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Delta Air Lines and Junior Achievement (JA) Africa have concluded the 2026 LEAD Camp, graduating 61 high-potential African girls and inducting them into the 10 Million African Girls (10MAG) community. The camp, held in Accra from March 2–8, marked International Women’s Day and focused on the theme “Give to Gain.” Participants represented Eswatini, Ghana, Nigeria, […]
President William Ruto addressed the recent missile strikes in the Gulf region in a statement released on March 2. The statement condemned the attacks targeting the United Arab Emirates, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Iraq, Oman, Kuwait, Jordan, and Bahrain. Regional Response to Missile Strikes Ruto’s statement focused on the countries impacted by the missile strikes. It […]
The Ministry of Health has begun planning for the construction of two Level VI referral hospitals, one in Bungoma County and the other in Kericho County. A feasibility study brief has been released to evaluate the potential of these projects, which aim to improve healthcare access in the Western and South Rift regions. The government’s […]
Sheila Chepkirui of Kenya secured a second consecutive victory at the Nagoya Women’s Marathon in Japan on Sunday. The race took place in Nagoya, a city where Chepkirui previously achieved success. Race Results Chepkirui finished the race in 2:21:54, securing first place. Sayaka Sato of Japan finished second with a time of 2:21:56, and Ainalem […]
South Africa is overhauling its migration governance with a new system that aims to track the identity of every person in the country, citizen and foreign national alike. This ambitious project, the most significant change since the 2002 Immigration Act, seeks to create an Intelligent Population Register (IPR) through biometric data capture and AI-driven processing. […]
Kenya’s electoral processes have faced scrutiny regarding adherence to democratic principles. Recent by-elections have raised concerns about irregularities and potential undermining of the popular vote. Concerns Regarding November 2025 By-Elections The Elections Observation Group (ELOG) has reported significant issues during the November 2025 by-elections. These included instances of voter bribery, intimidation of voters, breaches of […]
Kenya’s manufacturing sector may see significant changes following announcements from China’s Two Sessions. Beijing has committed to becoming a leading export destination and implementing zero-tariff policies for 53 African countries, including Kenya. China’s Trade Commitments During the fourth session of the 14th National People’s Congress, Chinese Commerce Minister Wang Wentao emphasized China’s commitment to opening […]
Benni McCarthy has addressed reports of interest from North African clubs, specifically USM Alger. He confirmed discussions took place but ultimately chose to remain in his role with the Kenya national football team, Harambee Stars. Interest from USM Alger Reports from Algeria suggested Benni McCarthy was considered to succeed Abdelhak Benchikha at USM Alger. The […]
South Africa’s recently formed government of national unity presents an opportunity to reassess the country’s foreign policy approach. For three decades, Pretoria’s international posture has largely mirrored the perspectives of the African National Congress (ANC), shaped by the liberation movement’s history and alliances. A Shift in Political Landscape The current coalition government, comprising the ANC, […]
M-Pesa, launched in 2007, has evolved from a simple mobile money transfer tool into a core component of Kenya’s digital economy. The platform, operated by Safaricom, currently serves 40 million monthly active users, integrating payments, savings, credit, and investment tools into daily financial life. Early Years and Expansion of Services M-Pesa initially focused on enabling […]