June 18
Africa: Qatar Steps Up Aviation Rivalry in Africa With Billion-Dollar RwandAir Stake
Qatar Airways is set to acquire a 49 percent stake in RwandAir next month, concluding nearly five years of negotiations with the East African-based carrier. Read more »
Kenya: Ukraine Proposes Kenya As Key Grain Hub Partner in Africa
Ukraine has proposed Kenya as a significant partner in establishing grain hubs for its produce at African ports, aiming to stabilise the food supply in the region. Read more »
June 17
Kenya: Kenya Airways to Lead IATA's SAF Registry
Kenya Airways has been selected as the sole African airline to lead the International Air Transport Association's (IATA) Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) Registry, a key milestone… Read more »
June 13
Kenya: Livestock Get Passport to Graze Across Borders As Kenya Signs IGAD Deal
Kenya has formalised its commitment to the Intergovernmental Authority on Development (IGAD) protocol concerning the free movement of pastoralists in border areas, a move aimed at… Read more »
June 12
Kenya: KQ Faces Second Landing Gear Incident On Same Route Less Than a Year
A Kenya Airways flight from Dubai to Juba diverted to Nairobi's Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA) after losing one of its landing gears in Sharjah, marking the second such… Read more »
June 11
Kenya: Tiny Berbera Beats Mombasa Again in WB Port Rankings
Kenya's Port of Mombasa has ranked below Berbera for the second consecutive year as East Africa's largest harbour dropped further in the latest World Bank report. Read more »
Tanzania: Private Investors Now Control 67% of Dar es Salaam Port
The Tanzanian government has handed control of its seaport to private investors, ceding the second terminal to Adani, India's largest port operator. Read more »
June 10
Kenya: CS Kuria Picks Personal Advisor to Head Govt Delivery Services
Public Service Cabinet Secretary Moses Kuria has appointed his advisor, Peter Mbae, as the head of Government Delivery Services. Read more »
June 07
Kenya: KQ Incurs Ksh9.7b to Date From Bird Strikes As KAA Falls Short
Airlines in Kenya are contending with substantial costs from bird strikes, even as millions of shillings are allocated to the Kenya Airports Authority (KAA) to mitigate the issue… Read more »
June 06
Kenya: What Next for Students That Have Secured University Spots?
The placement exercise for university admissions has concluded, marking a pivotal moment for 153,274 students who are now set to embark on their higher education journey. With this… Read more »
Somalia: Somaliland Needs to Rethink Strategy Amid Djibouti's Growing Hostility
The relationship between Djibouti and Somaliland has long been contentious, with Djibouti displaying consistent hostility towards its neighbour. Read more »
June 04
Ethiopia: Ethiopian, KQ Face Delays As FAA Halts 737 Max Production Expansion
Boeing's woes continue as the US Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) announced it will not allow the plane maker to expand production of its best-selling 737 MAX aircraft due to… Read more »
June 03
Kenya: Win for Teachers As TSC Gets Funds for Pay Deal, Job Terms Change
The Teachers Service Commission (TSC) has been allocated Sh13 billion in the financial year starting July to implement the second phase of the 2021-2025 collective bargaining… Read more »
East Africa: East African Court Faces Backlog As Members Default On Subscriptions
The East African Court of Justice (EACJ) has suspended its quarterly meeting due to a lack of operational funds, following the failure of member states to remit their… Read more »
Kenya: New AFA Chief Assumes Office Despite Court Order
Bruno Linyiru has assumed the role of director-general of the Agriculture and Food Authority (AFA), despite a court order suspending his appointment. Read more »
May 31
East Africa: Kenya Faces EAC Clash Over New Cereal Import Levy
Kenya is poised for a clash with its East African Community (EAC) partners following the introduction of a new import levy on cereals. Read more »
May 28
Kenya: Ruto Dismisses Muguka Ban By Mombasa, Kilifi Counties
President William Ruto has dismissed directives issued by Mombasa and Kilifi counties banning the trade of Muguka, a move likely to spark conflict between local and national… Read more »
Kenya: KQ Sacks Staff Over Buddy Pass Abuse, Extends Suspension
Kenya Airways has dismissed staff members found guilty of abusing the buddy pass privilege following a one-month suspension of the programme to investigate misuse claims. Read more »
May 27
Kenya: Kenya's Khat Farmers Face Ksh10m Monthly Loss Amid Mombasa Ban
Kenya's Muguka (khat) farmers face losses of at least Ksh 10 million per month following Mombasa County's ban on the sale of the stimulant in the coastal city. Read more »
May 24
Kenya: Ruto's U.S. Visit Grants Kenya Major Non-Nato Ally Status
Kenya has been designated a major non-NATO ally, marking it as the first sub-Saharan nation to receive this status. Read more »
May 23
East Africa: Comesa Reveals Thermal Power Dominance in the Region
Thermal power dominates the energy landscape in the Comesa region, commanding a share of over 76 percent, with hydro energy trailing at 24 percent, out of a total installed… Read more »
May 22
Kenya: KQ to Miss Out On Summer Sales Due to Capacity Constraints
Kenya Airways faces a turbulent period as the grounding of its second high-capacity aircraft, the Boeing 787, continues to cause costly delays and flight cancellations. Read more »
May 21
Kenya: Thousands Locked Out of KMTC Admission Due to Fierce Competition
Around two thirds of applicants aiming to study at the Kenya Medical Training College (KMTC) were denied placement following increased competition for limited slots. Read more »
Kenya: Tax Hike Is Economic Miscalculation, KAM Tells Ruto
The Kenya Association of Manufacturers (KAM) has issued a stark warning about the proposed 25 percent excise duty on vegetable oils in the Finance Bill 2024, highlighting potential… Read more »
Kenya: Kenya's Economy Grows 5.6 Percent Driven By Agricultural Recovery
Kenya's economy grew by 5.6 percent in 2023, driven by a seven percent expansion in the agriculture sector, according to the head of the national statistics office. Read more »