CAPTION: Members of the EAC forces during a parade in Nairobi on Thursday, May 14th 2026. (Courtesy photo). By Our reporter NAIROBI – The 14th edition of the East African Community regional security command post exercise, codenamed Ushirikiano Imara, has officially commenced in Nairobi, Kenya, bringing together military, police, and civilian components from all […]
By Our reporterUganda, together with Kenya and Tanzania, has launched the PAMOJA Oversight Committee to coordinate and accelerate preparations for AFCON 2027.East Africa’s journey to host the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) has taken a significant step forward with the formal establishment of the PAMOJA Oversight Committee.The new body, created to guide preparations for […]
CAPTION: French President Emmanuel Macron, left, Kenyan President William Ruto, right, in Nairobi May 12th, 2026. (Courtsey Photo). Our reporter NAIROBI – French President Emmanuel Macron has announced 23 billion euros ($27bn) of investment during the Africa Forward summit in Kenya. Macron said on Monday that Africa and France had a “partnership of equals” […]
By Our reporterESWATINI – Europe should respect Africa sovereignty Uganda Deputy Speaker Tayebwa has said. While addressing African legislators meeting under the Organization of African, Caribbean and Pacific States (OACPS), Tayebwa urged fellow legislators to push back against increasing interference by the European Parliament in the internal affairs of African countries saying they deserve greater […]
CAPTION: Relatives of Kenyans in Russia hold placards demanding their return. (File photo). By AgenciesRUSSIA – Kenya’s foreign minister said on Thursday 19 citizens had died fighting on the Ukrainian frontline and 32 others were missing, as criticism mounts over reports of the forced enlistment of Kenyans into the Russian army.Speaking during a Senate committee session, […]
CAPTION: Kenyan National Rally champion (Courtesy Photo) By Our reporter MBARARA – How is it an African rally experience without rallying in Uganda? Jasmeet Chana is about to taste the Ugandan rally craze for the first time. The Kenyan National Rally champion is among the foreign crews that will grace the Pearl of Africa […]
By AgenciesAn estimated hundred+ million euros of EU taxpayers’ money, intended to support democratic elections in five African countries, has instead strengthened autocratic and corrupt leaders in these countries over the past decade. Expensive training programmes and workshops for state officials, ruling parties and police have been funded with this money, while countless “voter education” […]
CAPTION: President William Ruto , left, with President Samia Suluhu Hassan, right during a previous bilateral engagement, as Kenya and Tanzania advance plans for $500 million in new trade and investment agreements aimed at deepening East African economic integration. [Photo by MARCO SIMONCELLI] By Segun AdeyemiDAR ES SALAAM – Tanzania and Kenya are preparing to deepen […]
By Our reporterLONDON – Uganda has been ordered to pay approximately Shs522 billion (about US$138.9 million) following a ruling from an international arbitration tribunal in London over the controversial termination of the Rift Valley Railways (RVR) concession agreement.The decision marks the culmination of a years-long legal battle between the Government of Uganda and the private […]
By Our reporterNAIROBI – Four East African nations have endorsed a plan to launch a regional communication and broadcasting satellite, KBC reported. The Northern Corridor Regional Communication and Broadcasting Satellite Initiative Resolutions were signed at the Connected Africa Summit 2026 in Nairobi on 30 April by the information, communication and technology ministers of Kenya, Uganda, […]