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Kenyans Take to the Streets to Protest Over Unbridled Graft
By Joseph MurayaNairobi — Hundreds of Kenyans on Thursday took to the streets of Nairobi to protest against rampant corruption in government agencies. This follows two weeks of shocking revelations of how taxpayers' money running to billions of shillings was pocketed by a few individuals. Led by Wanjeru Nderu, a human rights defender, the protestors handed a detailed petition to the Office of President recommending measures to curb the menace.
South Africa: Water Corruption, Northern Suburbs Edition
analysis By Nkateko MabasaThree people have been arrested and appeared in court in connection with the installation of illegal water meter connections for water that supplies a large part of the Waterfall City Estate. The City of Joburg loses between R5-billion and R8-billion annually to revenue leakages and accounts being deleted from the City's billing system.
Namibia: Boxing Star Jarmann Set for Pan-African War
It will be an all-out war in the vacant WBA Pan-African super-welterweight title showdown between Namibia's Anthony Jarmann and Tanzania's Salehe Mkalekwa on the Fox Sports Africa Boxing promotions tournament in Mbabane, Swaziland on Friday night. The boxers arrived in Mbabane on Wednesday, and almost came to blows as they checked into their hotel. But a swift movement from world-renowned WBA official Stan Christodoulou averted a punch-up in front of bystanders in the lobby.
South Africa: Cape Town Storm - Two Healthcare Centres Remain Closed After Flooding
Two community healthcare centres are expected to remain closed on Friday after overnight flooding, according to the Western Cape health department. The Parow and Belhar community day centres were submerged after heavy rain fell overnight, which caused extensive flooding in the areas and in Goodwood, Ravensmead and Bellville South. "Alternative arrangements have been made to accommodate clients seeking medical attention at these facilities," department spokesperson Maret Lesch said in a statement.
South Africa: No Sign of Promised Masiphumelele Houses
By Thembela NtonganaNearly six months after construction was due to start, there is no sign of the long-awaited houses to be built on former national park land in Masiphumelele. In response to a query from GroundUp on 30 June 2017, the City of Cape Town said civil engineering services for the provision of water, electricity, sewage and roads were underway and would be completed by August 2017.
Namibia: Fuel Prices to Increase By 60c a Litre
By Sakeus IikelaMines and energy minister Tom Alweendo has announced that the price of both petrol and diesel will increase by 60 cents a litre. The increase is effective from Wednesday, 6 June. The increase is partly necessitated by the ministry's decision to adjust the Road Fund Administration levy by eight cents per litre from 122 cents per litre to 130 cents per litre on all controlled petroleum products.
Ghana: Mining Tasked to Produce Some Mining Inputs Locally--President Akufo-Addo
press release The President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo has urged mining companies operating in Ghana to leverage their spending on the importation of tools and equipment to producing them locally. President Akufo-Addo said the large amount of foreign exchange spent by mining companies on the importation of industrial tools and equipment into the country could boost Ghana's economy if part of that money were spent locally through the production of many of the tools and equipment in the country.
Namibia: Roads Contractor Company Property Auctioned Off Over Debt
By Luqman CloeteThe property of the Roads Contractor Company (RCC) district office at Keetmanshoop yesterday went under the hammer over a N$4 million debt owed to Namibia Protection Services (NPS). Deputy sheriff Pieter van Heerden attached the assets that included vehicles, office furniture, computers and earthmoving equipment after the RCC failed to honour a settlement agreement made last year.
Kenya: Woman Shot Dead By Police at City Park Buried
By Ndung'u GachaneThe woman who was shot and killed by police officers in Nairobi has been buried. Janet Wangui was laid to rest at her husband's home in Murang'a on Thursday. She died on May 20 after being shot by police while in a car with her nephew Bernard Chege at City Park, Parklands. SHOOTING Five police officers have recorded statements. A post-mortem conducted on the body of Ms Wangui indicated that she died as a result of internal bleeding after vital organs were damaged by a bullet.
