Mumina Champions Girls’ Education with School Van Donation to Isiolo Girls School

Isiolo County Women Representative Mumina Bonaya has reaffirmed her unwavering commitment to girls’ education by spearheading a significant initiative aimed at easing transportation challenges for students. In a heartfelt gesture aligned with the spirit of International Women’s Day, Bonaya facilitated the delivery of a school van to Isiolo Girls High School, a move she described […]

OIC Adopts Palestinian-Led Administrative Plan for Gaza Reconstruction

•The plan has been met with opposition by Washington and Tel Aviv Jeddah, Saudi Arabia| Foreign ministers from Muslim-majority nations have formally adopted a plan for a Palestinian-led administrative committee to govern Gaza, facilitating much-needed reconstruction efforts in the war-torn enclave. The decision, reached during an emergency meeting of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) […]

Abdimalik Abdi: Teen Wins Garissa County Quran Competition, Awarded New Car

Garissa, Kenya| In a remarkable display of Quranic mastery, 16-year-old Abdimalik Siyad Abdi from Al-Rahma Madrassa in Bula Iftin has emerged as the overall winner of the 15th Annual Garissa County Quran Competition. The prestigious event, which attracted 222 participants from all sub-counties, was held during the holy month of Ramadhan and culminated in a […]

Empowering Women Behind Bars: Isiolo County Marks International Women’s Day at GK Prison

Isiolo County Government, in collaboration with development partners, civil society organizations, and community members, marked International Women’s Day 2025 at Isiolo GK Prison, underscoring the importance of women’s well-being and empowerment. The event, organized by the Department of Gender, Culture, and Social Services, focused on this year’s theme, “Advocating for Women and Health.” Health and […]

Guyo Boru Guyo Inaugurated as 72nd Abbaa Gadaa in Historic Borana Power Transition

In a landmark event underscoring the enduring legacy of indigenous governance, Guyo Boru Guyo was inaugurated as the 72nd Abbaa Gadaa of the Borana/Oromo nation on March 8, 2025. This ceremony, steeped in tradition, signifies the seamless transition of power within the Gadaa system, a democratic socio-political framework that has guided the Oromo people for […]

Maasai Girls Learn Self-Defense to Fight Against Sexual Abuse and Early Marriage

•Empowering Girls Through Education and Protection In rural western Kenya, a group of young Maasai girls is taking a bold step to secure their future by learning self-defense. These girls, many of whom face the looming threats of early marriage and sexual abuse, are being trained to protect themselves both physically and verbally. Their training […]

Preserving Tradition and Unity: Governor Ali’s Call to Strengthen Borana Heritage at the 72nd Baali Ceremony

Yabello, Ethiopia| In a momentous gathering at Borana University, Marsabit County Governor H.E. Mohamud Ali reaffirmed his commitment to cultural preservation and unity among the Borana and wider Oromo community during the 72nd Baali ceremony. The event, which marks the transition of one Gadaa leadership cycle to the next, served as a powerful reminder of […]

KPA Pledges to Advance Workplace Equality and Women’s Empowerment

Mombasa, Kenya| The Kenya Ports Authority (KPA) marked this year’s International Women’s Day with a strong commitment to championing women’s rights and workplace equality. In a gesture of support for vulnerable women, KPA’s female employees donated postpartum care products to new mothers and survivors of gender-based violence (GBV) at the Coast General Teaching and Referral […]

Empowering Women: Narok County Marks International Women’s Day with Calls for Economic Inclusion

Narok County marked this year’s International Women’s Day with a resounding call for economic empowerment to transform the lives of women and girls. The celebration, held at Ole-Ntimama Stadium, brought together hundreds of women, leaders, and stakeholders who underscored the crucial role of financial independence, leadership, and skills development in uplifting communities. Women’s Empowerment at […]

UAE Rejects Sudan’s ICJ Accusations of Complicity in Genocide

The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has firmly dismissed Sudan’s case at the International Court of Justice (ICJ), calling it a baseless political maneuver and vowing to seek its “immediate dismissal.” Sudan’s government has accused the UAE of violating the Genocide Convention by allegedly providing direct support to the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF), which Khartoum […]