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Kenya Leads Eastern Africa in Diaspora Inflows

Kenya continues to dominate diaspora remittances in Eastern Africa, receiving $4.8 billion in 2024, according to newly released World Bank statistics. This figure dwarfs Somalia’s $1.73 billion and Uganda’s $1.49 billion, cementing Kenya’s position as a leader in leveraging financial support from
December 30, 2024

Jimmy Carter, Former US President, Dies at 100

The 39th President of the United States and Nobel Peace Prize winner Jimmy Carter,  has died at the age of 100. He passed away peacefully on Sunday at his home in Plains, Georgia, surrounded by his family, according to a statement from
December 30, 2024

Lightning Kills Five Family Members in Chunya

five members of a pastoralist family lost their lives, and five others sustained injuries after being struck by lightning during heavy rains in Isangawane Village, Matwiga Ward, Chunya District, Mbeya Region. The incident occurred overnight on December 29, 2024, as the victims
December 30, 2024

Bodaboda Drivers Receive Training In Arusha

Entrepreneurial youth engaged in passenger transport using motorcycles, commonly known as Bodaboda, gathered at the Arusha International Conference Centre (AICC) for a special general meeting aimed at providing education on cooperatives, interest-free loans, and road safety awareness. During the event, these young
December 27, 2024

WHO Director, UN Staff Survive Yemen Airstrike

The Director-General of the World Health Organization (WHO), Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, and other UN staff narrowly escaped an airstrike by Israel at Sana’a International Airport in Yemen on Thursday. In a social media post, Tedros revealed they were preparing to board their
December 27, 2024

Tanzania’s Industrial Growth Hits 5.5% in Q3 2024

Tanzania’s industrial sector recorded a growth rate of 5.5% in the third quarter of 2024, driven by strong performances in manufacturing, particularly in industries such as beverages, tobacco, and non-metallic minerals. However, sectors like mining, textiles, and utilities lagged, showing minimal to
December 26, 2024

Tanzania’s Tax Reforms Aim for Inclusive Growth

Tanzania is embarking on an ambitious journey to reform its tax system, aiming to drive inclusive economic growth and reduce income inequality. The government, under President Samia Suluhu Hassan, has outlined several measures to expand the tax base, enhance compliance, and promote
December 26, 2024

Trump Vows to Withdraw U.S. from WHO

Donald Trump’s transition team is pushing to pull the US out of the World Health Organization on the first day of the new administration, according to experts who warn of the “catastrophic” impact it would have on global health.   Members of Trump’s
December 26, 2024
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