South Africa: 'Cancer Treatment in the North West Is Impossible'
Activists say that at least one patient has been trying to get treatment since 2013. Only one radiation oncologist is left to treat cancer patients in North West, a health department statement shows. "With only one oncologist, cancer treatment here is impossible," says Adele Botha, the North West divisional manager for the Cancer Association of South Africa (Cansa).
Kenya: Hassan Joho, Gideon Moi Declare Unity Pact
By Mohamed AhmedMombasa Governor Hassan Joho and Baringo Senator Gideon Moi on Thursday announced a unity deal ahead of 2022.
Uganda: Jubilee Holdings to Pump U.S.$44 Million Into Bujagali Power Plant
Jubilee Holdings is set to invest an additional $44 million in Ugandan hydroelectric power plant Bujagali as part of the insurance group's diversification across the East Africa region. The investment will significantly increase the insurer's shareholding in the power distributor two years after it bought a $54,2 million stake.
Namibia: Stimulus Sees Limited Growth Opportunities
By Angela KabozuStimulus Investments Limited saw no portfolio growth in terms of independent valuations. Stimulus' operational manager, Pieter Laubscher, said this in Windhoek yesterday during the presentation of the company's financial statements for the year ended 28 February 2018, which showed flat portfolio growth. "This is reflective of the tough economic environment and commensurate effect on the company's earnings for the year under review," he added.
Nigeria: Okorocha Kicks As South-East APC Leaders Endorse Current Party Leaders From Zone
By Agency ReportSome leaders of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in the South-east have endorsed the retention of national officers representing the zone at the party's National Working Committee (NWC). Orji Kalu, a former governor of Abia, stated this after a meeting of the stakeholders on Thursday in Abuja.
Stepping Up Efforts to Stop Spread of Ebola
Latest figures (source: DRC Ministry of Health, as of May 28, 2018) Read more » Congo-Kinshasa: Cases, Deaths and Suspected Cases in the Ebola Outbreak Angolan Government has vowed to reduce the risk of introducing Ebola virus into the country from the neighbouring Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC).
Nigeria: Muslim Rights Group Welcomes Jolly Nyame's Jail Sentence
By Agency ReportMr Nyame after the ruling. The governor waited for over 20 minutes before leaving the court room The Muslim Rights Concern (MURIC) has commended the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) for doing a thorough investigation into the corruption case of former governor, Jolly Nyame of Taraba. The Director of MURIC, Ishaq Akintola, made the commendation in a statement made available to the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Thursday in Abuja.
Kenya: Governor Joho Makes Peace With President Kenyatta
By Mohamed AhmedMombasa Governor Hassan Joho has said he no longer has a score to settle with President Uhuru Kenyatta. Mr Joho, who has been a critic of President Kenyatta's government, extended an olive branch. "Initially we used to be sceptical of visits by President Kenyatta in this region, particularly in Mombasa. But now we are looking forward to his visits in Mombasa because we want to continue building bridges," he said on Thursday.
Kenya Risks Missing Comesa Deadline for Sugar Sector Reforms
By Business DailyKenya is likely to miss the Common Market for Eastern and Southern Africa (Comesa) deadline for liberalising the sugar industry due to wrangles between governors and the Privatisation Commission over sale of mills. The Council of Governors (CoG) has rejected the sale in its entirety, saying it will not solve problems facing farmers, instead demanding the assets revert to the counties.
Kenya/Tanzania: Tanzanian Giants Jet in for Sportpesa Super Cup
By David KwalimwaTanzanian champions Simba SC could miss the services of deadly strikers Emanuel Okwi and John Bocco in the upcoming SportPesa Super Cup. This eight-team tournament kicks off on Sunday at the Afraha Stadium in Nakuru with the winning team assured of a historic trip to play English Premier League side Everton at Goodison Park next month.
Rwanda's Arsenal Sponsorship Deal Sparks Outrage
Rwanda has struck a sponsorship deal with English soccer club Arsenal for about €34.5 million -- a deal that has rubbed many the wrong way since the country receives foreign aid. It caused quite a stir when news broke that Rwandan government had signed a $39 million (€34.5 million) sponsorship deal with London football club Arsenal. The slogan "Visit Rwanda" will be emblazoned on the players' shirts for three years.
