Haben Girma, a distinguished American human rights advocate, lawyer, and author, has not only broken barriers—she has rewritten the narrative around disability and inclusion. Best known as the first deaf-blind person to graduate from Harvard Law School, her life and legacy stand as a compelling testament to the power of perseverance, innovation, and justice. Through […]
In a landmark move set to transform Kenya’s agricultural landscape, Absa Bank Kenya, in collaboration with agri-tech firm Hello Tractor and global machinery manufacturer John Deere, has expanded a Sh500 million financing initiative aimed at enhancing access to mechanised farming for smallholder farmers across the country. The initiative, launched during the unveiling of Hello Tractor’s […]
•April 10, 2006 – April 10, 2025 Today, Kenya solemnly marks the 19th anniversary of one of its darkest and most tragic days in aviation and national history — the 2006 Marsabit air crash that claimed the lives of 13 distinguished leaders and peace ambassadors in the misty hills of Kofia Mbaya, on the outskirts […]
The Chief Executive Officer of the National Land Commission (NLC), Ms. Kabale Tache, on Friday joined members of the Senate Standing Committee on Land, Environment, and Natural Resources during their three-day induction retreat at Sarova Whitesands Hotel in Mombasa County. The engagement, aimed at fostering collaboration and strengthening institutional understanding between the Senate committee and […]
Nairobi, Kenya| National Land Commission (NLC) Chief Executive Officer Kabale Tache has reiterated the Commission’s unwavering commitment to safeguarding the land rights of minority and marginalized communities across the country, stating that historical injustices and inequitable land access must be decisively addressed to foster a more inclusive and just society. Speaking on Wednesday morning during […]
In a harrowing case that has sparked outrage and grief, 17-year-old refugee Gaala Aden Abdi was brutally murdered after resisting a forced marriage to 55-year-old Mohamed Kassim Tifo. For 27 agonizing days, she endured relentless beatings before her life was cut short in the most horrifying manner. A Desperate Plea for Help Gaala, a young […]
Nairobi, Kenya| In a powerful demonstration of solidarity, generosity, and inclusivity during the holy month of Ramadhan, Absa Kenya Foundation has expanded its humanitarian support by donating food and essential supplies to vulnerable families across Kenya. Through its Absa La Riba Banking team, the foundation has committed over KES 4 million to support disadvantaged communities, […]
•The Move is Aimed at Strengthening Community Ties and Reinforce Commitment to Shariah-Compliant Banking In a demonstration of solidarity with the Muslim community during the Holy Month of Ramadan, Absa Bank Kenya, through its Absa LaRiba Banking division, hosted a special Iftar dinner for a segment of its customers and stakeholders in Nairobi. The event, […]
Nairobi, Kenya| The Kenya Space Agency (KSA) successfully hosted the National Rounds of the prestigious Manfred Lachs Moot Court Competition, an annual event organized by the International Institute of Space Law (IISL) since 1992. This competition plays a crucial role in advancing legal scholarship in space law, reinforcing the rule of law in the peaceful […]
Addis Ababa, Ethiopia| Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed has officially announced the completion of the water filling process for the Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam (GERD), a milestone in the decade-long dispute involving Egypt and Sudan over Nile water resources. Speaking before Ethiopian legislators on Thursday, Abiy stated that GERD has now reached full capacity, stressing […]
