The Chief Registrar of the Kenyan Judiciary, Gladys Boss Shollei has demanded a public audit of her office as well as the Judicial Service Commission…
All posts in September 2013
Another Ugandan MP Dies
Ugandan authorities have officially announced the death of yet another member of parliament less than a month after recording the death of Buhweju MP, Joy…
Westgate Mall After the Attack
Today, merchants and shoppers visited the Westgate mall in large numbers to retrieve their belongings and make peace with themselves.
Since the attack was officially…
Ethiopian Opposition Protests Anti-Terrorism Law
Members of a leading Ethiopian opposition party took to streets of Addis Ababa on Sunday to protest the country’s anti-terrorism law.
Speaking during the protests,…
A Resurgent Opposition in Ethiopia
ADDIS ABABA – An Ethiopian opposition group, Union for Democracy and Justice party (UDJ), has held a large protest demonstration in Addis Ababa on Sunday,…
Al-Shabab Dismisses White Widow’s Involvement in Westgate
The Somalia based Islamist group, Al-Shabab, have dismissed reports that a woman took part in last week’s Westgate mall attack. The group’s Twitter post on…
Protests and Cheers at 2013 Rwanda Day Celebrations
The Rwandan people are once again sharply divided, this time it is over President Paul Kagame’s visit to Canada to celebrate Rwanda day with an…
Retd. Archbishop Gitari Dies at 76
Media reports from Kenya reveal that the former head of the Anglican church in Kenya, Retired Archbishop David Mukuba Gitari is dead.
He is reported…
Ex-Cop Confesses to Being Part of Westgate Attackers
Kenyan police investigating the attack on Westgate mall are examining claims that an ex-Police officer was part of the attackers.
According to Kenyan Police sources,…
Kenyan Security: ‘Israel Warned Us of Possible Attacks in September’
Several sources have confirmed that the Israeli government through its Embassy in Nairobi warned Kenyan security forces of possible attacks against Israeli nationals in Kenya…
Kenya Condemns U.S. Over Recent Travel Advisory
Kenya has condemned a decision by the United States government to reissue a travel advisory warning its citizens against visiting the African country. The advisory…
Al-Shabaab Not a Threat to Ethiopia’s Security
The Spokesperson of Ethiopia’s foreign ministry, Ambassador Dina Mufti, said on Wednesday last week that Somali-Based islamist militant group did not pose any imminent threat…
Authorities Tighten Security in Mombasa
Authorities in Mombasa have issued a top level security threat, leading police officers to increase their presence across the city’s streets.
According to reports, besides…
8 Suspects in Custody over Westgate Attack
8 people are currently in custody and are being questioned by the Kenyan security forces in relation to the Westgate mall attack.
The security forces…
61 People still Missing after Westgate Attack
The Kenyan Red Cross Society’s database reflects that about 61 people are still unaccounted for from the deadly attack on the Westgate mall.
Reports earlier…
Uganda Grants Oil Production Licence to Chinese Firm
The Ugandan government has issued a production licence to a state-owned Chinese firm, for the development of the nation’s oil reserves.
The firm, China National…
Somali Gunmen Attack Kenyan Refugee Camp
Gunmen suspected to be from Somalia have attacked a refugee camp in Dradaab, northern Kenya, on Thursday night.
This attack comes after the Westgate attack…
ICC Extends Ruto’s Break to Wednesday
The presiding Judge of the ICC Chile-Eboe-Osuji has declared that the trial of Kenya’s Deputy President William Ruto will continue on Wednesday next week. This…
UN Calls for Calm in Sudan
The United Nations has called on the government and people of Sudan to restrain from violence after reports yesterday reveal that 50 to 100 protesters…
Over 50 People Dead in Sudan Protests
Protests continue to rage in Sudan after clashes with security forces yesterday left close to 100 people dead.
After midday prayers today, protesters took to…
Kenyatta Appoints Kinyua as Chief of Staff
President Uhuru Kenyatta of Kenya today announced the appointment of Joseph Kinyua as his new chief of staff and head of public service.
The announcement…
Two Officers Killed in Attack on Kenyan Police Station
Two police officers were killed and three others injured in a Thursday attack on a Kenyan police station in Mandera town which borders Somalia.
According…
Al-Shabab Strikes Again & Promise More
Al-Shabab attacked Kenyan border town Mandera early this morning, killing two police officers and injuring three more.
