Kenya Power partners with American company to curb bird and wildlife electrocution along powerlines
The Soysambu Conservancy is a critical habitat for Kenya’s raptors such as the Augur Buzzard and Martial Eagle, species that utilise powerlines and poles for perching and hunting.
Chinese President Xi Jinping backs coordinated regional development, solid progress toward common prosperity
Xi Jinping, general secretary of the Communist Party of China (CPC) Central Committee, has urged further efforts to boost coordinated regional development and secure solid progress in advancing common prosperity for all. Xi, also Chinese president and chairman of the Central Military Commission, made the remarks in recent instructions on...
South African transport sector feels pinch of anti-migrant protests as taxi council warns of punitive economic disruptions
South Africa has seen escalated anti-immigration protests in recent months, fuelled by concerns over unemployment, pressure on public services and border management.
Rhino Ark raises red flag over as unnamed ‘Big Man’ builds ‘un-needed’ airstrip in Mt Kenya Forest reserve
The Rhino Ark says it is deeply concerned that no public participation was undertaken as required by the Constitution of Kenya, no Environmental and Social Impact Assessment (ESIA) has been conducted as required under the Environment Management and Coordination Act of 1999.
Giraffe gazelle at the risk extinction of in Tanzania because of habitat destruction and loss
Minister of Natural Resources and Tourism Ashatu Kijaji warned that increasing human activity in critical ecosystems poses a growing threat, intensifying human-wildlife conflicts.
Study on child sexual exploitation and abuse in Kenya exposes gaps in reporting and application of law
According to the findings, the study reviewed 57 closed CSEA case files, observed 56 institutions involved in child protection and carried out in-depth interviews with 58 stakeholders working across the child protection field in the seven counties.
Surgeons at Kenyatta National Hospital score big after successfully removing a 4kg liver tumour from patient
The three-day camp also delivered 13 highly specialised HPB procedures, including four liver resections, one Whipple’s procedure, two hepaticojejunostomies and six laparoscopic cholecystectomies.
Trans-Nzoia County reviews tariff policy to bolster its revenue collection to improve services
The county government, through the World Bank-Funded Kenya Devolution Support Programme II (KDSP II), has begun reviewing charges for services ranging from market stalls and parking to health fees and business licenses.
Sixty Chinese companies hold job fair in Dar to expose young Tanzanians to opportunities in diverse fields
With more than 60 Chinese companies participating in sectors ranging from construction and manufacturing to information technology and finance, the fair offered a pathway to employment for job seekers eager to shape their futures.
Human trafficking: ‘Day of the Africa Children’ exposes plight of children in north-eastern Kenya
Speaking during the commemoration of the Day of the African Child in Garissa, sub-county Principal Education Officer, Nastea Sheikh called for concerted efforts from all stakeholders including the elders and religious leaders to protect the children from trafficking.