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.
Schools and state functions in Africa stall in wake of Iran war despite continent’s rich oil resources
Across Africa, from north to south and from east to west, the war waged by the US and Israel on Iran is wreaking havoc, bringing to life the old cliché, “When elephants fight, it is the grass that suffers.”
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.
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.
EAC militaries launch two-week command post exercise in Kenya to bolster preparedness
Speaking at the opening ceremony, EAC Deputy Secretary General Andrea Malueth said the region continues to face complex security threats
New study finds surge in violence followed Trump’s cuts to USAID programmes in Africa
For many years, USAID had provided crucial support to African countries wrecked by conflict and violence. By eliminating more than 90 per cent of foreign aid contracts, the Trump administration effectively cut some $60 billion in funding.
Former RVTTI student recounts how she was allegedly doused with acid in brutal attack by jilted lover
Bevaline Jelimo Sum testified before Magistrate Keyne Odhiambo that the accused had allegedly been threatening and intimidating her following the breakup, although she did not disclose the reasons behind the separation.
Secessionism: Mombasa Republican Council petition UN, AU and ICC over right to break away
The MRC bases its claim to coastal self-governance on historical grounds, arguing that the coastal strip which traces back to the Sultanate of Zanzibar and the British Protectorate established in 1888 was a distinct governing entity before being transferred to Kenya at independence.
How repeat tourism and changing work patterns drive land value along Kenya’s Indian Ocean coastline
According to the report, prime coastal land that is defined as land within one kilometre of the beachfront, covers approximately 536 square kilometres. However, about 30 per cent of this land is unavailable for development due to natural features
UN boss Antonio Guterres says African representation in global affairs works against the continent
Speaking during a press conference at the United Nations Offices in Nairobi, Guterres said Africa’s development and growth is constrained by an unfair international system that denies the continent adequate representation in key global institutions.
