27 March 2025
- NAIROBI, Kenya, Mar 27 – Indian media conglomerate Zee Entertainment Africa has introduced Zee Dunia, the first Free-to-Air (FTA) television channel in Africa, uplifting the region’s entertainment industry. The move makes Zee Entertainment the first…
27 March 2025
- NAIROBI, Kenya, Mar 27 – The East African Development Bank (EADB) has refuted allegations regarding its lending operations, which were made by former Cabinet Secretary Raphael Tuju during a March 24 interview. In a statement issued on Thursday, EADB…
27 March 2025
- WASHINGTON, March 27 (Xinhua) — U.S. President Donald Trump on Wednesday announced plans to impose 25 percent auto tariffs — on top of previous duties — on April 2. “What we’re going to be doing is a 25 percent tariff for all cars that are not made in…
27 March 2025
- NAIROBI, March 27 (Xinhua) — Kenya plans to reduce its dependence on external creditors in a new debt strategy, a senior official said on Wednesday. John Mbadi, cabinet secretary for the national treasury and economic planning, told journalists in the…
27 March 2025
- NAIROBI, March 27 (Xinhua) — Revenue generated by Kenya’s Standard Gauge Railway (SGR) passenger train increased by 41 percent in 2024, the Kenya Railways Corporation (KRC) said in a report on Wednesday. The train generated 4.09 billion Kenyan…
27 March 2025
- NAIROBI, Kenya, Mar 27 – Digital lender, Jijenge Credit limited has backed calls for a common base lending rate being spearheaded by commercial banks, saying the move will offer predictability and flexibility to borrowers and lenders alike. “It is…
27 March 2025
- The company behind Uganda’s EACOP crude pipeline has secured its first tranche of external financing from a consortium of institutions, including commercial banks and Afreximbank, EACOP Ltd announced on Wednesday.
27 March 2025
- Niger’s junta leader, Abdourahamane Tiani, has been sworn in as president for a five-year transition period under a newly established charter, further cementing military rule in the country.
27 March 2025
- Sanctions-hit Belarusian flag carrier Belavia is close to acquiring three Airbus A330 aircraft, previously owned by Gambian airline Magic Air, to replenish its struggling fleet.
27 March 2025
- Amid ongoing diplomatic tensions between the United States and South Africa, President Donald Trump’s appointment of a new US ambassador has fueled further controversy.
26 March 2025
- According to a report, Kuramo Capital advanced $19.38 million (Sh2.5 billion) in principal amount to TransCentury in the period 2018 to 2023 payable by December 31, 2023.
26 March 2025
- Norway has joined Germany in temporarily shutting down its embassy in South Sudan due to escalating violence and concerns that the country is on the verge of civil war.
26 March 2025
- Government hospitals received Sh1.43 billion for 2,021 claims, while faith-based hospitals received the least with only Sh532.5 million for 405 claims.
26 March 2025
- The Mauritius Commercial Bank (MCB) has appointed seasoned banker Felix Gichaga as its new Chief Representative Officer for East Africa.
26 March 2025
- Kenya will host the Financing Agri-food Systems Sustainably (FINAS) Summit 2025 from May 20-22 in Nairobi bringing together global leaders, policymakers, financiers, and food system stakeholders to address the pressing issue of food systems financing…
26 March 2025
- From boosting immunity, libido to aiding digestion, herbs and spices have quickly captured the attention of a population eager to improve its well-being.
26 March 2025
- On Monday, Shola Akinlade, the CEO of one of Nigera’s largest tech firms; Paystack, launched his new product, Zap, a payment system that allows international visitors in Nigeria to make seamless payments with foreign cards. Unfortunately, since then…
26 March 2025
- Experts say while Covid-19 primarily targets the lungs, it can also lead to serious heart complications, including blood clots, inflammation, irregular heart rhythms, and heart failure.
26 March 2025
- Last week, the country made history by becoming the only African nation with a female President and Vice President. The government also had 14 ministers sworn in on Friday, eight of which are women. On Friday, Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah was sworn in as…
26 March 2025
- NAIROBI, Kenya, Mar 25 — The Mauritius Commercial Bank (MCB) has appointed seasoned banker Felix Gichaga as its new Chief Representative Officer in East Africa. Announcing the appointment, the lender noted that Felix brings extensive knowledge of the…
26 March 2025
- Significant debt loads to the International Monetary Fund (IMF) have characterized the financial reality of several African countries in recent decades. IMF debts continue to remain a subject of contention.
