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ODM Faces Deep Rift Ahead Kenya 2027 Elections

Tensions within Kenya’s Orange Democratic Movement are escalating as the party grapples with internal divisions just over a year away from the 2027 general elections. What was once a united opposition is now split into rival factions, exposing differences over strategy, alliances,
February 19, 2026

Kagame Plans Church Tax to Curb Exploitation

Rwandan President Paul Kagame has announced a proposal to introduce a tax on church collections, responding to growing concerns about the exploitation of vulnerable populations by some religious leaders. Kagame highlighted the rapid increase in churches across Rwanda, many of which have
August 24, 2024

Kenya Confirms Second Mpox Case, Border Alert

Kenya has confirmed its second case of Mpox, identified at the Malaba One Stop Border Post in Busia County. The patient, a middle-aged truck driver, exhibited symptoms after entering Kenya from the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), an area currently grappling with
August 24, 2024

Kenyan Traders Oppose New Import Levies

Kenyan traders are protesting the government’s decision to impose new levies on cereals, legumes, herbs, and tubers, arguing that these measures violate regional trade agreements. According to the new policy enacted by the Agriculture and Food Authority (AFA), a 2% levy will
August 23, 2024

EAC Pushes for Intra Regional Trade Growth

The private sector is being urged to rally behind the motto “Buy East African, Build East Africa.” This appeal was made by EAC Secretary General Veronica Nduva during a roundtable event held for chief executive officers of major companies affiliated with the
August 23, 2024

Tanzania Bolsters Strategic Partnership with China

Tanzania is intensifying its collaboration with China in the realms of industrialization, agriculture, and the blue economy as the country gears up for its post-2025 development vision. This strategic direction was emphasized by Prof. Kitila Mkumbo, the Minister of State in the
August 23, 2024

Putin Names Swahili-speaking Envoy To Nairobi Mission.

Russian President Vladimir Putin appoints Vsevolod Tkachenko, a seasoned diplomat with over 40 years of experience, as Russia’s new ambassador to Kenya. This move signals Moscow’s growing interest in a region that houses the UN’s sole headquarters in the southern hemisphere. Mr.
August 21, 2024

Gabon’s Interim Leader Implements Travel Restrictions

Gabon‘s temporary leader, who took control in a coup a year ago, has prohibited members of his interim government from vacationing abroad. General Oligui Nguema has also capped the holiday leave for government officials at one week maximum. These fresh limitations were
August 21, 2024

Putin’s State Visit Strengthens Russia-Azerbaijan Ties

The President of Russia, Vladimir Putin, is currently on a two-day state visit to Azerbaijan. Discussions  focused on advancing the strategic partnership and allied relations between Russia and Azerbaijan, along with addressing current international and regional issues. Accordng to Russian President Vladimir
August 19, 2024

Zambia Backs Tanzania in SADC Leadership Transition

Zambia has expressed strong support for Tanzania as it prepares to take over the chairmanship of the Southern African Development Community (SADC) Organ on Politics, Defense, and Security Affairs for the 2023/2024 term. This assurance was given by Zambian President Hakainde Hichilema
August 17, 2024
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