African Stories in Perspective
African Stories in Perspective
NYERI, Kenya – A businessman has been charged before the Nyeri Law Courts over an alleged KES 130 million tax fraud scheme, in a case that highlights the ongoing crackdown on tax evasion by the Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA). [spacer height=”20px”] According to a press release issued by KRA on Wednesday, Anthony Waweru Macharia was […]
MERU, Kenya – A multi-agency security operation conducted in Meru County on Thursday night led to the arrest of four suspected illegal migrants working at an unlicensed bakery in Central Imenti Sub County. [spacer height=”20px”] The raid, carried out in Kiria location within Abothuguchi Central, was led by officers from the Directorate of Criminal Investigations […]
JUBA, South Sudan – Salva Kiir Mayardit has announced a major government reshuffle affecting key ministries and the country’s military leadership through a series of Republican decrees issued on Wednesday evening. [spacer height=”20px”] The decrees, broadcast on the state-owned South Sudan Broadcasting Corporation, introduced immediate changes within the national government as the country navigates economic […]
ADDIS ABABA, Ethiopia – The responsibility of telling Africa’s story to the world is increasingly shifting from traditional media houses to digital creators and social media influencers, speakers at the first-ever African Social Media Influencers Conference (ASMIS 2026) have said. [spacer height=”20px”] The landmark conference, currently underway in Addis Ababa under the theme “Influence for […]
The US military says it disabled an Iranian-flagged oil tanker in the Gulf of Oman after it attempted to violate a US blockade and sail to an Iranian port. [spacer height=”20px”] In a statement, the US Central Command says it observed M/T Hasna as it “transited international waters en route to an Iranian port on […]
MOROCCO – A large-scale search and rescue operation is underway in Morocco after two United States service members went missing during a joint military exercise at the Cap Draa Training Area. [spacer height=”20px”] According to US and Moroccan military officials, the troops disappeared late Saturday, prompting an immediate response involving land, air, and sea units. […]
LUSAKA, Zambia — Zambia has taken a decisive step in the fight against tobacco-related harm after its National Assembly passed the Tobacco Control Bill at Third Reading, marking a major milestone in efforts to protect public health and curb rising non-communicable diseases (NCDs). [spacer height=”20px”] The legislation comes amid growing concern over the country’s tobacco […]
JUBA, South Sudan — South Sudan has marked a historic milestone during this year’s International Labour Day, announcing the establishment of its first-ever specialized Labour Court aimed at protecting workers’ rights and improving access to justice. [spacer height=”20px”] Speaking at the celebrations held at Juba National Stadium, Minister of Labour Anthony Lino Makana said the new […]
Arsenal FC booked their place in the UEFA Champions League final for the first time in 20 years after a hard-fought 2-1 aggregate victory over Atletico Madrid on Tuesday night at the Emirates Stadium. [spacer height=”20px”] A decisive goal from Bukayo Saka just before halftime proved enough to send the Gunners through, keeping alive their […]
NAIROBI, Kenya — Technology and youth-led innovation took centre stage during the official launch of the Intergovernmental Authority on Development (IGAD) Regional Youth Coalition, a transformative platform aimed at shaping climate policy and driving climate-resilient agriculture across Eastern Africa. [spacer height=”20px”] The high-level event, held in Nairobi, convened more than 300 young climate actors from […]