Namibia signs memoranda of understanding with Kenya, Rwanda and Uganda for economic cooperation

Namibia signs memoranda of understanding with Kenya, Rwanda and Uganda for economic cooperation

The Namibian delegation also held discussions on payment modernisation and digital financial infrastructure, including engagements with Rwanda’s national electronic payment switch, the bank said in a statement.

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Temporary reprieve: Public transport strike over steep rise of fuel prices in Kenya suspended

Temporary reprieve: Public transport strike over steep rise of fuel prices in Kenya suspended

Negotiations on Monday, the first day of the strike, failed to reach an agreement despite the government agreeing to lower the diesel price by about 10 shillings a litre. Transport operators had sought a deeper 46-shilling-per-litre reduction in the price of diesel, the main fuel they use.

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Police say spiralling insecurity in Transmara is linked to gold rush in southwestern Kenya

Police say spiralling insecurity in Transmara is linked to gold rush in southwestern Kenya

Narok County Police Commander Patrick Lobolia says there is a correlation between rising wave of insecurity and gold mining activities in Transmara West Sub-County. The upsurge of crime comes even as police intensify operations to restore calm following the gunning down of two suspected robbers during a weekend security crackdown....

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African destinations step up push to tap into China’s growing outbound tourism market

African destinations step up push to tap into China’s growing outbound tourism market

Speaking at the opening ceremony, South African President Cyril Ramaphosa described tourism as both a vibrant expression of national identity and a key driver of economic growth for African countries.

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Industrialist Aliko Dangote ignores oil producing Nigeria for a $17 billion oil refinery in East Africa

Industrialist Aliko Dangote ignores oil producing Nigeria for a $17 billion oil refinery in East Africa

The proposed refinery is expected to cost between $15 billion and $17 billion, with a planned processing capacity of 650,000 barrels of crude oil per day.

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Siaya governor blames sharp dip in employment in western Kenya sugar belt on corrupt Ruto regime

Siaya governor blames sharp dip in employment in western Kenya sugar belt on corrupt Ruto regime

The Siaya county chief questioned why factories that once sustained thousands of livelihoods continue to operate intermittently while local youth remain unemployed.

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Back to the Nile: How fishermen in Sudanese capital are recovering from ravages of war

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.

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How free M-Pesa transactions at $322 billion are powering Safaricom growth

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.

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Kenya seals AI deal with France to help forecast crop yield and fortify food security

Kenya seals AI deal with France to help forecast crop yield and fortify food security

Michel Benet, Chair of DIGINOVE hailed the partnership as a step toward stronger collaboration in food security.

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