26 March 2025
- Nowadays we are able to easily identify the yellow-coloured school vehicles, and provide them necessary support, or hold management accountable.
26 March 2025
- According to recent reports, Prince Harry has decided to step down from ‘Sentebale’ the charity he founded in South Africa in honor of his mother, Diana, Princess of Wales.
26 March 2025
- Addressing trade facilitation issues, such as customs modernisation and digital trade platforms, could position Africa as a major player in global trade.
26 March 2025
- Transforming food systems for nutrition demands action on multiple fronts: cross-sector decision-making, coherent policies, targeted budgets, robust data, and vigilant monitoring.
26 March 2025
- According to the 2025 Edelman Trust Barometer, media trust levels vary significantly across different regions. While some countries exhibit strong confidence in their media institutions, others remain highly sceptical.
26 March 2025
- NAIROBI, Kenya, Mar 26 – Liberty Kenya Holdings has announced a 108.5 percent rise in profit after tax, reaching Sh1.402 billion, up from Sh672 million in 2023 for the financial year ending December 31, 2024. The company attributes the growth to…
26 March 2025
- LONDON, March 26 (Xinhua) — Britain’s Consumer Prices Index (CPI) rose 2.8 percent year on year in February, down from 3 percent in January, data from the Office for National Statistics (ONS) showed on Wednesday. “Inflation eased in February.…
26 March 2025
- The world's worst humanitarian crises in 2025 reflect a troubling trend of escalating conflicts, economic instability, and climate-induced disasters.
26 March 2025
- Uganda’s financial losses due to anti-gay policies are estimated at $586 million to $2.4 billion per year, affecting tourism, international aid, and trade.
26 March 2025
- Campaigns against drug abuse have mainly focused on low-income neighbourhoods and slums—leaving the menace to flourish in affluent homes.
26 March 2025
- MAR 26 – India and the US have begun bilateral trade negotiations that will continue until Saturday in Delhi. A US delegation, led by Assistant Trade Representative for South and Central Asia Brendan Lynch, arrived in the city on Tuesday for the talks…
26 March 2025
- A strong and stable currency is a valuable economic asset for any country, especially African countries pursuing long-term growth and global competitiveness.
26 March 2025
- Manufacturers in Nigeria are optimistic about the economic impact of Dangote Petroleum Refinery & Petrochemicals’ new polypropylene production.
26 March 2025
- NAIROBI, Kenya, Mar 26 – Public sector agencies have teamed up with leading private enterprises in the agribusiness space, including RooTooba, to drive preparations for the 2025 Financing Agri-Food System (FINAS) conference. Slated for May 20 to 22 at…
26 March 2025
- NAIROBI, Kenya, Mar 26 – Kenya’s digital landscape, once a thriving space for open discourse and economic innovation, is facing increased censorship that threatens both civil liberties and business interests. Human rights organizations have raised…
26 March 2025
- KIEV, March 26 (Xinhua) — Washington has proposed a new version of the minerals deal to Kiev based on a previous framework agreement, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky told reporters on Tuesday. “After the framework deal, a full agreement is…
26 March 2025
- NAIROBI, Kenya, Mar 26 – Joy Vipinchandra Bhatt of Moore JVB Consulting has been appointed as the administrator of Lipa Later Limited, a digital consumer credit provider. According to a notice by Moore JVB, Bhatt assumed control of the company’s…
26 March 2025
- Ghana’s Finance Minister, Dr Cassiel Ato Forson, has reiterated the government’s determination to eliminate illegal gold smuggling and ensure the nation fully capitalises on its gold wealth.
26 March 2025
- Two of Africa’s telecommunications powerhouses, MTN and Airtel have agreed to collaborate in a couple of its major markets, Nigeria and Uganda.
26 March 2025
- NAIROBI, Kenya, Mar 26 – Rhino Ark, in collaboration with Austrian tech firm IT-Revolutions, has introduced an AI-powered system to enhance the management of the upcoming Black Rhino sanctuary in the Aberdares. The AI-based hyena detection system…
26 March 2025
- NAIROBI, Kenya, Mar 26 – Rhino Ark, in collaboration with Australian tech firm IT-Revolutions, has introduced an AI-powered system to enhance the management of the upcoming Black Rhino sanctuary in the Aberdares. The AI-based hyena detection system…
