31 January 2025
- Public Service Cabinet Secretary Justin Muturi has urged President William Ruto to establish a commission of inquiry to investigate the recent wave of abductions of youth, some of whom have been...
31 January 2025
- Diaspora remittances are a vital source of income for many African countries, contributing significantly to both household and national economic stability.
31 January 2025
- NAIROBI, Kenya, Jan 31 – Kenya Power has posted a Sh9.97 billion net profit for the half-year period ending December 31, 2024, driven by increased electricity sales, lower costs, and reduced finance expenses. The utility firm reported a 5 percent…
31 January 2025
- JAN 31 – A new type of non-opioid painkiller, aimed at treating short-term pain in adults, has been approved by the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA). The drug suzetrigine, known by its brand name Journavx, works by targeting pain signals before…
31 January 2025
- NAIROBI, Kenya, Jan 31 – Kenya’s inflation rose to 3.3 percent in January 2025, up from 3 percent in the previous month, driven by higher food and transport costs, according to the Kenya National Bureau of Statistics (KNBS). KNBS attributed the…
31 January 2025
- NAIROBI, Kenya, Jan 31 – Kenya Airways (KQ) has received the prestigious European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) Part-145 Certification, allowing it to expand its Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul (MRO) services to European-registered aircraft…
31 January 2025
- According to the World Health Organization (WHO), which just sent its congratulations, Niger has gone down as the first African country to stop the transmission of Onchocerca volvulus, commonly known as river blindness.
31 January 2025
- East African Breweries Plc has reported a 19.6 percent increase in net profit to Sh8.1 billion for the six months ended December 2024.
31 January 2025
- South Africa is gearing up to secure a spot on the Formula 1 calendar, with plans to raise $50 million to fund its bid to host the prestigious race.
31 January 2025
- One of Donald Trump's most aggressive policy objectives since retaking office is a widespread crackdown on illegal immigration in the United States (U.S.), which is set to affect individuals from Africa.
31 January 2025
- Cryptocurrency is undergoing a transformation—from speculative asset to financial structure. With the Trump presidency seemingly amplifying its global relevance, Africa’s crypto pioneers, including Yellowcard, are seizing the moment to redefine…
31 January 2025
- The BRICS nations have once again faced strong opposition from U.S. President Donald Trump following their push to introduce an alternative currency for international trade.
31 January 2025
- Tanzania and Burundi have partnered with two Chinese firms to construct a railway linking the two countries, facilitating the transport of metals—including battery mineral nickel—to Dar es Salaam's port.
31 January 2025
- JAN 31 – Sales of Apple iPhones dropped at the end of last year, as the tech firm’s roll out of new artificial intelligence (AI) features was met with a lukewarm response. Chief executive Tim Cook said the new features helped to drive stronger sales…
31 January 2025
- NAIROBI, Kenya, Jan 31 – East African Breweries Limited (EABL) recorded a 20 percent increase in net profit to Sh8.1 billion for the half year ending December 2024, driven by lower debt, which dropped by Sh5 billion, and foreign exchange gains. The…
31 January 2025
- From Wamunyoro, Gachagua has crafted a compelling narrative that sets the stage for a high-stakes political battle against Ruto's government.
31 January 2025
- JAN 31 – Sri Lanka is set to relax a ban on some vehicle imports in a sign the country is returning to normal after a severe economic crisis that toppled a president. From 1 February, imports of buses, trucks and utility vehicles will be allowed to…
31 January 2025
- NAIROBI, Kenya, Jan 31 – The Ministry of Education has called on parents and guardians to ensure their school-going children are registered with the Social Health Authority (SHA) as part of the government’s broader efforts to guarantee access to…