Transport paralysed, five people killed by police as Kenya braces for violent election season ahead
Kenya’s fuel prices hit a record high on Friday, with the diesel price increasing by 23.5 per cent and gasoline by 8 per cent. The government attributed the previous price increase to the Iran war and its effects on energy supplies, but it reduced taxes to lessen the shock for consumers.
Lab in eastern Congo under control of M23 rebels confirms Ebola case as countries border crossing
Prosper Mulindwa, mayor of Rubavu District in Rwanda’s Western Province, told local media that the closure of the borders would remain in place for an indefinite period as part of measures aimed at preventing the spread of Ebola.
Back to the Nile: How fishermen in Sudanese capital are recovering from ravages of war
Boats disappeared from river docks, markets shut down and thousands fled amid shelling and collapsing services. For months, Ali could not reach the river.
CIA whistle-blower fears retaliation as Rand Paul promises more Covid cover-up news next week
CIA whistle-blower James E. Erdman III, who testified Wednesday that Dr Anthony Fauci led a multi-agency cover-up of evidence that Covid-19 leaked from a lab, is afraid the agency will retaliate against him, his attorney said.
Rising femicide incidence in institutions of higher learning in Kenya puts state on the edge
Homa Bay County Governor Gladys Wanga advised students to prioritize education and avoid relationships that could derail their academic progress. She warned that early pregnancies and unsafe relationships remain major barriers to completing education and achieving career goals.
How free M-Pesa transactions at $322 billion are powering Safaricom growth
Pochi la Biashara also enables customers to grow their money by investing overnight balances in the Ziidi MMF. This consistent growth demonstrates Safaricom’s commitment to advancing digital financial services, deepening financial inclusion, and promoting economic empowerment across Kenya.
