In a move that may reflect a political backlash, Kenya has replaced Caroline Mwende Mueke, the nominee for East African Community (EAC) secretary-general, just two days before her expected swearing-in. Instead, Nairobi said on Monday that it would unveil Veronica … Continued
By Dayib Sh. Ahmed Effective leadership encompasses a harmonious blend of essential qualities crucial for both personal and organizational success. From integrity to influence, each trait plays a pivotal role in molding leaders who drive positive change. Integrity fosters trust, … Continued
WASHINGTON, (Reuters) – Half of the world’s 75 poorest countries are experiencing a widening income gap with the wealthiest economies for the first time this century in a historical reversal of development, the World Bank said in a report on … Continued
Somali pirates freed hijacked ship MV Abdullah and its crew on Sunday after receiving a $5mn ransom. Abdirashiid Yusuf, one of the pirates involved in the hijacking, confirmed the release of the Bangladeshi cargo vessel. “The money was brought to us two nights ago as usual,” … Continued
Toronto – In a statement released on Friday, Eritrea’s Ministry of Information announced that the border between Ethiopia and Eritrea is “demarcated for the last time in a way that will never be changed.” The statement said that the border between … Continued
By JAMES ANYANZWA Kenya may be forced to renegotiate its 25-year power purchase agreement (PPA) with Ethiopia if the deepening electricity crisis in the Horn of Africa nation gets out of control. The Energy and Petroleum Regulatory Authority (Epra) has … Continued
(ERGO) – Boqol iyo konton qoys oo iskugu jira xoolo-dhaqato iyo beeraley ay colaad ka soo barakicisay tuulada Quracley ayaa ka cabanaya biyo yari iyo cunno xumo. Waxay ku wajahayaan xerada Shareeco oo ku taalla magaalada Baladwayne, halkaas oo ay ku … Continued
By Abdullahi Ahmed Nor Introduction: In the Horn of Africa, Somalia is grappling with an escalating constitutional crisis that has been further complicated by Ethiopia’s aspirations to annex the coastal districts in the self-declared autonomous region, of Somaliland. The country, … Continued
Police in Ethiopia have arrested 13 suspects over the killing of a prominent opposition figure from the restive state of Oromia, official regional media reported. The body of Bate Urgessa of the Oromo Liberation Front (OLF) was found dumped on … Continued
Halima N. Iman In the face of uncertainty surrounding the future of Kenya’s biggest refugee camps, a transformative approach emerges: turning refugee camps into semi-autonomous cities that offer refugees a second chance at a more dignified life. This week marks … Continued
Nairobi (WDN) A pivotal meeting and an attempt aimed a consultation and conciliation between President Hassan Sh. Mohamud and former President Sharif Sh. Ahmed was convened in Nairobi. The meeting was orchestrated by influential businessmen within the two leader’s community-clan … Continued
By Duncan Miriri NAIROBI, (Reuters) – Kenya has proposed a regional maritime treaty to defuse tensions between Ethiopia and Somalia over a deal allowing Ethiopia to set up a naval base and giving it port access in Somalia’s breakaway region of … Continued
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