Arusha, Tanzania – The East African Business Council (EABC) has announced the appointment of Ahmed Farah as its new Executive Director, following a competitive recruitment process overseen by the Council’s Executive Board. Appointment Process The announcement was made by EABC Chairperson John Lual Akol Akol, who confirmed that Mr. Farah…
Nairobi, Kenya – The Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) has filed a civil suit seeking to recover Ksh.330 million paid out under what investigators describe as a fraudulent stadium tender ahead of the 2018 Africa Nations Championships (CHAN). The Tender in Question Court papers filed on January 22, 2026 reveal…
Milan-Cortina, Italy – The International Olympic Committee (IOC) confirmed on Tuesday that Ukrainian skeleton racer Vladyslav Heraskevych will be permitted to wear a black armband at the Winter Olympics, but his helmet featuring images of Ukrainian sportspeople killed in the war with Russia has been banned. IOC Decision IOC spokesperson…
Nairobi, Kenya – The Cabinet has approved a Ksh.4.7 trillion budget for the 2026/27 financial year, surpassing the current fiscal year by Ksh.100 billion. The move signals continued fiscal expansion, though the government acknowledges the persistence of a budget deficit that will require borrowing and other financing measures. Revenue and…
Tehran, Iran – Iran publicly rejected a core U.S. demand to cease all uranium enrichment on Monday, signaling a dual-track strategy of guarded diplomacy and reinforced military preparedness as indirect talks with Washington remain deadlocked. Hardline Nuclear Position The President of Iran’s Atomic Energy Organization, Mohammad Eslami, stated that Tehran…
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia – The third edition of the Diriyah Contemporary Art Biennale opened with a striking desert procession through the Wadi Hanifah valley, setting the tone for a global exploration of migration, memory, and ancestral knowledge. Running until May 2nd at JAX, near the UNESCO World Heritage site At-Turaif,…
Eldoret, Kenya – Business owners in Eldoret have voiced concern over the Tobacco Control (Amendment) Bill currently before the Senate, warning that a proposed ban on flavours in products such as vapes and nicotine pouches could harm legitimate businesses and fuel the circulation of illicit goods. Traders Support Regulation, Oppose…
Nairobi, Kenya – Democracy for the Citizens Party (DCP) leader Rigathi Gachagua has dismissed calls for the United Opposition coalition to reveal its presidential candidate for the 2027 General Election, insisting there is “no hurry.” Speaking at a press briefing on Tuesday, the former Deputy President cited historical precedent, noting…
Liverpool, England – Manager Arne Slot conceded on Tuesday that his side are “not performing to the standards of Liverpool” and must be nearly perfect for the remainder of the season if they are to qualify for the Champions League. The defending English champions currently sit sixth in the Premier…
Addis Ababa, Ethiopia – Across Africa, millions continue to face daily struggles with water scarcity, unsafe drinking water, and inadequate sanitation facilities. These challenges strike at the heart of human dignity, undermine the collective pursuit of prosperous, healthy communities, and threaten progress toward Aspiration 1 of Agenda 2063: “A Prosperous…