Africa: Affordable Housing Solutions in Pipes, Containers and 3D Printers
By Rina ChandranBangkok — Could 3D homes solve the shortage of affordable housing in Hong Kong? A critical shortage of affordable housing across the world is triggering creative solutions from Hong Kong to El Salvador, in the form of modified pipes, containers and 3D printers. At least 150 million people, or about 2 percent of the world's population, are homeless, according to United Nations data. About 1.6 billion people - more than a fifth of the global population - lack adequate housing.
Zimbabwe: Diamond Firms Get New Board Members
By Innocent RuwendeGovernment appointed new board members for the Zimbabwe Consolidated Diamond Company (ZCDC) and the Zimbabwe Mining Development Company (ZMDC) yesterday. Mines and Mining Development Minister Winston Chitando told journalists yesterday that the boards will be seized with implementing Government objectives and supporting the vision of achieving a middle income economy by the year 2030 .
South Africa: KZN Father Killed in Front of His Kids During Botched Hijacking
A KwaZulu-Natal man was shot and killed in front of his children during a botched hijacking on Thursday afternoon, Crisis Medical paramedics said. "Reports indicate that the man was travelling with his daughter and son in the family vehicle when suspects attempted to hijack another motorist before setting their sights on the victim's Volkswagen," spokesperson Kyle Van Reenen said in a statement. "An armed suspect fired a shot from the front passenger side of the vehicle, striking the victim.
Uganda: Taxi Driver Knocks Boda Boda Cyclist Dead in Kampala
By Henry MulindwaOne person has been confirmed dead in a motor accident at Airtel Towers Roundabout on Jinja Road in Kampala. Eyewitnesses say, Ramathan Kato Bulyamu, a boda boda cyclist was hit by a speeding taxi Reg No. UBD 438 J at about 6:30 pm on Thursday. The rider was then run over by a truck which crushed his head. However, the passenger on the boda boda miraculously jumped off the bike and survived being knocked.
Kenya: Court Declines to Block Hiring of Cuban Doctors
By Racheal MburuNairobi — The Employment and Labour Relations Court has declined to suspend the recruitment of 100 Cuban doctors by the government. In a ruling rendered Thursday afternoon, Judge Onesmus Makau refused to issue an order sought by a government doctor seeking to stop the deployment of specialist Cuban doctors to Kenyan hospitals on grounds that their credentials have not been scrutinized to ascertain suitability.
Kenya: Kitale-Lodwar Road Closed for Kainuk Bridge Repair
By Sammy LuttaThe Kitale-Lodwar road was on Thursday closed at Kainuk as the Kenya National Highway Authority rushed to repair Kainuk Bridge. On Thursday, all motorists were barred from using the road as the agency reinforced the bridge. The bridge will be used by trucks transporting oil to Mombasa from Lokichar, Turkana County. President Uhuru Kenyatta is expected to flag off the trucking under the Early Oil Pilot Scheme on Sunday despite the lack of a dependable bridge.
Uganda: Repent On Kidnaps - Archbishops
By Derrick WanderaKampala — Catholic and Anglican archbishops yesterday united to plead with Ugandans to seek God and repent over the spate of kidnaps and killings across the country. The archbishops and faithful held joint afternoon prayers at both the Anglican and Catholic martyrs' shrines at Namugongo, on the outskirts of Kampala city, ahead of Uganda Martyrs Day celebrations on Sunday.
Namibia: Namcor Completes Forensic Probe
By Kuzeeko TjitemisaWindhoek — The National Petroleum Corporation of Namibia (Namcor) Board has completed forensic investigations into alleged corrupt practices by company Managing Director Immanuel Mulunga and IT executive Bonifatius Konjore. Board Chairperson, Patrick Kauta told New Era on Wednesday that the forensic investigations, which was carried out by tax advisory and auditing firm Deloitte has ended and its findings will be ready by mid-next week.
Tanzanian Lawmakers Ask, Where Are Acacia's Taxes?
