AFRICA

NAIROBI, KENYA | Xinhua | It was just past midday when Richard Muthie stood at the gate of the Mutira Farmers’ Cooperative Society coffee factory, ready to deliver his harvest. Along with the 50-year-old farmer were 30 kg of ripe, red coffee berries freshly picked by him earlier that morning. …

COMMENT | Gertrude Kamya Othieno | As we step into 2025, I wish all my readers a year filled with hope, growth, and meaningful progress. Reflecting on the past year, my writings have explored the sweeping tides of globalisation over the last 600 years and their profound impact on humanity. These reflections …

Raila’s AUC candidature rekindles Pan-African spirit Kisumu, Kenya | PPU KENYA & AGENCIES | The honorary title of Luo Elder has been bestowed on Ugandan President Yoweri Museveni at the ongoing 4th Edition of the Piny Luo cultural festival. This, at ceremonies at Got Ramogi that were attended also by Kenyan …

DAKAR, Senegal | Xinhua | Senegalese President Bassirou Diomaye Faye announced on Tuesday “the end of all foreign military presence” in the West African country by 2025 in a New Year’s speech. “I have instructed the minister of the armed forces to propose a new doctrine of cooperation in defense …

NAIROBI, KENYA | Xinhua | The East Africa region will experience drier-than-usual conditions between January and March 2025, the Climate Prediction and Applications Center of the Intergovernmental Authority on Development (IGAD), a regional bloc, said on Monday. The center said in a forecast that the drier conditions will affect mainly …

Kampala, Uganda | RONALD MUSOKE | Dr. Akinwumi Adesina, President of the African Development Bank (AfDB), was recently honored with the “African of the Decade” award at the 2024 Africa Investment Forum in Rabat, Morocco. The prestigious award, presented by Rakesh Wahi, Chairman of the ABN Group, recognizes individuals who have …

Kigali, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Burundi has announced its decision to withdraw its National Defense Forces from the upcoming African Union Support and Stabilization Mission in Somalia (AUSSOM). The move comes after a disagreement with Somalia over the allocation of troop numbers for the Burundi National Defense Forces (BNDF) and …

NAIROBI | Xinhua | The African economy has maintained a steady growth in 2024, demonstrating resilience and potential despite global challenges such as geopolitical conflicts and growing protectionism. Over the past year, African countries have intensified domestic reforms while promoting global cooperation. These efforts have resulted in significant advancements in …

ADDIS ABABA, Dec. 26  | Xinhua |  African Union (AU) Commission Chairperson Moussa Faki Mahamat on Thursday expressed concern over the post-election violence in Mozambique. In a statement, the AU chief called for a peaceful resolution of the escalating post-election violence in Mozambique, particularly following the recent pronouncement of the …

Siaya ready to host President Ruto and Uganda’s Museveni Kisumu, Kenya | NTV KENYA | The newly constructed Siaya County Stadium will host two heads of state; William Ruto and Uganda’s Yoweri Museveni during its official opening on January 2, 2025, Siaya Governor James Orengo has announced Speaking after inspecting …