African Stories in Perspective
African Stories in Perspective
Washington, D.C. – Kenya and the United States have signed a landmark Health Cooperation Framework that is set to significantly strengthen Kenya’s journey toward achieving universal health coverage (UHC). The agreement was witnessed by President William Ruto during his official visit to Washington, D.C., and marks the most consequential health partnership between the two nations […]
BUNGOMA, Kenya — Eric Wekesa has officially been sworn in as the Member of County Assembly (MCA) for Chwele/Kabuchai Ward, ending days of uncertainty marked by accusations of attempts to delay his assumption of office. Under Section 40 of the Leadership and Integrity Act, 2012, all newly elected state officers must sign and commit to […]
Taita Taveta, Kenya — Tension is mounting in Taita Taveta County after members of the Kishushe Ranchers Cooperative Society Limited accused powerful investors and a section of county officials of attempting to push mining consents without the involvement of legitimate landowners. The ranchers say the alleged illegal consents have created confusion within the Ministry of […]
WASHINGTON DC, USA – President William Ruto has arrived in Washington, D.C., at the invitation of U.S. President Donald J. Trump, where he is set to witness the signing of the Democratic Republic of the Congo–Rwanda Peace Agreement — a major diplomatic milestone aimed at restoring stability in the Great Lakes region. While in Washington, […]
Nairobi, Kenya – The Micro and Small Enterprises Authority (MSEA) has launched the Cohort 1 Business Development Services (BDS) Classroom Training under Component 2 of the Kenya Jobs and Economic Transformation (KJET) Project, marking a major step toward strengthening the competitiveness of MSME clusters across the country. The programme, which officially kicked off on 10 […]
MOMBASA, Kenya – Accountants across Africa have been challenged to embrace emerging technologies such as Artificial Intelligence (AI), Machine Learning and big data analytics, not only to boost efficiency but also to uphold ethical standards in an increasingly digital world. Speaking during the 5th Africa Members Convention 2025 in Mombasa, the Global President of the […]
Laare, Meru County — Police in Laare, Igembe North, have arrested six additional suspects in connection with a gang rape incident reported on December 1, 2025, bringing the total number of arrests to nine. The incident came to light after members of the public raised an alarm upon finding a young woman being assaulted by […]
The Islamic Military Counter Terrorism Coalition (IMCTC) has kicked off a five-day advanced training program in Nairobi aimed at boosting the region’s capacity to combat terrorism financing and money laundering. The training, titled “Counter Terrorism Financing and Anti-Money Laundering – Advanced Level,” brings together specialists from Kenya and other member states working across banking, finance, […]
NAIROBI, Kenya – This year, conversations about men’s mental health have led the way across Africa, and the Men’s Wellness Summit 2025 brought together some of the most influential voices to debate the pressures facing today’s African man. The one-day event, courtesy of ArvoCap Asset Managers, cut across mental, physical, and financial wellness and created […]
BUNGOMA, Kenya — Health officials in Bungoma County have raised concern over a growing trend where men avoid HIV testing and instead depend on their wives or partners to determine their HIV status. The worrying revelation comes as Kenya marked World AIDS Day on December 1, a global event dedicated to honouring lives lost, celebrating […]
