The conflict between Israel and Iran intensified on Friday, with both nations launching new attacks that signal a deepening and increasingly dangerous phase of the […]
Kenya Has Abundant Renewable Energy. So Why Are Businesses Still Paying So Much for Electricity?
Imagine running a factory in a country known for its geothermal energy, wind farms and…
Ghana’s Cocoa Crisis: The Business Opportunities Behind a Struggling Industry
For millions of people around the world, cocoa begins and ends with chocolate. But in…
What Can an Akara Seller Tell You About Nigeria’s $11 Billion Food Industry?
Every morning across Nigerian cities, food vendors begin preparing meals before many of their customers…
OPINION: Why the United States Must Learn from Africa—Now More Than Ever
In an increasingly interconnected world, the flow of ideas has often been one-directional, with developed nations positioned as the primary sources of innovation and progress. […]
The Hidden Cost of “Affordable” Smartphones in Tanzania
Smartphones, once hailed as accessible tools for communication and opportunity, are increasingly becoming a financial burden for many users. While their upfront prices may appear […]
OPINION: Tanzania Is Being Chosen; Now It Must Prove Itself
Tanzania stands at a pivotal moment in its development journey, facing opportunities that could define its future on the regional and global stage. The nation […]
Tanzania Seeks Smart Solutions to Tackle Dar es Salaam Traffic Jams
Dar es Salaam continues to grapple with severe traffic congestion, prompting calls for innovative and smart solutions to address the growing urban mobility challenges. Josephine […]
DR Congo and Rwanda Agree to De-escalation After US-Brokered Talks
The Democratic Republic of Congo and Rwanda have pledged to take “concrete steps” to ease tensions and implement last year’s peace agreement, following talks in […]
Middle East Energy Infrastructure Hit as Iran-Israel Conflict Escalates
Key energy facilities across the Middle East have come under sustained attack amid the escalating conflict involving Iran, Israel, and the United States, raising fresh […]
Ruto Launches Naivasha–Kisumu–Malaba SGR Project in Major Infrastructure Push
President William Ruto has officially launched the construction of the Naivasha–Kisumu–Malaba Standard Gauge Railway (SGR) extension at Narok Teachers Training College, marking a significant step […]
Kenya Declares Public Holiday to Mark Eid al-Fitr Celebrations
The Kenya government has officially declared Friday, March 20, 2026, a public holiday in celebration of Eid al-Fitr. In a gazette notice issued on Wednesday, […]
World Bank Bars PwC Firms in East Africa Over Fraud and Collusion
The World Bank has barred PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC) firms in Kenya, Rwanda, and Mauritius from participating in its funded projects for 21 months following findings of […]