Author: Bashir Mbuthia

Tanzania completes construction of longest bridge in East and Central Africa May 22, 2025

The bridge spans a total length of three kilometres across Lake Victoria. It is also connected by an additional 1.66 kilometres of feeder roads

French court suspends genocide probe into Rwanda’s former First Lady over lack of evidence May 22, 2025

According to the court, there is insufficient evidence to link the 82-year-old widow of former President Juvenal Habyarimana to the genocide.

Rwanda tests AI system to modernise judicial processes and improve access to justice May 21, 2025

Developed by local technology company IST Legal, the platform is designed to assist lawyers, prosecutors, judges, and legal researchers with services...

Jubaland and Puntland leaders to meet in Nairobi for talks on alliance against Somali President Hassan May 21, 2025

Once political adversaries, Saeed and Ahmed have decided to settle their differences and work together to challenge President Hassan, who returned to...

IGAD welcomes Kamil El-Tayeb’s appointment as Sudan’s PM, urges inclusive dialogue May 21, 2025

The position had remained unfilled since January 2022, when civilian leader Abdalla Hamdok resigned in the wake of a military coup orchestrated by al-...

Tanzania cuts tourism licensing fees to boost local investment and conservation efforts May 21, 2025

Tourism Minister Pindi Chana announced additional measures, such as waiving park entry fees for licensed tour guides, adding that all payments will no...

Muhoozi praises Uganda MPs for passing controversial Bill allowing military trials for civilians May 21, 2025

Opponents of the Bill argue that its passage violates a January 31 Supreme Court ruling, which declared the trial of civilians in military courts unco...

ActionAid warns of crisis as austerity slashes African health, education workers’ pay May 21, 2025

Across the six countries surveyed, an average of 40 per cent of teachers reported a reduction in income, while 34 per cent said the increased workload...

Ex-DRC PM Augustin Matata jailed for 10 years with forced labour over graft scandal May 21, 2025

He allegedly colluded with former DRC Central Bank Governor Deogratias Mutombo to illegally divert funds set aside for an agricultural project aimed a...

Zanzibar begins Sh516.73 billion Pemba Airport expansion project May 20, 2025

Upon completion, large aircraft will be able to fly straight to Pemba Island, eliminating the need for travellers to land in Unguja first before takin...

Kenyan woman arrested in India with Sh238 million liquid cocaine hidden in lotion bottles May 20, 2025

The contraband was found hidden inside two bottles of moisturising lotion found in her luggage following an intelligence tip-off. Liquid cocaine close...

UK, France, Canada threaten sanctions against Israel over Gaza war May 20, 2025

The three countries criticised Israel's ongoing military operations in Gaza, describing the level of human suffering as intolerable.

Kenya Fencing Federation suspends Alexandra Ndolo over misconduct claims May 20, 2025

This follows a formal complaint filed by Ndolo on February 26, in which she raised serious concerns about the Federation's financial transparency and...

Safari Rally legend Mike Doughty dies at 88 May 20, 2025

Doughty passed away at the Aga Khan Hospital in Nairobi on Monday, bringing an end to a decorated career in rallying that spanned over a decade.

Rainfall to persist throughout the week across Kenya, weatherman warns May 20, 2025

Rainfall will persist in parts of the Central Highlands, Lake Victoria Basin, the Rift Valley, Coast, Western and North-Western Kenya.

Rwanda seeks to become UN Hub in Africa amid agency relocation plans May 20, 2025

The Rwandese government also offered to provide office facilities and essential services, along with a full package of privileges, immunities and tax...

Amnesty blasts Kenya's Saudi envoy over dismissal of migrant abuse report May 19, 2025

In a statement on Monday, Amnesty expressed shock at Ruwange's utterances, made in a Facebook post on May 17, in which he dismissed the findings of th...

Natembeya to spend night in custody ahead of Tuesday court appearance over Sh1.4bn graft allegations May 19, 2025

Natembeya was arrested in Kilimani, Nairobi, on Monday after detectives from the Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) raided his home in Kital...

12 killed as drone strike accidentally hits Somali militia fighting Al-Shabaab May 19, 2025

The Ma'wisley are a network of allied self-defence militias that have been instrumental in the fight against the Al-Shabaab in Somalia. Their name com...

Nominated Senator Gloria Orwoba expelled from UDA over alleged disloyalty May 19, 2025

Hassan Omar further stated that Orwoba will no longer be entitled to any privileges reserved for UDA members and is no longer authorised to represent...

Tanzania opposition leader Tundu Lissu to remain in police custody until June May 19, 2025

Dressed in a white T-shirt bearing the message "No Reforms No Election" in sky-blue letters, he addressed supporters outside the court on Monday, sayi...

Gachagua dares gov't to arrest him amid allegations of political incitement May 19, 2025

Gachagua also stated that he has not received any official summons from any government agency regarding his remarks, but affirmed that he would comply...

COMESA eyes a united response to US trade tariffs impacting member states May 18, 2025

COMESA's announcement comes ahead of planned meetings later this month by SADC and the East African Community, where trade ministers will discuss how...

Rwandan refugees return home as M23 offensive escalates in eastern Congo, says UNHCR May 18, 2025

The three-year M23 insurgency in the eastern DRC intensified in January with the M23 rebels, largely made up of Tutsi fighters, seizing control of mor...