The attack on a security post close to…
Kenyan Government Launch Investigation into Westgate
The Kenyan government has launched an investigation into the Westgate attack that claimed the lives of 72 people and left close to 200 injured.…
Kenya: Explosions and Gunfire Rock Wajir
One person is reported dead and at least two others injured as twin explosions and gun-battle rocked Wajir in the past 48 hours.
The unidentified…
Interpol Issues Arrest Warrant for the ‘White Widow’
On Wednesday, the international police agency, Interpol, issued a “red notice” arrest warrant for Samantha Lewthwaite, also known as the ‘white widow’. Lewthwaithe is the…
Microsoft4Africa to Train Developers in East Africa
Microsoft4Africa has announced the launch of an immersion program designed to train developers in east Africa. Earlier this year, the company revealed that it plans…
29 Dead in Sudan Protests
Reports emerging from Sudan reveal that at least 29 people have been killed in protests over the government’s removal of fuel subsidies.
A hospital in…
International Community Offers Assistance to Kenya
Several countries and international bodies including Interpol, African Union (AU), Germany, Canada, the U.S.A, Britain and Israel have offered to assist the government of Kenya…
Ethiopia Signs Cooperation Agreement with Poland
Ethiopia has entered into a cooperation framework agreement with Poland in an effort to boost bilateral relations between the two countries.
Ethiopian Foreign Affairs State…
ICC Responds to AU over Kenyatta, Ruto Case
Today, the International Criminal Court (ICC) responded to a letter by the African Union (AU) regarding the trial of Kenyan President Uhuru Kenyatta and his…
Uhuru Files New Petition to Exempt Himself from ICC Trial
President Uhuru Kenyatta of Kenya has filed a new petition with the International Criminal Court to allow his trial proceed in his absence.
This new…
Ethiopia Buys Tractors Worth $90 Million
The Ethiopian engineering corporation, Adama Agricultural Machinery Industry (AAMI), has singed a deal with Polish agricultural machinery producer, Ursus, worth $90 million.
The polish giant,…
Uganda to Capitalise on Upcoming Eclipse
The Ugandan cabinet has officially approved a proposal to capitalise on the expected eclipse on November 3rd to promote tourism in Uganda.
This proposal was…
Westgate Attack: British-Somali Suspect Arrested
A British-Somali man has been arrested in connection with the just ended Westgate attack in Kenya. The British Foreign Office confirmed the arrest today, adding…
Kenyan President Confirms the End of the Westgate Mall Siege
Kenya’s president, Uhuru Kenyatta, has confirmed the end of the four-day siege on an up-scale shopping in Kenya and declared three days of national mourning.…
Protests Intensify in Sudan
The streets of Sudan continues to be flooded with protesters demanding the resignation of President Al Bashir after an increase in fuel prices on Sunday…
ICC offers to prosecute Westgate attackers
The chief prosecutor of the International Criminal Court (ICC), Fatou Bensouda, has offered “her deep sympathy to the victims of the appalling attack” in Kenya…
Kenyan forces take control of Westgate
After close to four days of fighting and suspense, Kenyan authorities have confirmed that all the al shabab militants at the Westgate mall have been…
Kenyan authorities arrest 10 Westgate suspects
The Kenyan Police have confirmed, via their Twitter page, that about 10 suspects have been taken in for questioning in relation to the Westgate attack.…
Ethiopia Concerned Over Allegations of Chemical Weapon Use by Syria
The Ethiopian Government has expressed grave concern over allegations that Syria has been using chemical weapons.
The allegations were contained in an investigative report by…
Ethiopia to complete light rail system’s civil works this year
Ethiopia is expected to complete civil works for its first light rail system this year. The project is being carried out by the Chinese Railway…
Al shabab reveals the identites of Westgate attackers
Al shabab has released the names and nationalities of 9 of the attackers involved in the Westgate mall attack. The information was posted on al…
ICC adjourns Ruto, Sang trial for one week
Kenya’s Vice President William Ruto has been given the green light to return home to deal with the Westgate crisis by judges at the International…
Uganda tightens internal security
The government of Uganda has announced it is tightening its internal security following the ongoing al shabab attack on the Westgate shopping mall in Kenya.…
Kenyan forces take control of Westgate
After 3 days of heavy gun battle, Kenyan security forces have been able to take over the Westgate mall. Presently, the attackers are believed to…
Ethiopia under threat of Al Qaeda attack
After the attack on Westgate mall in Nairobi on Saturday, governments across East Africa are bracing themselves for the possibility of attacks from Al Qaeda.…
Ghanaian author killed in Westgate shoot out
The governments of Ghana and Kenya have expressed their condolences to the family of the late author and ex-Chairman of Council of State, Kofi Awonoor.…