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Bus companies suspend trips on Nairobi-Garissa highway over insecurity

by Timothy Cerullo Wednesday April 29, 2026 A Garissa-bound bus along the Thika Superhighway. Photo Wanjeri Passengers heading to and from Garissa were left in limbo on Wednesday after several bus companies abruptly suspended services along the Nairobi-Garissa Highway amid growing security fears. The disruption comes after reports of insecurity on the route, including an incident in which one bus was hit by stones and had its windscreen badly shattered yesterday. In a notice issued on Wednesday, April 29, Pacific Coach said…

Nigerian President Seeks $516 Million Loan for Major Highway Project

In a significant move aimed at boosting infrastructure, President Bola Tinubu has formally requested the Senate's approval to secure a $516.3 million loan from Deutsche Bank AG. This lending initiative is backed by insurance from the Islamic Corporation for the Insurance of Investment and Export Credit, part of the Islamic Development Bank. Tinubu emphasized that the funding would be directed towards the construction of the Sokoto-Badagry Superhighway, a centerpiece project within his Renewed Hope Agenda. The ambitious…

Minibus Fire, Explosion on Zimbabwe Highway Kills 18

At least 18 people were killed when a commuter omnibus erupted in flames and exploded on the Bulawayo-Beitbridge Highway, authorities confirmed. The Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP) said the deadly incident occurred between Chipangali and the Gwanda tollgate. Officials added that more information will be released as investigations progress. The cause of the blaze and subsequent explosion remains undetermined, and it is still unclear how many passengers were on board. The Bulawayo-Beitbridge Road, a key artery linking…

Somalia’s Puntland State Forces Reopen Highway After Clash With Unpaid Soldiers

Puntland State forces clear Bosaso–Qardho highway after soldiers’ pay protest; at least one wounded BOSASO, Somalia — Puntland State security forces on Saturday dispersed soldiers protesting unpaid wages and reopened a key highway linking Bosaso and Qardho, ending a blockade that had halted traffic and stranded motorists for nearly a day. At least one protester was injured in a brief confrontation, authorities and preliminary reports said. The soldiers had sealed off the strategic route on Friday, choking movement on one of…