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 »

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 »

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 »

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 »

Africa: New UAE Visa Rules Set to Hit African Travellers, Airlines

The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has introduced stringent measures to deter individuals from entering the Gulf nation as visitors and subsequently working without the necessary… Read more »

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 »

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 »

Southern Africa: Qatar Airways Set for Major Southern Africa Airline Acquisition

Qatar Airways is poised to unveil its acquisition of a prominent airline in Southern Africa, a major move poised to significantly influence the aviation landscape within the… Read more »

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 »

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 »

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 »

Rwanda: Ruto Orders KTDA Management Fee Cut Amid Legal Disputes

President William Ruto has issued a directive to the Kenya Tea Development Agency (KTDA) to slash its management fee, reigniting a contentious debate in the wake of an ongoing… Read more »

Uganda: Uganda to Import Fuel Directly, Cutting Reliance On Kenyan Marketers

Uganda will now have the capacity to directly import fuel from producing nations, diminishing its reliance on Kenyan marketers, following a bilateral meeting in Nairobi. Read more »

Africa: Cable Cuts Expose Vulnerabilities in Africa's Internet Infrastructure

The vulnerability of East Africa's countries was starkly revealed once again in the aftermath of the damage inflicted upon an undersea cable, leading to widespread internet outages… Read more »

Kenya: Understanding Kenya's Regulations On State Officers' Offshore Bank Accounts

Did you know that public officers seeking to operate bank accounts outside Kenya are required get clearance from the ethics watchdog in compliance with law? Read more »

Kenya: Ruto's Directive to Impact Tea Exporters' Margins

Multinational tea exporters are bracing for impact as the government announces plans to prohibit shipping of bulk tea, a move aimed at preserving the distinct identity of Kenyan… Read more »

Africa: Experts Push for Organic Fertilisers to Revive Africa's Soil Health

Large-scale adoption of organic fertilisers instead of synthetic ones could be the linchpin in revitalising Africa's soil health, achieving food security, and bolstering ecological… Read more »

Kenya: New KCC Starts Search for New MD As Nixon Sigey's Term Ends

New KCC has advertised for the position of a managing director as Nixon Sigey's term comes to an end after serving for three terms and five months. Read more »

Ethiopia: Djibouti Hit As Ethiopia Shifts Transit Cargo to Port of Lamu

Djibouti faces a major setback as Ethiopia shifts its transit cargo operations to the Port of Lamu, providing a substantial boost to the LAPSSET project. Read more »

Kenya: Kenyan MPs Shield Minister, Ignite Corruption Claims

A covert maneuover has emerged, shedding light on the inner workings of the Kenya Kwanza government's efforts to shield Agriculture Cabinet Secretary Mithika Linturi from… Read more »