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Global hunger crisis deepens as major nations skimp on aid
Reuters  |  Dec 25, 2024

The U.N. also will end 2024 having raised about 46% of the $49.6 billion it sought for humanitarian aid across the globe, its own data shows. It’s the...

Public officials risk penalties for failing to declare gifts exceeding Sh20,000 - EACC
Lucy Mumbi  |  Dec 15, 2024

As public scrutiny grows, the EACC has continued to emphasise the need for compliance, aiming to ensure transparency and integrity within public servi...

What to expect from the Forum on China-Africa Cooperation Summit
Reuters  |  Sep 05, 2024

China approved loans worth $4.61 billion to Africa last year, the first annual increase since 2016.

China's lending to Africa rises for first time in seven years, study shows
Reuters  |  Aug 29, 2024

Africa secured more than $10 billion in loans a year from China between 2012-2018, thanks to President Xi Jinping's Belt and Road Initiative,

Faras, partners distribute food to Kamukunji flood victims
Abdirahman Khalif  |  May 25, 2024

Residents from informal settlements including Kiambiu, Motherland, Mugunda, Kinyago, Kanuku, Kitui, and Kasilili villages gathered at Zawadi Primary S...

Zimbabwe drought: Cabinet says more than half of population will need food aid
Reuters  |  May 15, 2024

Zimbabwe is among the worst-hit countries by the El Nino-induced drought in Southern Africa, with Zambia and Malawi also facing food shortages this ye...

India sends food, medicine in support of Kenya's flood victims
Mary Wambui  |  May 14, 2024

The donation comes amidst the government's pleas for assistance from local and international partners.

Eastleigh volunteers join hands in donating essentials to flood victims
Hanifa Adan  |  May 12, 2024

They gave clothes, sanitary towels, shoes, mattresses, and blankets to at least 40 families from the Mukuru kwa Njenga and Kware areas.

BBS Mall distributes food items to Kamukunji residents affected by floods 
Abdirahman Khalif  |  May 11, 2024

Dalmar Abdi, the Head of Marketing and Communication Officer of BBS Mall, emphasised that recipients were carefully verified to ensure assistance reac...

UAE sends relief food for Kenya’s flood victims
John Mbati  |  May 02, 2024

"The Government of Kenya conveys its sincere appreciation and calls upon other friends of Kenya to stand with us during this flooding emergency."

Kenya floods: Raila criticises Ruto govt for lack of preparedness
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Apr 30, 2024

The opposition leader says the government is failing yet it presents itself as a champion of climate change issues.

Canadian-Ethiopian musician The Weeknd gives WFP $2m for Gaza
Amina Wako  |  Apr 30, 2024

The donation will provide vital relief to thousands of Palestinian families struggling with hunger amid the conflict with Israel.

China gives over Sh370 million in flood relief for Mathare school children
Barack Oduor  |  Jun 01, 2024

The donation comprises 2,040 metric tonnes of rice valued at over Sh360 million and Sh13 million in cash.

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