African Stories in Perspective
African Stories in Perspective
Nairobi, Kenya – The Kenyan government has issued an early health warning, urging citizens to prepare for a possible outbreak of waterborne diseases during the upcoming March–April–May (MAM) 2026 long rains. Speaking during the 12th National Climate Outlook Forum held in Nairobi, officials from the State Department of Health cautioned that prolonged and intense rainfall could […]
Nairobi, Kenya – The Kenyan government has firmly dismissed claims that it is involved in recruiting Kenyans to fight in foreign conflicts, including the ongoing Russia–Ukraine war. Speaking on Tuesday at Meru University of Science and Technology, Principal Secretary for Diaspora Affairs Roseline Njogu said it is illegal for any individual or agency to recruit Kenyans […]
Nairobi, Kenya — Kenya’s Senate County Public Accounts Committee (CPAC) is considering tough punitive measures, including the temporary suspension of county funding, after several governors repeatedly failed to honour parliamentary summons—raising fresh concerns about accountability within the country’s devolved system of governance. The standoff underscores growing tensions between political autonomy at the county level and […]
Nyeri County, Kenya – Kenyan Former Interior Cabinet Secretary and Jubilee Party Deputy Leader Dr. Fred Matiang’i has sharply condemned the violent incident that disrupted a church service at Wairima ACK Church in Othaya, Nyeri County, describing it as a dangerous affront to democracy, human rights, and the sanctity of places of worship. The incident, […]
Mombasa, Kenya – Bandari Maritime Academy (BMA) has reaffirmed its commitment to bridging the long-standing sea-time gap that has delayed the completion of studies for seafaring cadets in Kenya. For years, students pursuing Marine Engineering and Nautical Science have faced challenges in meeting the mandatory 12 months of sea-time required for certification, largely due to the […]
Nairobi — The government has dismissed reports linking the National Youth Service (NYS) to a fresh Sh6.2 billion corruption scandal, insisting that no public money has been lost and that all questionable claims have been halted. Cabinet Secretary for Public Service, Human Capital Development and Special Programmes Geoffrey Ruku said all pending bills associated with […]
The Avocado Society of Kenya has welcomed the opening of the Kenya National Chamber of Commerce and Industry (KNCCI) liaison office in Dubai, terming it a long-awaited lifeline for avocado exporters who have endured years of losses, delayed payments and unresolved trade disputes in international markets. Speaking following the announcement, Avocado Society Chief Executive Officer […]
Nairobi, Kenya — Kenya is aiming to transition into a developed, first-world economy within a generation, Deputy President Prof. Kithure Kindiki has said, outlining agriculture, infrastructure, security and innovation as the main pillars of the country’s transformation agenda. Speaking during the 14th Development Partners Forum held in Karen, Nairobi, Prof. Kindiki said Kenya’s ambition mirrors […]
Kenyans are mourning the death of Craig, one of Africa’s most celebrated “super tusker” elephants, whose long life came to symbolise Kenya’s growing success in protecting wildlife from ivory poaching. The legendary bull elephant, aged 54, died on Saturday in Amboseli National Park, a renowned conservation area in southern Kenya near the Tanzania border. The […]
Civil society organisations across East Africa have welcomed a proposed regional law aimed at completely eliminating Female Genital Mutilation (FGM), describing it as a major milestone in the protection of the rights, health and dignity of women and girls. In a joint statement, the HBCU Green Fund and Harambee House / Citizens for Environmental Justice […]