By Alawi MasareDodoma — Ubungo MP Mr Saed Kubenea (Chadema) has asked the government to report on the status of the gold/copper concentrate banned from exportation last year. Mr Kubenea who was contributing to the debate of the Ministry of Energy budget on Friday said it was unfortunate that the whole budget speech did not say anything about the mineral concentrates and tax issues related to the saga. "What is exactly the status?
Madagascar/South Africa: Madagascar Tops Group A, Sets Up Last 8 Meeting With South Africa
1 June 2018- Madagascar ensured top place in Group A at the COSAFA Cup in Polokwane on Thursday, 31 May 2018 with a 1-0 victory over the Comoros Islands to finish one point ahead of Mozambique, who made heavy weather of beating the Seychelles 2-1 at the same time. Madagascar will now meet hosts South Africa in the quarter-final on Sunday, 3 June in what will effectively be an energy-sapping fourth match in seven days for them at the tournament.
Zimbabwe: ED Heads to Mash West Today
By Sydney KawadzaPresident Mnangagwa descends on the farming town of Chegutu today as the ruling party rolls out its election campaign in Mashonaland West Province. The President, who is expected to officiate at the renaming of formerly Suri Suri Airbase to Jason Ziapapa Moyo Air Force Base, will address a star rally at Pfupajena Stadium in Chegutu.
Zimbabwe: Ruling Party Cancels Matabeleland South Rally
President Mnangagwa will not hold a Zanu-PF star rally in Matabeleland South tomorrow as earlier announced. Zanu-PF national spokesperson Cde Simon Khaya Moyo yesterday said the Matabeleland South rally would be held at a date to be advised. He made the clarification following media reports claiming that the President would visit Matabeleland South tomorrow to monitor projects and hold a star rally.
Zimbabwe: Grace Mugabe Ivory Case Postponed As Exhibits Under Lock and Key
THE trial of two suspected ivory poaching kingpins who allegedly worked under the instructions of former Firts Lady Grace Mugabe failed to kick off on Thursday after the state indicated that exhibits were locked up. Prosecutor, Francesca Mukumbiri, told court that the person who keeps the keys was not available. In addition, the state has also not availed documents requested by the defence lawyers, further stalling progress.
Botswana: UNDP Mobilises Against Measles
By Kedirebofe PelontleSehithwa — The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) in Botswana through its Ngamiland Sustainable Land Management (SLM) project has donated medication to address challenges of measles affecting cattle and the communities around Lake Ngami. The UNDP on May 29 handed the measles medication to the District Health Management Team (DHMT) representative to be distributed to all the villages surrounding the Lake Ngami.
Kenya: Western Envoys Pledge Support in War Against Corruption
By Stella CheronoFifteen Heads of Mission in Kenya have asked the Judiciary to take swift action to ensure fair trials and justice in the recent corruption cases. The ambassadors said they welcome the recent action by the Director of Public Prosecutions, working with the Directorate of Criminal Investigations, to charge officials in connection with reports of widespread corruption at the National Youth Service (NYS).
Kenya: AK Nyanza North Holds Championships
By Victor OtienoAthletics Kenya (AK) Nyanza North will hold the region's counties track and field athletics championships this weekend.In Kisumu County, the event will be held at Moi Stadium while Homa Bay and Siaya counties will host their championships at Mawego Technical Training Institute and Siaya Medical Training College respectively.
Kenya: First Quarter Tea Output Rises By 19%, Hurts Price
By Gerald AndaeTea production in the first four months of the year improved by 19 per cent compared with same period last year, but has impacted negatively on price at the auction. Data from the Tea Directorate indicates the volume between January and April rose to 144 million kilos against 121 million kilos recorded in the same period last year. The increase was largely attributed to the onset of rains, in turn pushing prices to a three-year low.
Kenya: Victor Wanyama to Grace National Football Symposium
By David KwalimwaHarambee Stars captain Victor Wanyama and Sports PS Kirimi Kaberia are among eight dignitaries invited to a national football symposium aimed at addressing the challenges currently grappling the sport on the local front.
