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The two countries signed a political consultation deal which enables them to engage in regular discussions and exchange views on matters of mutual interest
The resolution, adopted by the assembly with 143 votes in favour and nine against (including the US and Israel), with 25 abstentions, does not grant full UN membership to Palestine but recognizes its...
SSOMA expressed disappointment with the Kenyan mediation process, citing concerns over the venue's safety and the lack of response to their request for talks to continue in Rome.
The senior Kenyan foreign policy official emphasised Kenya’s commitment to fostering cordial and closer cooperation with Kinshasa, reaffirming respect for the territorial integrity and sovereignty of...
Mudavadi's visit to Kinshasa coincides with heightened tensions between the two capitals and aims to engage his counterpart, Christophe Lutundula.
By eliminating unnecessary and costly protocol receptions, President Faye seeks to promote economic efficiency in the West African country.
The national carrier will resume its daily fights to the DRC capital on Wednesday.
Foreign Principal Secretary Korir Sing’oei made the announcement on Monday, saying Nairobi engaged in vigorous diplomatic efforts.
The OIC also emphasised the need for an immediate, permanent, and unconditional ceasefire.
At least nine people, including seven children, were killed in the Friday, May 3, strike.
US strongly condemned the attack that claimed nine lives on May 3 this year.
In early April, Parliament vetted 26 out of 27 nominees and forwarded the names to the head of state for official appointment.
Somalia's Fawzia Yusuf Fawzia believes she has a good chance of winning the contest against Kenya's Raila Odinga.
The system provides effective protection of valuable assets and first-class defence for forces located in the combat area.
In the regional context, none of the eight East African Community partner states had ever had a woman service commander until President Ruto's appointment.
In February 2022, just months before the highly anticipated presidential election, Kenyan Deputy President William Ruto, now President, drew criticism from Congolese online communities for remarks dee...
With over 32 years of service, she initially enlisted in 1983 and served under the Women's Service Corps.
These falsified documents indicated the funds were intended for construction and water drilling projects.
The African Union in February reiterated its demand for a permanent seat at the UN Security Council to "adapt to present geopolitical realities and emerging threats.".
The Somali presidency said the meeting focused on enhancing strategic cooperation in areas of mutual interest.
A delegation from the Juba government, led by Albino Mathem, the country’s presidential envoy, arrived in Nairobi on Tuesday, ahead of the scheduled talks.
Museveni accused the bank of emphasising profit-driven agendas and prioritising loans for seminars at the expense of Africa's development.
This announcement from the outspoken president caught some members of his government off guard.
It comes as South Sudan prepares for its first post-independence elections scheduled for December this year, but uncertainty looms over whether the election will take place.
This is Uhuru Kenyatta's second such appointment in a year, the first one being in Nigeria.
Botswana cited immigration challenges, particularly in its neighbourhood, as the reason for refusing the request.
KQ stated that it cannot continue flights without sufficient personnel.
Faki condemned external interference and reiterated AU's demand for 'foreign countries' to cease the supply of weapons to the belligerents.
In the draft "Nairobi IDA Communique" to be deliberated upon, African leaders will outline urgent priorities for IDA's upcoming three-year funding cycle.
He noted the need for the commencement of political dialogue as the most viable means to address the issues in the contested areas, as outlined in the COHA.
The opposition faction alleged that top government officials have been using the 2018 peace agreement to consolidate power and enrich themselves.
A US federal appeals court recently dismissed a lawsuit targeting Apple, Google, Tesla, and other tech giants
The changes come at a time when there is an ongoing transitional period in South Sudan, which was extended by the parties to the peace agreement in August 2022.
This milestone event follows months of turmoil stemming from gang violence and signals the initial phase in the establishment of a new government.
The Kenyan nationals were apprehended in possession of 28 submachine guns and 801 rounds of ammunition in Moroto and sentenced in April last year.
The signing of the investment memorandum and agreement follows last month's bilateral investment cooperation announcement aimed at fortifying the digital infrastructure sector in Kenya.
Jamaica joins a list that includes some 140 UN member states and the 11 Caribbean Community (CARICOM) countries.
The UAE says it does not interfere in the internal affairs of other countries and remains committed to a peaceful resolution.
The agreement aims to ensure steady economic benefits and establish a legal framework for miraa trade between the two neighbouring countries.
Somalia and Serbia share similarities where Kosovo and Somaliland are concerned, as the latter two have both unilaterally declared their independence.
President William Ruto in late March appointed Sumbeiywo as the Chief Mediator for the South Sudan mediation peace process.
Belgium's refusal to accredit Kagame-appointed envoy Vincent Karega technically means that Kigali is not diplomatically represented at the highest level in Brussels.
Belgian envoy Roxane de Bilderling says more should be done to hold Rwanda to account amid an escalating crisis in eastern DRC.
Somalia also boasts the longest coastline of over 3,000km in Africa, linking the continent to the Arab Peninsula.
President William Ruto, the commander-in-chief of the Kenyan Defence Forces, ordered an immediate military probe.
Ramaphosa met with key South Sudanese actors, including President Salva Kiir, and his first deputy Riek Machar, to receive updates on the peace agreements implementation.
The Cabinet issued the decision without specifying the reasons behind the dismissal.
Since April 2023, more than 8.5 million people have been forcibly displaced due to fighting.
South Sudan faces monumental hurdles as it strives to navigate towards democratic elections amidst a backdrop of entrenched conflict, humanitarian crises, and institutional frailty.