Sudan tops global displacement record with 11.6m forced from homes amid escalating conflict May 18, 2025

The power struggle, initially concentrated in Khartoum and Darfur, has since spread to several regions, leaving destruction, loss of life and widespre...

Kindiki dismisses Gachagua’s 2027 violence warning as irresponsible, assures peaceful polls May 18, 2025

Kindiki criticised opposition leaders who are already focusing on the 2027 elections, arguing that the country cannot remain in a constant state of po...

Uganda Airlines launches direct Entebbe-London flights to boost trade and tourism May 18, 2025

The flights will be operated on the modern Airbus A330-800neo, offering enhanced comfort and efficiency for long-distance travel.

Gachagua U-turns on ‘empty coffers’ claim, blames Ruto’s leadership for Kenya Kwanza failures May 18, 2025

Gachagua said that Ruto's constant reshuffling of the Cabinet is an attempt to distract Kenyans from his own administrative failures.

Makuto: What Kenya can learn from Rwanda’s professional volleyball system May 16, 2025

Kenyan international Elphas Makuto has lauded Rwanda’s professional volleyball structure after a successful season with Rwanda National Police VC, urg...

Rwanda’s medical cannabis project at 83 per cent completion, government says May 15, 2025

Rwanda legalised the use of cannabis for medical purposes in 2021, but recreational use of the drug remains prohibited.

Kenya leads Africa in nurse migration to US, new report shows May 15, 2025

In comparison, Ghana and Nigeria contribute 3.7 per cent and 4.7 per cent of the applications, respectively.

Kenya pledges helicopters, surveillance units and training teams to boost UN peace efforts May 15, 2025

Tuya further announced that Kenya would contribute critical military infrastructure—including helicopters and surveillance units—as part of its expand...

Ramaphosa slams White South African asylum seekers as ‘cowards’ May 15, 2025

According to Ramaphosa, the asylum seekers were uncomfortable with ongoing efforts to address apartheid-era injustices in South Africa, calling their...

Tanzania’s Vice President Philip Mpango to retire from public service May 15, 2025

Looking back on his journey, Dr Mpango expressed a sense of satisfaction, adding that he believes it is the right moment to make way for young and cap...

Most Kenyans now get their news from social media - MCK report May 15, 2025

According to MCK, 37 per cent of respondents rely on social media for news updates. Television follows at 32 per cent, while 26 per cent of Kenyans tu...

High Court suspends Gachagua's impeachment case, awaits fresh direction from CJ Koome May 15, 2025

Deputy Chief Justice Philomena Mwilu had initially appointed a three-judge bench to preside over the matter. However, the Court of Appeal ruled that o...

Court hears wife of late marathoner Samson Kandie paid goons to assault him May 14, 2025

Kandie, 53, was found unconscious at his Elgon View residence on October 2, 2024. Both his hands and legs had been bound with rope, suggesting possibl...

Proposed law in Uganda aims to block funding for parties not engaging in political dialogue May 14, 2025

The goal is to discourage parties from avoiding platforms like the NCF and IPOD, which promote political dialogue, tolerance and peaceful coexistence...

Tanzania arrests 30 Ethiopians in ongoing crackdown on illegal immigrants May 14, 2025

The arrests of the suspects, who remain in custody pending arraignment, come just weeks after a Tanzanian truck driver was prosecuted and fined in Zam...

Gachagua to unveil Democracy for Citizens Party, official launch set for Thursday May 14, 2025

Additional reports indicate that Gachagua has settled on green, brown and black as the outfit's official party colours while its logo features a hand...

President Ruto postpones tour of Ukambani region May 14, 2025

The visit was slated to commence on Wednesday, May 21. Ruto was set to inspect major development projects such as Konza City, Thwake Dam and Wote Stad...

African Union aims for 60 per cent local vaccine production by 2040 May 14, 2025

As it stands, Africa manufactures just one per cent of the vaccines it requires, a shortfall that limits the continent's ability to respond swiftly to...

Kagame urges Africa to ditch aid dependence after US cuts, calls for self-reliance May 13, 2025

Kagame emphasised that partnerships, whether between African countries or with international partners, should be based on mutual benefit, not on one s...

UDA to conduct repeat grassroots elections in Mombasa, Tana River on May 17 May 13, 2025

The announcement comes just four days after UDA officially opened the online registration portal for its Phase II Ward-level Grassroots Elections.

Bobi Wine presses EU to act on Uganda’s human rights violations May 13, 2025

NUP President Robert 'Bobi Wine' Kyaluganyi revealed that the party raised their concerns about gross human rights violations with the representatives...

WFP warns 52 million people face severe hunger crisis in West and Central Africa May 13, 2025

Nearly three million individuals are expected to face emergency levels of hunger, while an estimated 2,600 people in Mali could experience catastrophi...

Uganda to deduct traffic fines from salaries of government officials May 13, 2025

Additionally, should government officials fail to pay the fines within six months, their vehicles will be auctioned by the state. According to Obiye,...

UDA calls Gachagua’s resignation 'theatrics', says he was already removed from party May 12, 2025

In a resignation letter dated May 12, 2025 and addressed to the party's secretary-general, Gachagua accused UDA of dishonesty, claiming its manifesto...

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