Kenya’s Finance Minister Nominee Advocates for Self-Reliance Amid IMF Support
By Judy Maina NAIROBI — In a parliamentary session on Saturday, John Mbadi, the nominee for Kenya’s finance minister, emphasized the importance of the International...
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Kenyan Ex-UN Envoy Criticizes U.S. Over Governance ‘Lecturing’ Amid Vetting of Cabinet Nominees
By Judy Maina NAIROBI — A former Kenyan diplomat has sharply criticized the U.S. government for what he describes as an unwelcome “lecture” on governance...
Blessings in Disguise? South Sudan’s Stalled Talks May Still Foster Stability
By Judy Maina NAIROBI—Although the latest round of peace talks in Nairobi has collapsed, South Sudan’s prospects for stability remain intact due to significant progress...
Suicide Bombing and Gun Attack on Mogadishu Beach Kills 32
MOGADISHU — A devastating suicide bombing and gun attack on Lido Beach in Somalia’s capital has claimed at least 32 lives and left many more...
Ethiopian PM Reports Ongoing Negotiations with Amhara Rebels
ADDIS ABABA — Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed disclosed on Friday that his government is engaged in negotiations with various armed factions in the Amhara...
Turkish Foreign Minister to Visit Ethiopia Amid Tensions with Somalia
ADDIS ABABA- Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan will visit Ethiopia on Friday for crucial discussions with Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed and Foreign Minister Taye...
Ethiopia Expects Creditors to Restructure $4.9 Billion Debt
ADDIS ABABA – Ethiopia’s State Finance Minister Eyob Tekalign said on Friday that the country anticipates its creditors will agree to restructure $4.9 billion of...
Tanzania Inaugurates $3.1 Billion Modern Railway Built by Turkish Firm
DAR ES SALAAM – Tanzanian President Samia Suluhu Hassan inaugurated the country’s first modern railway on Thursday, a $3.1 billion project constructed by Turkish firm...
Uganda’s Opposition Accuses Kenya of Collusion in Arrest, Deportation of Members
KAMPALA – Uganda’s opposition party, the Forum for Democratic Change (FDC), has accused Kenyan authorities of involvement in the arrest and deportation of its members,...
Kenya Deploys Health Workers to Taita-Taveta After Mpox Case Detected
By Judy Maina NAIROBI – Kenya’s Health Ministry has sent healthcare workers to Taita-Taveta County after confirming a case of mpox on Wednesday, officials said....
