African Stories in Perspective
African Stories in Perspective
MERU (Prime Africa ) – Former Meru Governor Kawira Mwangaza has ignited a storm of debate after declaring on her Facebook page that there is “no Happy Jamhuri Day” for Merians or Kenyans, arguing that the country has little to celebrate amid deep-rooted socio-economic challenges. Speaking to Prime Africa News in a phone interview, Mwangaza […]
Prime Africa News – The Kenya Tea Development Agency (KTDA) has projected renewed optimism for the smallholder tea sector despite navigating one of the most turbulent years in global commodity markets. Speaking during the 2025 KTDA Directors Conference at Safari Park Hotel, Group CEO Wilson Muthaura said the sector had demonstrated extraordinary resilience in the […]
MOMBASA, Kenya — Bandari FC has once again taken centre stage in Kenya’s football discourse after Kenya Ports Authority (KPA) Managing Director Captain William Ruto dissolved the club’s entire management board in a dramatic intervention triggered by a disastrous run of results. The December 9 decision marks one of the most far-reaching governance shake-ups ever […]
Meru, Kenya — Stakeholders in Meru County have raised concern over an upsurge in Sexual and Gender-Based Violence (SGBV), urging swift and coordinated action as the festive season approaches. Meru County Deputy Governor Linda Kiome called on men to take a frontline role in protecting families and rebuilding community responsibility. “Men must rise and take […]
Meru Teaching and Referral Hospital (MeTRH) has recorded a major breakthrough in specialized healthcare after successfully carrying out two complex pediatric surgical procedures — Posterior Sagittal Anorectoplasty (PsARP) and open pyeloplasty — at its modern KidsOR theatre. The milestone comes as the hospital transitions from a Level 5 to a Level 6 facility, expanding its […]
Bungoma, Kenya – The government has intensified efforts to tackle the growing threat of technology-facilitated gender-based violence (TFGBV) as concerns rise over its link to increasing cases of femicide and online abuse across the country. Speaking during the opening of the 2nd National Conference on Technology-Facilitated Gender-Based Violence at Kibabii University in Bungoma, Cabinet Secretary […]
MERU, Kenya — The government has announced a review of the current education funding model to ensure that no deserving learner is locked out of school due to financial constraints. Speaking during the 6th graduation ceremony at Meru National Polytechnic, where more than 3,000 students graduated at various academic levels, Education Cabinet Secretary Julius Migosi […]
MERU, Kenya — The Kenya Agricultural and Livestock Research Organization (KALRO) has introduced a new hybrid dairy cow developed by crossing the high-yielding Friesian breed with the hardy indigenous Sahiwal. The new breed is expected to produce more milk, offer improved quality and demonstrate stronger resistance to common livestock diseases — a breakthrough aimed at […]
Nairobi, Kenya — Deputy President Kithure Kindiki has called on Chief Justices and senior judges from across East Africa to lead a bold and transformative regional conversation on national identity—one grounded in shared interests rather than ethnicity, geography, language, or other historical fault lines. Speaking during the launch of the 22nd East Africa Judges Conference […]
MERU, Kenya — Deputy President Abraham Kithure Kindiki has ordered a heightened and sustained security operation in Meru North to eliminate resurging bandit groups responsible for a series of deadly attacks and livestock theft in the region. Addressing residents at Limoro in Athwana Ward on Thursday, 4th December, Kindiki said he was deeply disturbed by […]
