Double Cruise Arrival to Boost Mombasa’s Economy and Tourism

•Port of Mombasa Welcomes Two Luxury Liners, Signaling Growth in Kenya’s Cruise Tourism Sector Mombasa’s economy and tourism industry are set for a significant boost as the Port of Mombasa welcomes two renowned cruise ships, MV World Odyssey and MS Europa. The arrival of these luxury liners, carrying a combined total of 1,600 passengers, underscores […]

Uasin Gishu Partners with KICC to Boost MICE Tourism and Economic Growth

Eldoret, Kenya| The County Government of Uasin Gishu has taken a strategic step toward economic transformation by signing a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the Kenyatta International Convention Centre (KICC). This landmark partnership aims to position the county as a key player in Kenya’s Meetings, Incentives, Conferences, and Exhibitions (MICE) tourism sector. The agreement, signed […]

Vihiga County Embarks on Major Health Infrastructure Expansion to Enhance Service Delivery

Vihiga County has launched a new initiative to strengthen healthcare access by constructing a modern health facility in the Emmukunzi area of Central Bunyore Ward, Emuhaya Sub-County. This project aims to provide critical medical services to over 5,000 residents in the region, reinforcing the county government’s commitment to quality healthcare at the grassroots level. Governor […]

Kenyan Woman Arrested for Allegedly Killing Her Four-Year-Old Son

Nairobi, Kenya| Authorities have arrested a Kenyan woman, Melvin Owuor, in connection with the tragic death of her four-year-old son, who allegedly succumbed to injuries inflicted by his own mother. The shocking incident, which took place in December 2024, has sparked widespread outrage and concern. According to a statement released by the Directorate of Criminal […]

Djibouti Claps Back at President Ruto Over Raila’s AU Defeat: ‘Africa Rejected Politics!’

•AU Refused to Be a Hostage of Kenya’s Internal Affairs, Djibouti Says Djibouti has strongly criticized Kenyan President William Ruto’s reaction to the defeat of his preferred candidate, Raila Odinga, in the race for the African Union Commission (AUC) chairperson. The sharp response came after Djibouti’s Mahmoud Ali Youssouf was declared the winner, having secured […]

Raila Odinga Downplays AUC Chairperson Race Loss, Signals Return to Kenyan Politics

Former Kenyan Prime Minister Raila Odinga has downplayed his defeat in the race for the African Union Commission (AUC) chairperson position, stating that he harbors no bitterness over the outcome. Instead, he expressed contentment and a willingness to continue serving Africa in different capacities. Speaking after the results were announced, Odinga emphasized that competition inherently […]

Macron Calls Emergency EU Summit Amid Ukraine Peace Talks Exclusion

•European Leaders to Discuss Response to U.S.-Russia Negotiations in Saudi Arabia French President Emmanuel Macron has convened an emergency summit of European Union (EU) leaders following the announcement that Moscow and Washington will engage in Ukraine peace talks in Saudi Arabia—excluding European nations from the negotiations. The move comes after U.S. President Donald Trump and […]

Singer Haboon Nura Receives Hero’s Welcome in Hargeisa After Controversial Trip to Muqdisho

Hargeisa, Somaliland| Young Somali singer Haboon Nura was greeted by an overwhelming crowd of fans and well-wishers as she arrived at Egal International Airport in Hargeisa this afternoon. Her return was met with an outpouring of support from government officials, fellow artists, social media influencers, and hundreds of dedicated fans who gathered to welcome her […]

World’s First Openly Gay Imam Shot Dead in South Africa in Suspected Targeted Killing

Bethelsdorp, South Africa| Moegsien Hendricks, widely recognized as the world’s first openly gay imam, was shot dead in the Eastern Cape province of South Africa on Saturday, February 15, 2025. The 58-year-old cleric was reportedly in Bethelsdorp, near Gqeberha, to officiate a wedding between a lesbian couple when he was brutally attacked in what appears […]

President Hassan Sheikh Attends 38th African Union Summit in Addis Ababa

Addis Ababa, Ethiopia| The President of the Federal Republic of Somalia, Hassan Sheikh Mohamud, actively participated in the opening of the 38th African Union (AU) Heads of State and Government Summit, which commenced in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. The high-level meeting brought together African leaders to discuss key issues affecting the continent, including leadership transitions, regional […]