Faith Nyasuguta The United States reiterated its call on Monday for Rwanda to take action against the perpetrators of an attack in the eastern Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), standing firm on accusations of Rwandan involvement in its neighbor’s affairs. The State Department, in a statement, accused Rwandan forces of collaborating with M23 rebels in […]
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Faith Nyasuguta In South Africa, a devastating collapse of a five-storey building under construction has sparked a frantic rescue operation, with authorities racing against time to save lives and assess the extent of the tragedy. The incident, which occurred in the city of George, Western Cape province, resulted in the tragic loss of four lives […]
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Faith Nyasuguta Rice, although not a staple in much of Africa, has emerged as one of the most consumed cereals in the region, leading to initiatives like K-Rice, a technology introduced by Koreans in recent years to enhance seed yield. This innovative approach has garnered attention in countries like Kenya and Uganda, where pilot projects […]
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Maina wa Njuguna Georgia State governor Brian Kemp (R) on May 1st signed into law House Bill 1105 [Georgia Criminal Alien Track and Report Act of 2024]. This formally deputized all counties and local law enforcement in the state as an extension of immigration and customs enforcement agents commonly known as ICE. The federal program […]
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Faith Nyasuguta Chadians have headed to the polls today (Monday), marking a pivotal moment in the country’s political landscape three years after the military leader seized power following the demise of his long-ruling father, Idriss Deby. This presidential election, the first in Africa’s Sahel region since a wave of coups, holds significant implications for the […]
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Faith Nyasuguta Recent reports have revealed a significant development in the realm of international defense cooperation, particularly concerning the potential relocation of American and French military bases from the Sahel region to Nigeria. As this issue unfolds, the American and French governments are reportedly exerting pressure on Nigeria and other regional nations to sign new […]
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Faith Nyasuguta Protesters in Peckham, southern London, took action on Thursday, blocking a bus suspected to be transporting asylum-seekers to the controversial Bibby Stockholm barge. The barge, chartered by the UK government last year, houses 222 rooms across three stories and is currently anchored off Dorset, a region known for its economic struggles. In a […]
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Faith Nyasuguta As the United States prepares for its military withdrawal from Niger, an intriguing development unfolds as American troops find themselves sharing an airbase with Russian trainers. According to a U.S. official, Airbase 101 in Niamey hosts international troops, including contingents from Germany, alongside the U.S. forces. Confirming these reports from Honolulu, Hawaii, the […]
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Faith Nyasuguta Major General Fatuma Ahmed continues to make history, becoming the first woman to lead any service branch within the Kenyan Armed Forces. On May 2nd, President William Ruto appointed her Commander of the Kenya Air Force, solidifying her position as a pioneer for women in military leadership. General Ahmed’s journey is a series […]
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Faith Nyasuguta Bathing every day could increase people’s risk of infections, experts caution. Showering excessively can reduce skin hydration, causing it to become dry and cracked, which allows germs to enter, according to infectious-disease expert Dr Elaine Larson from Columbia University. She adds most people bathe in the belief it will reduce their risk of […]
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