Kenya Ranked As East Africa’s Largest Economy And Gateway To Global Markets
Kenya’s GDP stood at about $125 billion in 2024 and is projected to surpass $130 billion in 2025
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Kenya, Uganda double down on rail extension burdened by Chinese debt
The presidents of Kenya and Uganda met near their shared border Saturday to mark the multi-billion-dollar, long-delayed extension of a Chinese-built railway that has left Kenya heavily in debt.
Bobi Wine Says He Has Left Uganda After Weeks in Hiding
In a video message shared online, Wine said he had left Uganda to handle what he described as critical engagements abroad and promised to return.
Bobi Wine atangaza kutoroka Uganda
Bobi Wine amesema Jumamosi kwamba ameikimbia nchi kuepuka msako wa jeshi baada ya Uchaguzi wa urais wa January 15, 2026.
Tanzanian Businessman Rostam Aziz Set to Become Top Shareholder in Nation Media Group
In a notice to shareholders, AKFED said it intends to transfer its stake in Nation Media Group through a reorganization involving NPRT Holdings Africa Limited, a company that is expected to be acquired by Taifa Ltd, a firm owned by Aziz.
International Women’s Day 2026: Women Urged To Accelerate In Leadership Across All Sectors
LeadHERship Africa hosted a powerful high-level women’s dialogue and dinner on March 8, 2026, coinciding with the United Nations International Women’s Day celebrations.
Open Society Condemns Deportation of Its MD, Zimbabwean Lawyer Brian Kagoro, from Kenya
Kenya has historically been seen as a safe space for exiled activists and regional human rights defenders. However, recent events have raised questions about whether that space is shrinking.
BBN Workers Strike Over Delayed Salaries as EACOP Project Controversy Deepens
The strike began on Wednesday evening when they downed tools. Many of the workers were seen carrying banners with the inscription “We want our rights. Beware of Conmen”
Besigye Lawyers protest trial delay as opposition leader’s health declines
Dr. Besigye was arrested in Nairobi, Kenya, in November 2024 and deported to Uganda, and is now facing charges related to illegal firearm possession and alleged plans to overthrow the government.
Two Ugandan women arrested for kissing in public
Two Ugandan women were arrested for kissing in public, a police spokesperson told AFP on Tuesday, under an anti-gay law considered among the harshest in the world.
