African Stories in Perspective
African Stories in Perspective
Nairobi, Kenya – A new report by the United Nations has confirmed four cases of rape involving members of the Kenya-led Multinational Security Support (MSS) mission in Haiti, including one case involving a 12-year-old girl. According to the findings by the Office of the United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights, all four allegations of […]
MOMBASA, KENYA — Martin Kivuva has urged Kenyans to register as voters ahead of the 2027 General Election, emphasizing the power of the ballot in shaping the country’s future. Speaking during Good Friday commemorations at the Holy Ghost Cathedral in Mombasa, the Archbishop called on citizens to take responsibility in electing leaders committed to service […]
Juba, South Sudan –  The Government of South Sudan has taken a significant step toward strengthening economic governance after the Ministry of Finance and Planning signed a five-year Public Finance Management Reform Strategy Support (PFMRSS) project with the United Nations Development Programme. The 2026–2031 initiative marks a historic first for the country, becoming the first […]
Nairobi, Kenya – Families of Kenyans allegedly recruited into the Russian army have issued a passionate and urgent appeal to the Government of Kenya, demanding immediate intervention to secure the safe return of their loved ones caught in the ongoing Russia–Ukraine War. In a joint statement released alongside VOCAL Africa, the families described a harrowing situation […]
Nairobi, Kenya — In a bold and transformative approach to addressing youth unemployment and accelerating grassroots development, CorpsAfrica is tapping into the energy, innovation, and potential of Kenyan youth to create sustainable change across communities. Through a strategic blend of skills training, mentorship, and community-led initiatives, the organization is equipping young people with practical tools […]
MALINDI, Kenya – The national government has reaffirmed its commitment to the long-awaited expansion of Malindi International Airport, a strategic infrastructure project poised to transform the tourism and trade landscape across Kilifi and Tana River counties. During a recent inspection tour of the ongoing runway resurfacing works, officials from the Government Delivery Unit (GDU) and […]
NAIROBI, Kenya — The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) has reported a significant milestone in its latest push for democratic participation, announcing that over 300,000 new voters registered within the first 24 hours of a nationwide mass exercise. The drive, which officially commenced yesterday, is scheduled to run until April 28, 2026. This initiative […]
NAIROBI, Kenya — In a move to quell rising concerns over the constitutional autonomy of Kenya’s capital, Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi has officially distinguished the new intergovernmental agreement between the National Government and Nairobi City County from the previous military-led administration. Appearing before the Senate Committee on Devolution and Intergovernmental Relations on Tuesday, Mudavadi […]
NAIROBI, Kenya — In a landmark gathering at the Sarova Stanley Ballroom, the Government of Kenya, in partnership with private sector players, officially launched a multi-billion shilling initiative aimed at transforming the nation’s conservation landscape into a primary engine for economic growth and job creation. The event, titled the Inaugural LiFE NEXUS Dinner, centered on […]
NAIROBI, Kenya — Leading telecommunications firm Safaricom PLC has been honored as the best overall institution at the 8th Edition of the National Diversity and Inclusion Awards and Recognition (DIAR Awards). The prestigious ceremony, held in Nairobi, celebrated organizations and individuals that have demonstrated exceptional commitment to advancing inclusion, equity, impact, and sustainability within their […]