November 19
Kenya: Ruto Promises Performance-Driven Culture in Govt to Honour Public Trust
Capital FM
President William Ruto has committed to fostering a performance-driven culture in his government to ensure effective delivery of his administration's agenda. Read more »
Uganda: Death Toll in Kamwenge-Fort Portal Road Accident Rises
Nile Post
The death toll from the Kamwenge-Fort Portal road accident has risen to two, according to updates from the Kamwenge Mobile Market Traders Association (KMMTA) chairperson. Read more »
Kenya: COP29 Scores Big With Breakthrough On Carbon Credits Amid Calls for Increased Climate Finance
Capital FM
COP29 in Baku has marked a historic step forward with the establishment of a global carbon market under Article 6.4 of the Paris Agreement. Read more »
Kenya: Kenya's West Rift Farmers Get Low Bonuses Due to Minimum Price Policy
Business Day Africa
Farmers in Kenya's west of the Rift received the lowest bonus for the 2023/24 financial year as earnings were dented by unsold tea stockpiles at the Mombasa auction, industry data… Read more »
Uganda: Experts Decry Low Mortgage Uptake
Nile Post
The 6th edition of the NBS Housing Baraza has been launched at the Next Media Park, attracting key players in Uganda's real estate and housing sectors. Read more »
Africa: Kenya Airways CEO Allan Kilavuka Appointed New Africa's Airlines Association Chairperson
Capital FM
Kenya Airways CEO Mr Allan Kilavuka has been appointed the new Africa's Airline Association (AFRAA) Chairperson. Mr. Kilavuka assumed the role of Chairperson of the African… Read more »
November 18
Tanzania: President Orders Inspection After Kariakoo Building Deaths
Daily News
PRESIDENT Samia Suluhu Hassan has ordered a thorough inspection of all buildings in the Kariakoo area, directing authorities to provide a comprehensive report on their condition… Read more »
Tanzania: Survivors Narrate Ordeal
Daily News
AS rescue teams continued with efforts to rescue people trapped under the rubbles of a collapsed building in Kariakoo, Dar es Salaam, survivors recounted the harrowing details of… Read more »
Tanzania: Emergency Crews Continue Rescue Ops in Deadly Dar es Salaam Building Collapse
allAfrica
November 16 building collapse leaves 13 people dead Read more »
Rwanda: Central Bank Governor Rwangombwa Explains Lending Rate Decisions to Parliamentarians
New Times
The Governor of the National Bank of Rwanda (BNR), John Rwangombwa, has said that when the bank raises its lending rate, it affects interbank rate, but not that at which banks… Read more »
Uganda: Govt to Relocate Thousands to Clear Way for Nuclear Plant in Buyende
Nile Post
Concerns about compensation for affected residents were raised during a stakeholders' consultative meeting Read more »
Sudan: Finance Minister Renews Government's Concern With Addressing War Repercussions
SNA
Minister of Finance and Economic Planning Dr. Gebriel Ibrahim renewed the government's interest in addressing the repercussions of the war and its effects on the citizen and… Read more »
Somalia: Mine Explosion in Somalia's Lower Shabelle Kills Three, Injures One
Shabelle
A vehicle carrying civilians struck a landmine in the Doonka area between Wanlaweyn and Afgooye districts in Somalia's Lower Shabelle region, resulting in the death of three… Read more »
Kenya: Governors Warn of Total Shutdown Should Parliament Fail to Agree On Funds
Capital FM
The Council of Governors (COG) has warned that the delay in disbursement of funds to devolved units could disrupt service delivery and cripple operations in counties across the… Read more »
Uganda: 170,000 Coffee Farmers So Far Registered Ahead of EU Deadline
Nile Post
Government has registered 170,000 coffee farmers in just two weeks as part of a nationwide effort to comply with the European Union's new coffee trade regulations. Read more »
Uganda: President Museveni, Speaker Among Team Up to Tackle Poverty in Serere
Nile Post
President Museveni has previously defended Among against criticism, stating that the real problem facing Uganda is "traitors working for foreigners" rather than individuals like… Read more »
Uganda: Bobi Wine Losing Support Due to Lack of Clear Message, Says NRM's Mulindwa
Nile Post
Speaking on Sanyuka TV on Monday, Mulindwa forecasted a significant drop in the National Unity Platform's (NUP) influence in the 2026 general elections, particularly in Buganda. Read more »
Africa: Africa Topples Asia, Europe, Us As Africa's Preferred Trade Market
Independent (Kampala)
African businesses increasingly prefer to trade across the continent's borders over out-of-the-continent markets like Asia, the US, and Europe, due to a rising quality of… Read more »
Kenya: KEMSA's Technology and Smart Net Distribution Project Honored At Global Health Supply Chain Summit
Capital FM
The Kenya Medical Supplies Authority (KEMSA) has received global recognition at the Global Health Supply Chain Summit (GHSCS) in Lagos, Nigeria, for its pioneering Integrated… Read more »
Uganda: One Dead, 29 Injured in Kamwenge-Fort Portal Road Accident
Nile Post
One person was killed and 29 others injured in a Sunday morning accident on the Kamwenge-Fort Portal road in Kamwenge district. Read more »
November 17
Africa: Agrishare App Wins Gold At Digital Impact Awards Africa
Nile Post
AgriShare App has won a gold medal in the consumer goods and services digital excellence during the Digital Impact Awards Africa in Kampala. Read more »
Uganda: Corporate Entities Should Seek Beyond Profits, Must Become Anchors in Communities
Nile Post
In today's rapidly evolving business landscape, companies have the opportunity and responsibility to impact more than just the bottom line. Read more »
Uganda: Kabale District Engineer Appeals for Increased Road Maintenance Funding
Nile Post
Kabale District Engineer, Eng. Januario Turinawe Bagamuhunda, has urged the central government to boost the road maintenance fund allocation to the district. This comes amid… Read more »
Ethiopia: Enhancing Workforce Capacity to Increasing Productivity
Ethiopian Herald
Captivating citizens with the required training that the market demands pays off in many ways. Aside from building individuals' knowledge and skills in specific areas and making… Read more »
November 15
Sudan: Economist - 'New Central Bank of Sudan Measure Encourages Illegal Currency Trade'
Dabanga
Last week, the Central Bank of Sudan (CBoS) announced the issuance of a new banknote of SDG1,000 as part of its efforts to improve the security standards for banknotes and achieve… Read more »
