After six years of silence, the Kampala City Festival has made a grand comeback, filling the streets of Uganda’s capital with color, music, and celebration. […]
Category: Regional News
Uganda Banks on Manufacturing to Power Its $500 Billion Economic Dream
Uganda has set its sights on becoming a $500 billion economy within the next decade — a bold goal that government officials say will be […]
Africa Urged to Build Strong Digital Infrastructure to Power AI for Climate Action
African countries must invest in stronger digital infrastructure to fully harness the power of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in the fight against climate change, experts have […]
TANZANIA: Intoxicated Police Officer Shot Dead After Being Mistaken for a Thief
A tragic incident occurred in Tanzania on Saturday night when a police officer was fatally shot after being mistaken for a thief by residents. According […]
Kenya Loses Ksh.20 Billion Over Delayed GMO Adoption, Report Warns
Kenya has lost more than Ksh.20 billion in just five years because of delays in approving and adopting genetically modified (GMO) crops that could improve […]
KENYA: Government Suspends Avocado Sea Exports to Protect Quality and Market Standards
The Kenyan government has suspended all avocado exports by sea starting October 20, 2025, to protect the quality of the fruit and ensure only mature […]
Bridging Gaps: Advancing Disability Inclusion in Tanzania
Disability inclusion is a crucial aspect of any society’s development, yet many nations, including Tanzania, still face significant challenges. According to the World Bank, approximately […]
From Humble Beginnings to Big Dreams: 20 Kenyan Entrepreneurs Who Started Small and Succeeded
Kenya is home to some of Africa’s most inspiring business success stories. Many of the country’s leading entrepreneurs began with little more than a dream, […]
From Mitumba Trader to Leading Entrepreneur: The Rise of Lucy Kiongosi
Lucy Kiongosi’s journey from a small mitumba (second-hand clothing) trader to running one of the largest scrap metal businesses in Dodoma, Tanzania, is a story […]
Adapt or Fail: Why Multinationals Must Rethink Business in Africa
Africa has long been seen as a land of immense business opportunity. With a rapidly growing young population, abundant natural resources, and vibrant local markets, […]