East Africa Digest

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Business

Govt vows to revitalise coffee and dairy sectors to boost farmers’ incomes

omondi84FF February 9, 2026
Business

Gold and silver plunge after stunning rally reversal shock

omondi84FF February 2, 2026
Business

IMF board approves final review of Zambia’s lending program, unlocking $190 million

omondi84FF January 28, 2026
Business

CBK invites bids for reopened 15 and 25 year Treasury Bonds

omondi84FF January 23, 2026
Business

Step-by-Step Guide for Buying Kenya Pipeline Shares Online

omondi84FF January 21, 2026
Business

Zambia Holds Early Talks With China on Currency Swap to Reduce Dollar Risk

omondi84FF January 8, 2026

Oldest Homo sapiens fossil discovery changes evolution timeline.

Magazine

New Fossil Evidence Pushes Back Homo Sapiens’ Evolution Timeline

A Groundbreaking Discovery in Human Ancestry A newly uncovered fossil, believed to be the oldest Homo sapiens remains ever found, is challenging long-standing theories about…

Rarieda MP Otiende Omollo addresses the media after the Court of Appeal upheld the constitutionality of NG-CDF.

Politics

MP Otiende Omollo Hails Court Verdict on NG-CDF

omondi84FF February 7, 2026

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.

Olekina Defends Parliament Independence in Kenya

Politics

Ledama Olekina defends Parliament over claims of control by Executive

omondi84FF February 3, 2026

Senator Ledama Olekina has dismissed claims that Parliament is controlled by the Executive, saying lawmakers act independently through debate, voting, and constitutional procedures.

Uganda’s army chief Muhoozi Kainerugaba during a public appearance amid political controversy.

Politics

This army chief threatened to castrate opposition leader and claimed descent from Jesus

omondi84FF January 31, 2026

Uganda army chief Muhoozi Kainerugaba during a public appearance amid political controversy.

Babu Owino speaking about ODM ticket plans ahead of Nairobi governor race.

Politics

Babu Owino Claims ODM Is Planning to Block His Nairobi Governor Bid

omondi84FF January 20, 2026

Babu Owino claims ODM is plotting to deny him the Nairobi governor ticket, similar to Tim Wanyonyi’s 2022 experience.

Sudan war 1000 days showing civilians displaced by ongoing conflict.

Politics

Sudan After 1,000 Days of War: A Nation in Deep Humanitarian Crisis

omondi84FF January 9, 2026

Sudan war 1000 days has pushed millions into hunger, displacement, and fear as violence between rival forces continues with no clear end in sight.

Israel’s foreign minister meets Somaliland President Abdirahman Mohamed Abdullahi during historic visit

Politics

Israel’s Foreign Minister Makes Historic Visit to Somaliland

omondi84FF January 7, 2026

Israel’s foreign minister has visited Somaliland after recognising the region, holding historic talks with its president.

Ugandan voters and security officers during the Uganda election amid concerns over internet access

Politics

Uganda Denies Plans to Shut Down Internet During Upcoming Election

omondi84FF January 6, 2026

Uganda has denied plans to shut down internet access during next week’s election despite opposition fears.

Kenya Rising Starlets players celebrate after scoring against Tanzania in a FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup qualifier match.

Sports

Alumira backs Rising Starlets to seal World Cup qualification

omondi84FF February 11, 2026

Former Harambee Starlets coach Alex Alumira has expressed confidence in the Rising Starlets after their 1-0 first-leg win over Tanzania. He believes mental strength, discipline, and unity will help Kenya secure qualification for the 2027 FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup.

Nairobi United midfielder Michael Karamor sidelined with injury ahead of APS Bomet match

Sports

FKF-PL: Nairobi United’s Karamor to miss APS Bomet clash with injury

omondi84FF February 4, 2026

Nairobi United face APS Bomet without injured midfielder Michael Karamor as they return to FKF Premier League action.

Senegal coach banned after AFCON final chaos during Morocco clash

Sports

Senegal coach banned, fined over Cup of Nations final fracas

omondi84FF January 29, 2026

CAF has suspended Senegal coach Pape Thiaw for five matches and issued heavy fines to both Senegal and Morocco after unsporting conduct disrupted the AFCON final, despite Senegal’s extra-time victory.

Detroit Pistons players celebrate after edging the Denver Nuggets 109–107 in an NBA road victory

Sports

Pistons escape Nuggets rally, Thunder roll Pelicans

omondi84FF January 28, 2026

The Pistons survived a late Nuggets rally to win 109–107, while the Thunder, 76ers, and Knicks recorded important victories.

Agnes Ng’etich and Daniel Ebenyo at the 2026 Sirikwa Classic Cross Country launch in Eldoret

Sports

Ng’etich and Ebenyo to Lead 2026 Sirikwa Classic Cross Country in Eldoret

omondi84FF January 21, 2026

World champions Agnes Ng’etich and Daniel Ebenyo will headline the 2026 Sirikwa Classic Cross Country in Eldoret, fresh from strong World Cross Country Championship performances.

AFCON 2026 knockout stage bracket showing quarter-final teams in Morocco

Sports

Africa Cup of Nations 2026: Bracket and Full Knockout Schedule Explained

omondi84FF January 7, 2026

The AFCON 2026 knockout stage begins in Morocco as eight teams battle for the continental title.

Cameroon players celebrate during the Cameroon South Africa Afcon quarter-final qualifier

Sports

Cameroon Defeat South Africa to Set Up Afcon Quarter-Final Clash With Morocco

omondi84FF January 5, 2026

Cameroon beat South Africa 2–1 in the Afcon last-16 to book a quarter-final clash against hosts Morocco.

Trump Iran tariffs spark global concern as US warns countries trading with Tehran

World

Trump threatens tariffs for countries trading with Iran

omondi84FF February 7, 2026

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.

Bad Bunny reacts emotionally after winning Album of the Year at the 2026 Grammy Awards

World

Bad Bunny makes Grammy history as stars protest against ICE

omondi84FF February 2, 2026

Bad Bunny made Grammy history by winning Album of the Year, as artists turned the 2026 ceremony into a powerful platform for immigration advocacy and solidarity.

Security personnel at the scene of a jihadist attack in Sabon Gari, Borno State, northeast Nigeria

World

Deadly jihadist attack kills dozens in northeast Nigeria, including soldiers

omondi84FF January 30, 2026

Dozens of people, including soldiers, were killed in a deadly jihadist attack in northeast Nigeria, highlighting ongoing insecurity in Borno State despite years of military operations.

An oil tanker sailing through the English Channel amid scrutiny over enforcement of sanctions on Russian vessels.

World

Dozens of sanctioned Russian tankers navigate Channel despite UK vow of ‘assertive’ action

omondi84FF January 23, 2026

Dozens of Russian oil tankers under UK sanctions have sailed through the English Channel, raising questions about enforcement of measures tied to the Ukraine war.