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Africa set for stronger growth in 2025 as global prospect remains subdued- report
Alfred Onyango  |  Jan 18, 2025

The percentage of experts forecasting stronger growth for Sub-Saharan Africa has increased to 78% this year, up from 65% last year, signalling a posit...

Jobs set to boom, fade in the next five years - report
Alfred Onyango  |  Jan 15, 2025

Farmworkers top the list as the most lucrative venture over the coming half a decade, the report says.

WHO says 8 dead in suspected outbreak of Marburg virus disease in Tanzania's Kagera region
Rachael Mutabasi  |  Jan 15, 2025

The outbreak of MVD in Kagera poses a significant health concern not only for Tanzania but also for neighbouring countries, including Kenya.

Research reveals previously unknown genetic diversity of wild chimpanzees shaped by habitats
Reuters  |  Jan 11, 2025

The study found that forest-dwelling chimpanzees showed changes in genes associated with disease resistance.

Climate change: 2024 caps 'decade of deadly heat', UN says
DW News  |  Dec 31, 2024

Climate change is driven by the release of carbon dioxide and other greenhouse gases caused by the continued burning of fossil fuels.

Treasury report: China tops list of Kenya’s debt payments to external creditors
Lucy Mumbi  |  Dec 30, 2024

China received more in debt payments than multilateral lenders, including the World Bank and the African Development Bank.

New research suggests vigorous four-minute exercise can boost heart health
Charity Kilei  |  Dec 29, 2024

Physical activity supports bone health, fosters healthy muscle growth and development, and improves motor and cognitive skills in children and adolesc...

Why digital goods make up a smaller share of imports in Africa -World Bank
Alfred Onyango  |  Dec 28, 2024

The global lender attributes the smaller import share of the essential commodities to high duties and taxes that consequently increase their cost.

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...

Developing nations still off-track in poverty reduction - World Bank report
Alfred Onyango  |  Dec 24, 2024

Today, about 700 million people or 8.5 per cent of the global population, live in extreme poverty on less than $2.15 (Sh280) a day.

Cultural treasure: Uncovering secrets of Lamu's 400-year-old tombs
Farhiya Hussein  |  Dec 24, 2024

Lamu Old Town is the oldest and best-preserved Swahili settlement in East Africa, retaining its traditional functions dating back over 700 years.

World Bank staff question Ethiopia debt assessment reached with IMF, memo shows
Reuters  |  Dec 24, 2024

The authors suggest that based on the DSA, Ethiopia is facing a short-term liquidity crunch, and not a long-term solvency issue, a point of contention...

Two fencing enthusiasts on mission to make young Kenyans embrace the sport
DW News  |  Dec 22, 2024

Ndolo is a co-founder of the Kenyan Fencing Federation, which has officially been part of the World Fencing Association since 2019.

Relief for Somalia as Russia announces cancellation of $48.1 million debt
Abdirahman Khalif  |  Dec 21, 2024

With international cooperation and a commitment to reforms, Somalia is poised to rebuild its economy and improve the lives of its citizens.

Rwanda declared Marburg-free after successful containment of deadly virus
Charity Kilei  |  Dec 20, 2024

The successful containment of the virus highlights Rwanda’s commitment to building resilient health systems and preparing for future public health eme...

World Bank places Kenya among nations with highest debt burdens
Lucy Mumbi  |  Dec 18, 2024

Kenya’s debt service costs on external debt more than doubled in 2023, rising from Sh403 billion to Sh839 billion. This sharp increase was attributed...

Workers must sharpen soft skills to thrive in the age of AI - lobby
Alfred Onyango  |  Dec 21, 2024

It notes that soft skills, such as critical thinking, emotional intelligence, creativity and problem-solving, will become increasingly vital in naviga...

Congo to get Japan's mpox vaccine for children from next week, Africa CDC says
Reuters  |  Dec 13, 2024

The doses' arrival will boost hopes of curbing the outbreak, which the WHO has declared a global public health emergency.

Six nations to host 2030 World Cup as Saudi Arabia secures 2034
Reuters  |  Dec 11, 2024

FIFA has confirmed the hosts for the next two men's World Cups, with the 2030 tournament set to span six nations across three continents and Saudi Ara...

Employee engagement identified as top challenge in achieving sustainability goals -report
Alfred Onyango  |  Dec 12, 2024

The findings further suggest that traditional top-down approaches to ESG, where leadership sets goals and employees are expected to follow, are often...

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