Mohammed Yusuf

Kenya Says 'Not at War,' Amid Diplomatic Tensions With Neighbors

Kenya has strained relations with the DRC and Sudan, which recently recalled their ambassadors from Nairobi, as well as with Uganda and Tanzania

Africa's Humanitarian Crises Underreported Amid Conflicts in Europe, Middle East

A charity identifies 10 African nations confronting humanitarian challenges that got little news coverage in 2023

Diplomatic Spats in East Africa Spark Conflict Fears

Countries complain of alleged interference in their internal affairs and threats to their sovereignty

Kenyan President's Remarks on Judiciary Condemned

Critics are calling for nationwide protests to protect the judiciary's independence and respect for the rule of law

Africa Forges Global Ties, Seeks More International Influence

African leaders participated in several summits in 2023 to foster connections around the world

Scientists Aim to Save Northern White Rhino From Extinction

Frozen embryos from an aging female northern white rhino are to be implanted into a female surrogate rhino from another species

In Sudan, Health Care Crisis Looms for Unborn, Newborn as Conflict Escalates

One aid group estimates that some 30,000 children will be born in war-torn Sudan over the next three months without access to proper medical care

Rights Group Claims Company Intimidates Communities Along Tanzania-Uganda Oil Pipeline

Residents along the pipeline route are forced to accept inadequate compensation for their land, Global Witness says

Kenya's Electronic Health System Transforms Rural Health Care Access

Hospitals have recorded an increase in people seeking medical assistance since the deployment of the system

Kenya's Judiciary Proposes Abolishing Death Penalty, Reducing Sentences

Judiciary is seeking to reduce life sentences to 30 years

IMF Warns Africa of Economic Vulnerabilities as China’s Economy Slows

As China’s economy faces a wide range of challenges, IMF warns of 'negative spillovers'

Africa Grapples With Severe Teacher Shortage as Student Enrollment Surges

UN agency says continent needs at least 15 million teachers to teach primary and secondary students by 2030 to address the shortage

AI Chatbot Empowers Kenyans to Navigate Legal Obstacles

It helps Kenyans learn the country's laws and how to seek justice

Kenyan Court Dismisses GMO Lawsuit, Raises East Africa Trade Concerns

The decision clears the path for the importation of genetically modified foods and affects regional trade between Nairobi and its neighbors

Kenya Reshuffles Cabinet Ahead of Haiti Peacekeeping

The nation has struggled to deal with the high cost of living and unemployment after promising to improve people's lives and provide better opportunities

CAR, Chad Conduct Separate Military Operations Amid Border Security Concerns

UN Accuses South Sudan Government of Widespread Rights Abuses

In new report, United Nations Commission on Human Rights calls for justice, accountability

Kenya's Rising Cost of Living Leaves Low-Income Earners Struggling

The Kenyan government blames businesses for higher prices

Kenyan MP Proposes Extending Presidential Term to Seven Years 

Samson Cherargei of United Democratic Alliance, senator from Rift Valley region, said current five-year mandate is not enough to run a government

Study: Farmers Face Climate Change Threat to Their Farms, Incomes

The report highlights that 1 in every 6 farmers has suffered a nearly 16% loss of income due to adverse weather conditions over the past two years