May 15
Sudan: Sanctioning Sudanese Rapid Support Forces Commanders [document]
State Department
The United States is today imposing sanctions on two Rapid Support Forces (RSF) commanders, Ali Yagoub Gibril and Osman Mohamed Hamid Mohamed for their role leading RSF operations… Read more »
Kenya: Mediation Talks in Kenya Set to Boost Electoral Process in South Sudan, Says Expert
New Times
A South Sudanese expert said on Tuesday that the ongoing high-level mediation talks for South Sudan, taking place in Nairobi, the capital of Kenya, will add impetus to the upcoming… Read more »
Rwanda: Completion of Rwanda's New Airport Extended to 2028
New Times
Rwanda's new airport in Bugesera District is expected to start operating in 2028, RwandAir CEO Yvonne Manzi Makolo announced during the Qatar Economic Forum in Doha, on May 15. Read more »
Sudan: Nowhere Is Safe As Deadly Fighting Escalates in El Fasher [press release]
MSF
The Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) supported South Hospital in El Fasher, Sudan, has received hundreds of casualties since an escalation of fighting on 10 May. Dr… Read more »
Kenya: Debt Shaming Among Digital Lenders Down 75% On New Law
Capital FM
Cases of harassment and debt shaming by digital lenders have declined by 75 percent, coming on the back of the enactment of the Central Bank Amendment 2021 into law. Read more »
Uganda: Govt Gives 14 New Districts Road Units Worth Shs59bn
Nile Post
A total of 14 new districts have each received a road unit comprising a motor grader and wheel loader. Read more »
Kenya: Harare Hails Kenya's Move to Exempt Zimbabweans From eTA Fee
Capital FM
Kenya has exempted Zimbabweans from the USD30 fee paid by foreigners seeking Electronic Travel Authorization (eTA) to enter the country. Read more »
Kenya: We Are Disappointed With You! Gachagua Criticised Over 'One-Man-One-Shilling' Proposal
Capital FM
Tana River Senator Danson Mungatana has scoffed at Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua following his assertions to support the one vote, on one man one-shilling revenue sharing… Read more »
Uganda: Kenyan First Lady Rachel Ruto Was Misled - Fertiliser Is Used in Uganda, Ignore Myth of 'Fertile Soils'
Africa Check
Kenyan first lady Rachel Ruto was misled - fertiliser is used in Uganda, ignore myth of 'fertile soils' Read more »
Sudan: Small Window Remains to Avert Disaster in Sudan's War-Torn Regions, Warns WFP Deputy Executive Director
WFP
The UN World Food Programme warns that the window to save lives is closing as famine looms in Sudan's war-torn regions with civilians trapped by intensified fighting in northern… Read more »
Kenya: Crafting Success and Community Empowerment - John Mwangi's Journey With African Originals
Capital FM
In the bustling landscape of distilled beverages, African Originals stands out as a beacon of innovation and cultural celebration. At its helm is John Mwangi, a visionary leader… Read more »
Rwanda: Why Rwanda Plans to Set Up Tech to Monitor Land Use
New Times
Rwanda plans to use technology that can help to detect changes in land use, a move that is intended to help tackle deviation including encroachment on agriculture land, and ensure… Read more »
Rwanda: Govt Mulls Punishment for Landowners Who Permit Illegal Mining Activities
New Times
Landowners who allow persons without licenses to carry out mining activities on their land risk being punished if a related provision in a new draft law on mining and quarry… Read more »
Uganda: Angry Woman Confiscates Census Tablet Over Enumerator's Debt
Nile Post
Ms Jennifer Awori, a fish dealer based at Kisima II Island on Lake Victoria in Jinja City East, pounced on 34-year-old Annette Kibekityo, who owed her money. Read more »
Sudan: Severe Water Shortages Plague the Capital Area
Ayin English
"Those who survive gunfire and shelling will die of contaminated water" Read more »
Tanzania: Afrika Muye Muye! Tanzanian Rumba & Muziki Wa Dansi 1968-70
Afropop
Note: If you yearn to experience classic and modern African music in person on the continent, consider joining Afropop Worldwide's, February 2025 Music and Culture Tour of Tanzania… Read more »
Ethiopia: Prosperity Party, TPLF Convened for the Third Round of Peace Talks in Mekelle, Tigray
Addis Standard
The ruling Prosperity Party (PP) and the Tigray People's Liberation Front (TPLF) convened for their third round of party-to-party political dialogue in Mekelle today, according to… Read more »
Ethiopia: Revised Land Bill Provides Financial Access to Smallholder Farmers Through Tenure Certificates
Addis Standard
Lawmakers sanctioned the revised Rural Land Management and Use legislation on 14 May, 2024. Read more »
Uganda: A Brutal Attack in Nateete - Business Deal Gone Wrong
Nile Post
A seemingly routine business transaction at Bashir Grain Millers in Nateete took a horrifying turn when a financial verification process escalated into a violent attempted murder.… Read more »
Sudan: Us Ambassador - 'Darfur Is On the Precipice of a Large-Scale Massacre'
Dabanga
US Ambassador to the United Nations, Linda Thomas-Greenfield, has warned that "a large-scale massacre" is imminent in El Fasher, capital of North Darfur. In a post on her X… Read more »
Kenya: Deadline for Public Memoranda On Finance Bill Set for May 28
Capital FM
Kenyans can now give their input on the Finance Bill 2024 after the National Assembly opened the fora for the public to share their views concerning the bill which contains… Read more »
Kenya: Kenyans Have Until Monday to Submit Views On Finance Bill 2024
Capital FM
The Departmental Committee on Finance and National Planning has invited the public and stakeholders to submit their written views on the Finance Bill 2024 by Monday, March 18,… Read more »
Rwanda: 2024 Elections - Political Parties Forum Warns Against Dirty Money in Campaigns
New Times
The National Consultative Forum of Political Organisations (NFPO) has warned its member organisations against dirty money - money obtained illegally or not through any good or… Read more »
Kenya: Ruto's Directive to Impact Tea Exporters' Margins
Business Day Africa
Multinational tea exporters are bracing for impact as the government announces plans to prohibit shipping of bulk tea, a move aimed at preserving the distinct identity of Kenyan… Read more »
Kenya: President Ruto Makes Two New State Appointments
Capital FM
President William Ruto has appointed Lazarus Amayo as the Special Envoy of the African Union Championship for Institutional Reforms, and former Amani National Congress party… Read more »