SOMALIA ISSUES THREAT OF WAR WITH ETHIOPIA OVER SOMALILAND  REGION

SOMALIA ISSUES THREAT OF WAR WITH ETHIOPIA OVER SOMALILAND  REGION

Faith Nyasuguta  Somalia is willing to resort to war to prevent Ethiopia from recognizing the breakaway territory of Somaliland and constructing a port there, a senior adviser to Somalia’s president has stated.  The memorandum of understanding signed on January 1, allowing landlocked Ethiopia to establish a naval base on Somaliland’s coast, has stirred tensions in […]

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 AFRICA’S LARGEST OIL REFINERY STARTS PRODUCTION TO REDUCE IMPORT DEPENDENCE

AFRICA’S LARGEST OIL REFINERY STARTS PRODUCTION TO REDUCE IMPORT DEPENDENCE

Faith Nyasuguta  Africa’s largest oil refinery has commenced production in Nigeria, marking a significant milestone in the nation’s bid to enhance its refining capacity and reduce dependence on imported petroleum products.  The $19 billion Dangote Petroleum Refinery, capable of producing 650,000 barrels per day, has initiated the production of diesel and aviation fuel, according to […]

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 NAMIBIA CRITICIZES GERMAN SUPPORT FOR ISRAEL IN ICJ GENOCIDE CASE

NAMIBIA CRITICIZES GERMAN SUPPORT FOR ISRAEL IN ICJ GENOCIDE CASE

Faith Nyasuguta  Namibia strongly objects to Germany’s intervention in support of Israel in the International Court of Justice (ICJ) regarding South Africa’s accusations of genocide in Gaza. President Hage Geingob has urged Germany to reconsider its involvement, emphasizing the historical context of Germany’s acknowledgment of the Namibian genocide in 2021. During 1904-1908, German colonizers committed […]

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 TOP 10 AFRICAN COUNTRIES WITH THE MOST POWERFUL PASSPORTS IN Q1 2024

TOP 10 AFRICAN COUNTRIES WITH THE MOST POWERFUL PASSPORTS IN Q1 2024

Faith Nyasuguta In its essence, a robust passport serves as a gateway to seamless global travel. In the past year, global regions have undergone shifts in travel policies, influencing accessibility to their borders. Simultaneously, governments worldwide are actively engaged in initiatives aimed at bolstering the strength of their passports. The significance of possessing a powerful […]

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 IMF REPORT: TANZANIA EMERGES AS AFRICA’S LEAST INDEBTED NATION

IMF REPORT: TANZANIA EMERGES AS AFRICA’S LEAST INDEBTED NATION

Faith Nyasuguta Tanzania has been acknowledged by the International Monetary Fund (IMF) as the least indebted nation in Africa, a testament to its fiscal responsibility amid regional economic challenges. The latest IMF report reveals Tanzania’s noteworthy achievement, boasting a commendable debt-to-GDP ratio of 41.8 percent. This accomplishment underscores Tanzania’s prudent and balanced monetary approach, contributing […]

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 UK GOVERNMENT ACKNOWLEDGES HUMAN RIGHTS CONCERNS IN RWANDA

UK GOVERNMENT ACKNOWLEDGES HUMAN RIGHTS CONCERNS IN RWANDA

Faith Nyasuguta The government has openly acknowledged persistent concerns regarding Rwanda’s human rights record, countering Rishi Sunak’s claim that it is a secure country.  Documents released on Thursday reveal that while Rwanda is relatively peaceful with respect for the rule of law, there are ongoing human rights issues concerning political opposition, dissent, and free speech. […]

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 EX-KENYA MINISTER STEPHEN TARUS DETAINED IN UGANDA PRISON FOR ALLEGED GOLD SMUGGLING

EX-KENYA MINISTER STEPHEN TARUS DETAINED IN UGANDA PRISON FOR ALLEGED GOLD SMUGGLING

Faith Nyasuguta Ugandan authorities have detained Stephen Tarus, Kenya’s former Assistant Minister for Internal Security, over allegations of smuggling 13 kilograms of gold into the country using counterfeit documents.  The arrest took place last week, leading to his appearance before a Ugandan anti-corruption court on Wednesday. Tarus, 57, is remanded at Luzira prison until January […]

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 NEW MOMBASA BRIDGE SET TO BECOME AFRICA’S LONGEST BRIDGE

NEW MOMBASA BRIDGE SET TO BECOME AFRICA’S LONGEST BRIDGE

Faith Nyasuguta Kenya’s Transport Cabinet Secretary, Kipchumba Murkomen, had unveiled the ambitious project of constructing Africa’s longest bridge in collaboration with the Japanese government.  The announcement comes following discussions at the second Kenya-Japan Quality Infrastructure Conference held in Nairobi. Murkomen highlighted that the Mombasa Gateway Bridge, situated in Mombasa, is a major endeavor with Japanese […]

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