Kampala welcomed the New Year with colourful fireworks and lively celebrations as revelers gathered at different venues across the city to usher in 2026 under […]
Author: Baramba Andrew
President Museveni Says Intelligence and Strong Policing Prevented Gen Z-Style Protests in Uganda
Ugandan President Yoweri Museveni has said Uganda avoided Kenya-style Gen Z protests because of timely intelligence and firm action by security agencies. Speaking during his […]
TANZANIA: Private Sector Optimistic About Strong Economic Recovery in 2026
Business leaders and private sector players are projecting a strong economic rebound in 2026, driven by improving market conditions, increased investment, and policy stability. According […]
Turkey Arrests 125 Islamic State Suspects in Nationwide Holiday Security Raids
Turkey has arrested 125 suspected members of the Islamic State (IS) group in fresh nationwide security operations, as authorities intensify efforts to prevent possible attacks […]
Dozens Feared Dead After Fire at Swiss Ski Resort New Year Party
Several dozen people are feared dead and about 100 others injured after a deadly fire broke out at a crowded bar in the Swiss ski […]
Why Many African Family Businesses Struggle After the Founder Dies
Many family-owned businesses in Africa fail to survive after the death of their founders, mainly because of poor planning, family conflicts, and weak management structures. […]
President Samia Promises Open and Inclusive Talks on National Reconciliation as 2026 Begins
President Samia Suluhu Hassan has promised to lead inclusive national talks on the proposed Reconciliation Commission as Tanzania enters the year 2026, calling on citizens […]
Train Crash Near Machu Picchu Kills One, Injures Many
At least one person has died and dozens have been injured after two trains collided on the railway line leading to Machu Picchu in Peru. […]
Somali President Questions Israel’s Recognition of Somaliland
Somalia’s President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud has described Israel’s decision to recognise Somaliland as “strange and unexpected,” warning that it could have serious effects on Palestinians […]
Disney Agrees to Pay $10 Million Over Children’s Privacy Violations
Disney has agreed to pay 10 million US dollars to settle claims that it broke child privacy laws in the United States. A federal court […]