Africa – Kenya News
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Kenya faces potential long-term revenue losses if the government proceeds with selling a portion of its stake in Safaricom to Vodacom, according to Auditor General Nancy Gathungu. Her warning came during an appearance before the National Assembly’s joint committees on Finance and National Planning, and on Debt and Privatisation. Proposed Sale and Payment Structure The […]
Voting is underway in parts of Uganda amid an internet shutdown and accusations of rigging in presidential and parliamentary elections. Vote counting has begun. Election Day Challenges Presidential hopeful Bobi Wine alleged “massive ballot-stuffing” occurred, though he provided no supporting evidence. Authorities have not responded to these claims or to Wine’s assertion that numerous polling […]
Kenya has announced a new trade agreement with China to facilitate the export of Kenyan produce, aiming to stimulate economic growth and create employment opportunities. This follows previous negotiations regarding trade agreements with China. New Trade Agreement with China Trade and Industry Cabinet Secretary Lee Kinyanjui announced that Kenya has entered into a bilateral trade […]
Several countries in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region are exploring innovative solutions to address challenges faced by women in agriculture. These efforts aim to improve access to resources, bridge the gap between research and policy, and build resilience in the face of climate change and conflict. The CGIAR Gender Equality and Inclusion […]
Kenya has embraced digital transformation, evident in initiatives like eCitizen and national strategies for artificial intelligence. However, progress is tempered by challenges including reliance on manual processes, cybersecurity threats, uneven digital skills, and limited internet access in certain regions. A new book, Understanding Technology in the Context of National Development: Critical Reflections, authored by Dr. […]
TECNO is conducting technology carnival activations across Africa to celebrate the TotalEnergies CAF Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) Morocco 2025. The activations aim to bring the excitement of the tournament to fans throughout the continent. AFCON 2025 and TECNO’s Involvement TECNO, an official global sponsor of the TotalEnergies CAF Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) Morocco […]
Moniepoint Inc., a digital financial service provider, has announced the opening of applications for the second cohort of its DreamDevs initiative. The program aims to develop technology talent across Nigeria and address the tech talent gap within the continent. The announcement was made Thursday by Felix Ike, chief technology officer of Moniepoint Inc. Program Overview […]
Kenya is planning further reforms within its national identity sector to improve access to services for citizens. These changes follow recent efforts to streamline the issuance of national identification documents and passports. The Cabinet Secretary for Interior, Kipchumba Murkomen, announced the upcoming reforms after a meeting with key stakeholders in the sector. Recent Reforms and […]
Lawmakers Critique Ruto’s Singapore Economic Model Embakasi East MP Babu Owino and Kiharu MP Ndindi Nyoro have expressed reservations regarding President William Ruto’s pursuit of a Singapore-style economic transformation. They argue that Kenya should prioritize addressing fundamental needs like food security, education, and infrastructure before attempting to replicate foreign economic models. The leaders voiced their […]
The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill has reported that a security control has flagged a user request as malicious activity. The university employs various security measures to protect its systems. Security Alert Information According to a message displayed by the university, the flagged request occurred on January 15, 2026, at 04:25:09. The IP […]