Africa
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Kenyan activist Boniface Mwangi declares his 2027 presidential bid
Prominent Kenyan activist and staunch government critic Boniface Mwangi announced Wednesday he would run for president in 2027, just weeks after the East African country’s latest protests were bloodily repressed. An outspoken critic of President…
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Tanzania’s electoral body struggling to defend its integrity ahead of general election
In recent elections, particularly the presidential results, the ruling party, CCM, has consistently won with a landslide, raising questions about the authenticity of Tanzania’s election management.
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Kenyan Sprinter Omanyala out of Zurich Diamond League
The 29-year-old is one of 17 Kenyans to have qualified for Zurich where the globe’s top athletes will be compete on Wednesday and Thursday.
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Mike Sonko petitions CAF for replay of Kenya-Madagascar match
Former Nairobi Governor Mike Mbuvi Sonko has filed a petition challenging Kenya’s Harambee Stars’ elimination from the Africa Nations Championship (CHAN) quarter-finals by Madagascar. The petition, lodged in Cairo within the required 48 hours, has…
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President Ruto declares August 27 Katiba Day
Kenyan President Dr. William Ruto has announced that August 27th will henceforth be observed every year as Katiba Day, in commemoration of the promulgation of the 2010 Constitution. A proclamation from the Executive Office of…
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‘Restoring dignity’: Kenya Slum Exchange Offers Water for Plastic
The project serves some 800 residents daily, allowing them access to modern bathrooms, clean water and menstrual hygiene facilities — services that are out of reach for many Kibera households.
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Prosecutor Seeks Death Penalty for Kabila in Treason Trial
Kabila, who has been outside the DRC for two years, is also accused of having plotted to overthrow President Felix Tshisekedi and charges including homicide, torture and rape linked to the M23 group.
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Humphrey Polepole exposes CCM election manipulation syndicate
The National Identification System (NIDA) was integrated with the electoral commission to create a mechanism allowing CCM to pre-determine votes before elections.
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KDF Honours WWII Heroes in Meru Ceremony
UK Defence Advisor Brigadier Olly Bryant, representing the British government, lauded the veterans’ courage and underscored the urgency of honouring the few remaining WWII servicemen.II
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Kenya’s Interior Minister urges Kenyan fans to support Morocco in their match against Tanzania
Kenya’s Interior Minister Kipchumba Murkomen has become the latest high-profile figure to wade into the lighthearted football banter between Kenya and Tanzania ahead of the 2024 African Nations Championship (CHAN) quarter-finals. The rivalry, which has…
