Sudanese nomads trapped as war fuels banditry and ethnic splits
Sudan’s war has trapped nomadic families, cutting grazing routes and exposing them to violence, banditry, and ethnic tensions.
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Govt warns against sale of unapproved mobile phones
The Kenyan government has warned consumers and vendors against selling or using unapproved mobile phones, citing serious health, safety, and network risks. The Communications Authority has flagged 21 non-approved brands and urged buyers to verify devices before purchase to protect public safety and the country’s ICT systems.
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Startup Funding in Africa & the Middle East
A $230M seed round dominated Africa and the Middle East this week, as smaller startups raised funding to solve real market needs.
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Govt vows to revitalise coffee and dairy sectors to boost farmers’ incomes
The government plans to revive Kenya’s coffee and dairy sectors to raise farmers’ incomes through better cooperatives, processing, and market access.
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Trump threatens tariffs for countries trading with Iran
US President Donald Trump has signed an executive order threatening tariffs on countries trading with Iran, raising pressure as nuclear talks continue and tensions remain high.
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MP Otiende Omollo Hails Court Verdict on NG-CDF
Rarieda MP Otiende Omollo has welcomed the Court of Appeal ruling upholding NG-CDF, calling it a major win for citizens who rely on the fund for education, health, and local development projects.
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Ethiopia inches ever closer to war
Ethiopia faces growing risk of renewed war in Tigray after clashes, drone strikes, and troop movements revive memories of the 2020–2022 conflict.
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Clashes intensify in remote east Congo, challenging US mediation
Clashes between Congolese forces and rebel groups are escalating in eastern Congo’s remote highlands, straining hospitals and testing US-backed mediation efforts.
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How millions of Android phone users are left vulnerable to malware and spyware threats
More than 40 per cent of Android phones no longer receive security updates, leaving over a billion users exposed to growing malware and spyware threats worldwide.
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Zimbabwe’s Mugabe latest former African leader to be mentioned in Epstein files
Newly released US justice files have linked former Zimbabwe president Robert Mugabe to emails and unverified claims involving Jeffrey Epstein, reviving scrutiny of Epstein’s global network and influence.
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Kenya receives medical donations from Canada as UHC push continues
Kenya receives medical donations from Canada to support Universal Health Coverage and ease shortages in public hospitals nationwide.
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FKF-PL: Nairobi United’s Karamor to miss APS Bomet clash with injury
Nairobi United face APS Bomet without injured midfielder Michael Karamor as they return to FKF Premier League action.
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Ledama Olekina defends Parliament over claims of control by Executive
Senator Ledama Olekina has dismissed claims that Parliament is controlled by the Executive, saying lawmakers act independently through debate, voting, and constitutional procedures.
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Case against Ugandan man charged with “aggravated homosexuality” dropped, lawyer says
A Ugandan court has dropped a landmark case against a man charged with aggravated homosexuality, citing mental unfitness after long detention on remand.
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