychosocial Support Unit At Axum University [press release]
U.S. Embassy Addis Ababa
The United States Government, through its Agency for International Development (USAID), inaugurated a newly renovated Mental Health and Psychosocial Support unit at Axum… Read more »
Uganda: Airtel Money Climaxes the Vroomula Amajja Campaign, Rewarding Over 6000 Customers and Driving Digital Transformation
Independent (Kampala)
Airtel Mobile Commerce Uganda Limited(AMCUL) has today finalized the three-month nationwide rewards campaign, Vroomula Amajja, a transformative initiative designed to reward Airtel… Read more »
Kenya: A New Era of Premium Tequila in Kenya - Don Julio 1942 and the Rise of Luxury Spirits
Capital FM
For years, tequila carried a reputation for harshness--a drink downed quickly at the club, often leading to regrettable hangovers the next morning. This, however, was the story of… Read more »
October 30
Kenya: Authorities Deny Call Monitoring Allegations
Capital FM
The Director of Criminal Investigations (DCI), Mohamed Amin, has denied allegations that detectives are colluding with mobile service providers to conduct unauthorized tracking and… Read more »
Kenya: Law Society Protests Against Supreme Court's Finance Act Ruling
Capital FM
The Law Society of Kenya (LSK) has expressed dissatisfaction with the Supreme Court's ruling overturning the decision by the Court of Appeal to quash the Finance Act 2023. Read more »
