In a electrifying display of grit, skill, and national pride, Kenya’s Harambee Stars etched their name into the annals of African football history by defeating two-time African Nations Championship (CHAN) giants DR Congo 1-0 in their debut match at the 2024 tournament. The pulsating encounter, held on Sunday, August 3, 2025 at the iconic Moi […]
In a chilling account that has sent shockwaves through East Africa’s activist community, Mwabili Mwagodi, a prominent Kenyan human rights advocate, has detailed his traumatic abduction and four-day ordeal at the hands of unidentified assailants. The activist, known for his vocal stance on social justice and governance issues, was held incommunicado in Tanzania before being […]
Lusaka, Zambia| The nation mourns the loss of Corporal Stephen Sakachoma, a dedicated Zambian Army UN peacekeeper, who will be laid to rest today at Leopards Memorial Park in Lusaka. His tragic death has left an indelible mark on his family, colleagues, and the country, as tributes pour in for a man remembered for his […]
•The Move Paves Way for Regional Stability and Resource Opportunities On Friday, June 27, 2025, Rwanda and the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) signed a landmark peace agreement in Washington, D.C., marking a significant step toward ending decades of conflict that has claimed thousands of lives and displaced millions in the Great Lakes region of […]
In a pivotal move to address the escalating food insecurity crisis in the Horn of Africa, the Intergovernmental Authority on Development (IGAD) convened a high-level expert meeting in Nairobi, Kenya, to validate the End-Term Review Report of its Regional Agricultural Investment Plan (RAIP) for 2016–2020. This critical forum marks the foundation for the development of […]
In a deeply troubling development, celebrated Ethiopian long-distance runner Galete Burka has accused her husband of betraying her trust by selling her properties without consent, initiating divorce proceedings, and creating an environment of fear that has left her concerned for her personal safety. The allegations, which have sparked widespread concern, highlight the vulnerabilities faced by […]
•Tah Has Signalled Robust Leadership for Africa’s Future In a landmark decision, Sidi Ould Tah of Mauritania was elected President of the African Development Bank (AfDB) Group during the institution’s Annual Meetings held in Abidjan, Côte d’Ivoire, on Thursday, May 29, 2025. The announcement, met with widespread anticipation, marks a pivotal moment for the AfDB, […]
Nairobi, Kenya| General Mohamed Said Hirsi Morgan, a towering and polarizing figure in Somalia’s military and political history, passed away on May 28, 2025, in a Nairobi hospital after a brief illness, his family confirmed. Known for his pivotal role as the last Minister of Defence under President Siad Barre’s regime and his subsequent activities […]
•Cirro Set to Inaugurate New Embassy in Nairobi Nairobi, Kenya| President Cabdiraxmaan Maxamed Cabdillaahi (Cirro) of the Republic of Somaliland has commenced a multi-day official working visit to Nairobi, the capital of Kenya, marking a significant diplomatic engagement aimed at deepening bilateral relations and expanding Somaliland’s international presence. The high-level visit, which underscores Somaliland’s growing […]
•On This Day: Remembering Operation Solomon’s Unprecedented Humanitarian Mission On May 24–25, 1991, in the span of just 36 hours, the State of Israel carried out one of the most ambitious and daring rescue missions in modern history—Operation Solomon. This top-secret, record-breaking airlift saved 14,325 Ethiopian Jews from war-torn Ethiopia and brought them to safety […]
