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Kenya’s Ebola cases test preparedness beyond Nairobi Original
Nairobi, Kenya – Kenya’s response to an imported Ebola case has demonstrated its ability to mobilise a national response in the capital. But a suspected case in the northeastern county of Wajir has raised a critical question: whether the country’s preparedness measures can protect communities far from major hospitals, laboratories and transport hubs. The suspected case in Wajir tested negative, according to county officials, easing fears of wider transmission.
AFCON 2027: East Africa races to get tournament-ready Original
Nairobi, Kenya – With less than nine months until the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations kicks off, Kenya, Uganda and Tanzania are entering the most demanding phase of preparations: completing and testing the stadiums, training grounds and supporting infrastructure needed to host the tournament.
Why is Kenya turning against Tata Chemicals in Magadi?
Magadi, Kenya – For more than a century, soda ash has shaped life in Magadi, a remote town on the shores of Lake Magadi in Kenya's Kajiado County. The mineral has brought exports, jobs and business. But for many people living around the lake, that activity has not brought enough opportunities or basic services. The result is a complicated relationship with Tata Chemicals Magadi, the company that has mined soda ash there for generations. Now that relationship is under strain.
Kenya’s aviation strike is over, but the dispute is far from settled Original
Nairobi, Kenya – At Kenya’s airports, the return to normal operations came almost as quickly as the disruption had spread. After two days of delays, cancellations and stranded passengers, aviation workers were told to return to their stations on September 1 after government officials, union leaders and aviation executives reached a return-to-work agreement following negotiations that continued through the night. The talks concluded in the early hours of Tuesday. The deal ended the strike.
Kenya’s aviation strike is over, but the dispute is far from settled
2 hours ago An editor of one of Kenya's largest media groups was abducted by armed men and release hours later at the edge of a dam more than 200 km away, his employer said on Wednesday. Alex Kiprotich, an associate editor at Standard Group, was taken from a car near the city of Nakuru shortly before 9:20pm …
Can Kenya's AI ambitions coexist with Naivasha's water needs?
Naivasha, Kenya – For communities living around Naivasha, water is not an abstract resource. It sustains families, livestock, farms and schools. That reality has taken on new significance after plans for a major Microsoft-G42 data centre in Olkaria, near Lake Naivasha, stalled in May 2026 over concerns about available power capacity. Microsoft and United Arab Emirates-based artificial intelligence company G42 announced the project in 2024 as part of a $1bn digital investment package for Kenya.
TRT Afrika - Uganda’s open door and the enduring power of African solidarity
Uganda is a young nation that hosts one of the largest refugee populations in the world. It is Africa’s largest refugee-hosting nation and the third globally, accommodating over , mainly from South Sudan, the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) and Sudan. Uganda’s example stands as a powerful testament to the enduring strength of African solidarity.
TRT Afrika - How the Iran war is hitting Africa’s economy, geography and politics.
The war in Iran may be unfolding thousands of kilometres away from Africa, but its consequences are already reverberating across the continent. From rising fuel prices in East Africa to strained public finances in the south, the conflict is exposing structural vulnerabilities that African economies have long struggled to address. What appears distant geopolitically is, in reality, immediate and deeply disruptive. Economic shockwaves The most visible impact has come through energy markets.
TRT Afrika - Uturuki na Afrika: Safari ya ushirikiano wa muda mrefu na matumaini mapya
Mohamed Ahmed Alasow alikuwa na umri wa miaka kumi wakati aliyekuwa Waziri Mkuu wa wakati huo, Recep Tayyip Erdogan, alipotembelea mji wa Mogadishu mwaka 2011. Wakati huo, Somalia ilikuwa ikijinasua kutoka katika moja ya vipindi vigumu zaidi katika historia yake ya kisasa; njaa kali, migogoro, na kutekelezwa kimataifa vilikuwa vikifafanua maisha ya kila siku kwa miaka kadhaa.
TRT Afrika - Türkiye's enduring footprints in Africa: A story of partnership and hope
Mohamed Ahmed Alasow was ten years old when then–Prime Minister Recep Tayyip Erdoğan visited Mogadishu in 2011. At the time, Somalia was emerging from one of the darkest chapters in its modern history; famine, conflict, and international neglect had defined daily life for years. For many Somalis of Mohamed’s generation, that visit was more than a diplomatic event; it was a moment of hope.
TRT Afrika - Djibouti: Taifa dogo lenye diplomasia ‘nyingi’
Djibouti inaendelea, japo kwa taratibu, ahueni ya kweli kidiplomasia katika eneo la Pembe ya Afrika. Katika ngazi ya Umoja wa Afrika, Djibouti inaendelea kuunga mkono jitihada za usuluhishi. Nchi hiyo imekuwa mstari wa mbele katika kutatua migogoro iliyoikumba maeneo tofauti kama vile Sudan, Somalia, Ethiopia na mwambao wa Bahari ya Shamu. Mara kwa mara, Djibouti imekuwa mjumbe katika Baraza la Amani na Usalama la Umoja wa Afrika, ikiwemo mwezi Machi 2025.
Jubaland: a decade reining in the slippery state
Somalia’s federal government and Jubaland state have issued arrest warrants for each other’s leaders, turning their power struggle into a bizarre legal drama. The Banadir Regional Court in Mogadishu has charged Jubaland President Ahmed Mohamed Islam Madobe with treason and collusion with foreign entities, while Jubaland’s judiciary has countered by accusing President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud of corruption and constitutional violations.
Islam, Somalinimo and American identity
Rebuilding a shattered mirror requires meticulous effort and a willingness to confront the varying and incomplete reflections within its fragments. Each shard tells a part of the story and reassembling them is no simple task. For much of my life, this broken mirror symbolized my identity—a blend of Somali heritage, being raised in America, and the grounding influence of my Islamic faith.
Tempting your taste buds: The best burgers in Karachi
Karachi, the vibrant metropolis of Pakistan, is famous for its rich culture and bustling streets and its diverse and mouthwatering food scene. Amidst the plethora of culinary delights, Karachi has become a haven for burger enthusiasts. From juicy beef patties to flavorful chicken options and creative vegetarian variations, the city has something to satisfy every burger lover's craving.
Pakistani Fusion Cuisine Ignites Taste Buds Worldwide
Pakistan's culinary landscape is a tapestry of flavors enriched by centuries of diverse cultural influences. Now, a new gustatory adventure awaits as Pakistani chefs embark on a creative journey of fusion cuisine. Blending the richness of traditional Pakistani dishes with international culinary influences, they are crafting delightful concoctions that captivate taste buds both near and far.
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