African Stories in Perspective
African Stories in Perspective
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
Eldoret, Kenya — Students from Kachororoni and Gandini primary schools in Kilifi County were on Tuesday hosted at President William Ruto’s Sugoi farm in Eldoret for an immersive educational tour aimed at inspiring a new generation of young farmers. Led by First Lady Rachel Ruto, the pupils were taken through a practical learning session featuring […]
NAIROBI, Kenya — A Senate committee has intensified investigations into the controversial Jamii Bora Housing Project in Kisaju, Kajiado County, where hundreds of residents claim to have been duped into buying homes sitting on disputed land. The saga escalated on Friday when Swedish architect Ms. Sofia Ingrid, linked to the development, appeared before the Senate […]
MERU, Kenya – Young people across the country are being urged to embrace Competency-Based Education and Training (CBET) programs, which are increasingly viewed as one of the most direct routes to employment in today’s competitive job market. A visit to Nkabune and Mukiria Technical Training Institutes in Meru reveals the rapid rise of CBET courses—practical, […]
