African Stories in Perspective
African Stories in Perspective
Johannesburg – Hundreds of demonstrators marched through the streets of Johannesburg on Wednesday, protesting against what they described as rising levels of illegal immigration, a contentious issue that has fueled tensions between local communities and foreign nationals in South Africa. The demonstration forms part of a broader wave of anti-immigration protests, with similar action taking […]
Nairobi, Kenya – Kenya has incurred an estimated additional $143 million to $150 million in oil costs within the first 60 days of the Iran war, according to new analysis released by climate advocacy group 350.org. The group says the spike in global oil prices has placed a heavy burden on ordinary citizens and businesses, […]
More than 1,300 young people in Buuri Constituency have graduated under the second cohort of the Ujuzi Mashinani Programme, marking a major step in efforts to tackle unemployment through practical skills training and enterprise development. A total of 1,320 youth completed hands-on training delivered by the Micro and Small Enterprises Authority (MSEA) in partnership with […]
NAIROBI, Kenya – First Lady Rachel Ruto has reaffirmed her commitment to advancing education and supporting children’s welfare, saying partnerships remain critical in addressing challenges facing learners across the country. Speaking at Farasi Lane School in Nairobi during the handover of a school bus she pledged last year, Mrs Ruto said the donation represents more than […]
NAIROBI, Kenya – Kenya has marked a major step in its wildlife conservation efforts following the repatriation of critically endangered Mountain Bongos from the Czech Republic, a move officials say strengthens the country’s long-term strategy to restore one of Africa’s rarest antelope species. Speaking at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport during the arrival of the animals, Prime […]
JUBA, South Sudan — South Sudan’s government has established a high-level multi-agency committee to investigate the crash of a Cessna 208B Caravan aircraft in Central Equatoria State, in a move aimed at strengthening accountability and aviation safety oversight. The Ministry of Transport issued a ministerial order on April 29, 2026, directing the formation of the […]
NAIROBI, Kenya – Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi has raised alarm over what he described as the growing commercialization and privatization of peace initiatives across the globe, warning that mediation efforts are increasingly being treated as business transactions rather than genuine attempts to restore peace and stability. Speaking at the ongoing IGAD Mediation Reflection Conference […]
NAIROBI, Kenya – More than 500 delegates from across the continent have gathered at the Argyle Grand Hotel Nairobi for the Kenya Mining Investment Conference, as African leaders, investors, policymakers, and academics intensify discussions on reforms aimed at unlocking greater value from the continent’s vast mineral wealth. The high-level conference comes at a time when […]
The final contingent of 150 officers from the National Police Service has returned home from Haiti, bringing to a close Kenya’s 22-month, 7-day deployment under the UN-backed, Kenya-led Multinational Security Support (MSS) Mission.. The officers arrived on April 28, 2026, marking the official conclusion of a historic international security assignment that saw a total of […]
The Intergovernmental Authority on Development (IGAD) has called for a fundamental reimagining of peace mediation in Africa, warning that the international order that once supported diplomatic conflict resolution is steadily weakening. Speaking during the IGAD Mediation Reflection Conference in Nairobi, IGAD Executive Secretary Dr. Workneh Gebeyehu said the global environment has changed dramatically, making mediation […]