Uganda court dismisses first anti-gay law case
A Ugandan court has dismissed the first case brought under an anti-gay law seen as one of the harshest in the world, a lawyer told AFP on Tuesday.
Category: Africa
Ghana pauses citizenship applications for African descendants abroad
Ghana has said it is suspending citizenship applications from descendents of Africans living abroad, a move analysts say could dent the country’s bid to promote itself as a Pan-African hub.
Why a money bouquet could land someone in legal trouble this Valentine’s
While love may be priceless, the law is clear: Kenya Shilling banknotes are not decorative items.
EU Agency Proposes Toxin Dose Limits in Powdered Milk
The EFSA said that a concentration of over 0.054 micrograms of cereulide per litre in infant formula or over 0.1 micrograms per litre in follow-on formula “may lead to safe levels being exceeded”.
Jihadist Attack on Mali Fuel Tankers Last Week Killed at Least 15 drivers
Jihadists from the Al-Qaeda-affiliated Group for the Support of Islam and Muslims (JNIM) said in a statement that they had ambushed the Malian army Thursday between Diboli and Kayes, without mentioning the attack on the fuel tankers.
“Ongea Ikutoke” Campaign Launched with the Aim of Shaping Kenya’s 2027 Elections
A new wave of youth engagement is sweeping across Kenya, led by Dr. Cassypool’s “Ongea Ikutoke” campaign, which seeks to amplify Gen Zs’ voices and encourage them to take up leadership positions in the 2027 elections.
Oburu downplays claims ODM is negotiating for Deputy President Position With Ruto
“For the Deputy President, we do not want your seat. You are our friend. As we negotiate, we will negotiate for what our people deserve and for all Kenyans.”
Uganda army chief apologises over previous X post accusing US of helping opposition
Uganda’s army chief broke ties with the United States on Friday, accusing its embassy of helping missing opposition leader Bobi Wine, then reversed his stance an hour later.
Marekani yarejesha msaada wa chakula Somalia
Mwanzoni mwa Januari, Washington ilisimamisha msaada huo kwa Somalia kufuatia taarifa za wizi na kuingiliwa kwa shughuli za misaada na Serikali ya Somalia. Marekani ilidai kuwa maofisa wa Somalia walikamata kinyume cha sheria tani 76 za chakula cha msaada kilichokuwa kimetolewa kwa ajili ya raia waliokuwa katika mazingira magumu.
Senegal coach Thiaw banned, fined after AFCON final chaos
Senegal coach Pape Thiaw has been banned for five Confederation of African Football (CAF) matches and fined $100,000 after the chaotic scenes at the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) final against Morocco this month, it was announced on Thursday.
