Kenyan Police Arrest Over 270 Amid Antigovernment Protests
NAIROBI — Kenyan police have arrested more than 270 individuals they claim were posing as protesters during antigovernment rallies and engaging in criminal activities. “Security...
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World Bank Debars Kenyan Audit Firm Over Corruption Allegations
NAIROBI — Ernst & Young Kenya (EY Kenya) has suffered a major blow to its reputation after the World Bank barred the audit firm from...
Northern Corridor Countries Seek Tanzania’s Cooperation to Boost Mombasa Port’s Attractiveness
NAIROBI – Countries supporting the Northern Corridor—a regional road connectivity project—are working to persuade Tanzania to permit cargo destined for Burundi, Rwanda, and the Democratic...
Kenya and European Union Seal Landmark Trade Agreement
NAIROBI — After a decade of negotiations, Kenya and the European Union have solidified a historic trade agreement, opening Kenya’s domestic market to tax-free goods...
Turkey Mediates Talks Between Somalia and Ethiopia Over Somaliland Port Deal
NAIROBI — Turkey has initiated mediation talks between Somalia and Ethiopia over a contentious port deal that Ethiopia signed with Somaliland earlier this year, Reuters...
Kenya’s President Warns of Borrowing Surge After Rejected Finance Bill
NAIROBI — President William Ruto announced on Sunday that Kenya will need to borrow significantly more to keep the government operational following the rejection of...
Youth-Led Protests Over Finance Bill Rocked Kenya Amid Uneasy Calm
NAIROBI — This week, at least five people have been killed in Kenya as protests against a controversial finance bill have escalated, culminating in part...
Uganda’s Refugee Challenge: Balancing Open Doors with Rising Pressures
By Tom NM Kampala, Uganda — For years, Uganda has been heralded as a beacon of progressive migration policy. Its welcoming stance towards refugees has...
U.S. and Tanzania Join Forces to Combat Illegal Fishing
NAIROBI –In a bid to tackle illegal fishing, preserve marine life, and protect local economies, the United States is collaborating with Tanzania to introduce electronic...
Uganda’s Population Surges to 45.9 Million, Census Reveals
KAMPALA — Uganda’s population has soared to 45.9 million, up from 34.6 million in 2014, according to preliminary results from the 2024 national census released...
