African Stories in Perspective
African Stories in Perspective
FIFA has made a rare U-turn on World Cup ticket pricing following a wave of global criticism, announcing a dramatic reduction aimed at making the tournament more accessible to loyal football fans. Under the new decision, selected supporters will be able to attend matches at the 2026 FIFA World Cup for as little as 60 […]
Dar es Salaam — The tenure of Kenya’s High Commissioner to the United Republic of Tanzania, Ambassador Isaac Njenga, has officially come to an end, closing a diplomatic chapter marked by strengthened bilateral relations, economic diplomacy, and effective regional crisis management. Ambassador Njenga, who served from 2022 to 2025, leaves office having played a pivotal […]
 Nairobi – The United Nations Under-Secretary-General and Special Adviser on the Prevention of Genocide, Mr. Chaloka Beyani, has sounded a grave warning over the escalating violence in Sudan, citing credible reports of systematic and targeted attacks against civilian populations protected under international law. Speaking after high-level consultations in Nairobi, Mr. Beyani said verified information indicates that […]
NAIROBI, Kenya — As the world marks International Minority Rights Day, Nominated Senator Crystal Asige is drawing national attention to what meaningful inclusion looks like in everyday practice, shifting the conversation from symbolism to sustained, intentional action. A recently shared clip from the Intergovernmental Authority on Development (IGAD) Annual Alumni Conference has sparked widespread discussion after […]
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. The prestigious award was presented by President William Ruto at State House, Nairobi, during […]
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. Speaking to the media […]
Senior business leaders, conservation scientists, government officials and financiers met in Arusha on December 15, 2025, to examine how Tanzania’s tourism sector can continue to grow without undermining the ecosystems it depends on. Convened by the Tanzania CEO Roundtable and the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN), the meeting focused on integrating nature-based solutions […]
World football governing body FIFA has approved a total prize fund of $655 million for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, representing a 50 per cent increase from the previous edition staged in Qatar. The expanded tournament will be co-hosted by the United States, Canada and Mexico, marking the first World Cup to feature 48 teams. […]
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. Justice Ibrahim’s passing marks the loss of one […]
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. Presenting the address to civil society leaders and education […]
