East Africa

In Mogadishu, Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud opened the new LPG Storage Center, a crucial step in combating deforestation and environmental degradation in Somalia. He praised local officials and businessmen for supporting the country's environmental protection and reconstruction efforts. President Mohamud believes accessible gas is key to a sustainable and self-sufficient Somalia, urging for prices that reflect the economic realities facing Somali households. He also called on Somali entrepreneurs to invest in the…

Internet users in Kenya, Tanzania, Rwanda, and Uganda are griping about shoddy connectivity, as service providers in East Africa admit there's an issue. Companies assure they are addressing the problem. The spotty service is due to faults in the undersea cables connecting the region to the world via South Africa, expert Ben Roberts explained to the BBC. A similar incident occurred in parts of West and Southern Africa in March. Cloudflare Radar noted Tanzania as one of the worst-hit countries, with internet traffic dropping…

Winnie Makinda weeps as she recounts the tragic death of her son, Ian Otieno, due to a bulldozer in Nairobi on May 8, 2024. The Kenyan government recently ordered the destruction of buildings that are within 30 meters of rivers. In Nairobi, Kenya, Winnie Makinda, 35, expresses her distress over the government's handling of floods that devastated her community. Raging floods and mudslides wreaked havoc, claiming hundreds of lives and affecting thousands of people due to heavy rain during Kenya's rainy season. Vulnerable…

In Beledweyne, Ugas Yusuf Ugas Hassan, the Hawadle clans chief, arrived in Halgan with his delegation to a warm reception. This marks the beginning of his upcoming inauguration ceremony. The delegation, comprising elders, scholars, youth, women, and businessmen, journeyed from Bulaburte to Halgan. Upon arrival, they were led to a specially arranged venue, where a large crowd and soldiers awaited. Officials in Halgan expressed their happiness with the Chief's reception. Ugas Yusuf Ugas Hassan will proceed to Aano Shubo on…

In Dhusamareb, as her term nears completion, the United Nations Special Representative for Somalia, Catriona Laing, highlighted achievements and set ambitious goals for the future of the country, specifically focusing on women's rights. While visiting Galmudug, Laing praised significant advancements and emphasized the UN's ongoing support for the region's progress. Laing announced the construction of a new UN office in Dhusamareb as a strategic move to strengthen collaboration between the UN and the Galmudug government.…

In the East African region, over 80 million internet users are currently grappling with slow speeds and outages due to faults in critical undersea fiber-optic cables this Sunday. The Eastern Africa Submarine Cable System (EASSy) and Seacom, essential for connectivity in the area, experienced simultaneous issues affecting regions from Kenya to South Africa. Ben Roberts, Chief Technology and Information Officer at Liquid Intelligent Technologies, revealed that the EASSy cable was compromised 45 kilometers north of Durban,…

In Mogadishu, Somali government troops have intercepted 150 tanks carrying fuel and explosive materials bound for the militant group Al-Shabaab. The mission, with the help of locals, occurred near Harardhere in the southern part of the Mudug region. Military officials have stated that the shipment was heading to areas under Al-Shabaab's control. Two suspects connected to the shipment were apprehended during the operation and are now being investigated. This recent seizure is part of the ongoing campaign by government…

In Darfur, the Sudan Armed Forces thwarted an assault by the Rapid Support Forces and Arab militias, preventing a potential turmoil in the country following the ouster of Omar al-Bashir five years ago. The conflict in Western Darfur escalated as the Rapid Support Forces initiated an attack on el-Fasher, the capital of North Darfur province, creating distress among the population that had sought refuge from previous conflicts in the region. After months of regrouping, the RSF attempted to seize control of el-Fasher from the…

In Mogadishu, the Court of Appeal of the Banadir region wrapped up the second hearing of Sayid Ali Moalim Daud's defense. Daud had previously received a death sentence for setting his pregnant wife on fire. The court mentioned that the final decision would be made soon, without specifying a date. Ali Halane, Daud's lawyer, expressed optimism that the appeal court would reach a different verdict than the Banadir regional court. He stated that if they were unhappy with the ruling, they would take the case to the country's…

During her trip to Nigeria alongside Prince Harry, Meghan Markle expressed her gratitude to the locals for welcoming them to "my country," as she disclosed that she is "43 per cent Nigerian" based on recent DNA tests. The royal couple embarked on an informal three-day tour, kicking off with a visit to the Wuse Lightway Academy in Abuja. Harry discussed mental health, while Meghan talked about the significance of diverse representation in leadership positions. They also engaged in a volleyball game with injured military…