African Stories in Perspective
African Stories in Perspective
A U.S. federal court has sentenced Abdiaziz Farah, a 36-year-old Somali-American businessman, to 28 years in prison for his role in a US$300 million fraud scheme that exploited a U.S. government child nutrition program meant to feed vulnerable children during the COVID-19 pandemic. [spacer height=”20px”] Farah was among dozens convicted in the Feeding Our Future […]
Nairobi – Kenya has officially flagged off its pilot export of apple mangoes to the United Kingdom, marking a significant milestone for the country’s horticulture sector and opening new opportunities for local farmers to access global markets. [spacer height=”20px”] The historic shipment was launched during a flag-off ceremony attended by key industry and government stakeholders, underscoring […]
Nairobi, Kenya – Sheldrick Wildlife Trust (SWT) Chief Executive Officer Angela Sheldrick has been awarded the Elder of the Order of the Burning Spear (E.B.S.), Kenya’s highest civilian state decoration, in recognition of her exceptional contribution to wildlife conservation and community development. [spacer height=”20px”] The prestigious award was presented by President William Ruto at State House, […]
The Kenya Flower Council (KFC) has issued an urgent appeal to government agencies and industry stakeholders to take swift action to reduce escalating freight charges and ease the tax burden facing the country’s floriculture sector, warning that persistently high costs threaten the future of one of Kenya’s most important export industries. [spacer height=”20px”] Speaking to […]
Nairobi, Kenya — Supreme Court Judge Mohammed Kadhar Ibrahim has died, family sources have confirmed. Sources close to the family said Justice Ibrahim had been taken to India for specialised medical treatment, but doctors later advised that he be returned home to Kenya for his final days. [spacer height=”20px”] Justice Ibrahim’s passing marks the loss […]
Nairobi, Kenya — The Elimu Yetu Coalition (EYC) has commended notable gains in Kenya’s basic education sector while warning that deep-seated challenges continue to threaten equitable access and quality learning, according to its 2025 State of Basic Education Address delivered on Tuesday at the Heron Hotel. [spacer height=”20px”] Presenting the address to civil society leaders […]
NAIROBI,Kenya-Australia has entered the intensifying global race for Kenya’s estimated $62 billion (Sh18 trillion) rare minerals deposits in Mrima Hills, Kwale County, a move that further elevates the country’s profile as a potential critical minerals powerhouse even as investors grow increasingly frustrated by licensing delays at home. [spacer height=”20px”] Canberra formally expressed interest in the […]
Nairobi, Kenya — Kenya is setting the stage for a major surge in agricultural exports to Georgia, after a strong 2024 performance that saw the country ship goods worth KSh 821 million to the Caucasus nation—compared to just KSh 58 million in imports.The imbalance, overwhelmingly in Kenya’s favour, signals a new growth frontier for farmers […]
Nairobi-From left: Wildlife Research and Training Institute Board Chair Dr. David Nkendiaye, President William Ruto, Wildlife Research and Training Institute CEO Dr. Patrick Omondi, and Tourism & Wildlife Cabinet Secretary Rebecca Miano during the launch of the National Wildlife Census 2025 results at the KICC, Nairobi. [spacer height=”20px”] Kenya has reaffirmed its position as a […]
Kenya has reaffirmed its position as a continental trailblazer in enterprise development and digital transformation during the Africa Start-up Conference 2025 Ministerial Summit held in Algiers, Algeria. [spacer height=”20px”] Representing the country, Principal Secretary in the State Department for MSMEs, Hon. Susan Mang’eni, delivered a compelling address outlining Kenya’s sweeping reforms in financial inclusion, business […]