Kenyan Marathon Star Named Tree Conservation Ambassador
Marathon star Lucy Kabuu was on Wednesday named brand ambassador for the Goldenscape Trees Africa Marathon with its inaugural race featuring a 10-kilometre run in Nyeri County on Saturday. Kabuu, who clocked two hours, 27 minutes and two seconds to win the 2018 Emporio Armani Milano Marathon in Italy last month, said she decided to support the initiative since planting of trees would provide perfect training conditions for athletes.
Kenya: Principal Secretary Lilian Omollo Falls Ill at Langata Prison, Admitted to KNH
Photo: Daily Nation Public Service Principal Secretary Lillian Mbogo Omollo when she appeared before the National Assembly's Public Accounts Committee on May 25, 2018. Youth Affairs Principal Secretary Lilian Omollo was admitted to Kenyatta National Hospital on Wednesday morning after falling ill at Lang'ata Women's Prison. Mrs Omollo, according to sources at the prison, complained of dizziness and was trembling at night, forcing staff to take her to the clinic.
Debt Still Secret, But Mozambique Govt Plans More
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Angola Needs to Focus On Primary Health Care to Lower Child Mortality
Luanda — The Angolan government still needs to place more emphasis on primary public health care in the country, so as to reduce the maternal and child mortality. The fact was defended on Wednesday in the central Huambo province by the Minister of State and Head of the President's Security Office, Pedro Sebastião, when addressing the opening of the 28th Advisory Council of the Ministry of Health.
Kenya: Newcomer Kigen Shakes Up Steeplechase Status Quo
Midway through the final lap of the men's 3000m steeplechase at Saturday's Prefontaine Classic, the third meeting of the IAAF Diamond League, a common thought rippled through the 12,000-strong crowd at Hayward Field: who? As in, who exactly was that Kenyan out front, the guy charging into the final bend with a 15-metre lead over world and Olympic champion Conseslus Kipruto?
Kenya: KPA Boss Mturi-Wairi Sent on Compulsory Leave
By Winnie AtienoKenya Ports Authority (KPA) Managing Director Catherine Mturi-Wairi has been sent on compulsory leave. The KPA board on Wednesday cited lack of effective leadership, non responsive work culture, consistent failure to implement board resolutions and absence of explicit performance targets for sending Ms Mturi-Wairi on leave.
National Prayer Day Brings Kenyan Leaders Together
President Uhuru Kenyatta, Deputy President William Ruto, opposition leader Raila Odinga and Somali President Mohamed Abdullahi attended the prayer session, aimed at giving leaders an opportunity to reaffirm their commitment to God, and dedicate the nation to divine protection. Kenyatta and Odinga's efforts to unite the country seem to be continuing, as they were seen hugging and shaking hands after being prayed for.
Kenya: Field of 72 for Ladies Open Championship
By Larry NgalaIt is the ladies' turn at 72 Sigona Golf Club course this weekend, just a few days after the "Road to Karen" pro event. A field of 72 ladies, 42 in Silver division and 30 in the Bronze will be converging on the par 72 course for this year's Kenya Ladies Open Amateur Stroke play Championship. The field includes 21 visiting players from Uganda, Tanzania, Swaziland and Sierra Leone. Of the 21, 14 players will be in the main event (Silver), while seven will be in the Bronze Division.
Kenya: KDF Teams Vow to Conquer Africa After Receiving Flag
By Ayumba AyodiEight-time national basketball champions Ulinzi Warriors are ready for the inaugural Africa Masculine Military Basketball Championship due for June 11-21 in Congo, Brazzaville. And the Warriors received the much needed ammunition when the Assistant Chief of Defence Forces in charge of Personnel and Logistics, major general Samuel Nandwa presented them with the national flag on Wednesday.
Super Eagles Carry the Passion of Nigeria to the 2018 World Cup
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Kenya: Coffee Prices Retreat As Main Crop Beans Quality Falls
By Gerald AndaeCoffee prices at the Nairobi auction declined marginally this week, reversing the 11 per cent rise that was registered in the previous week's sale. On average, the price of a 50 kilo bag dropped from Sh11,400 to Sh11,211 in the latest sale held on Tuesday at the Nairobi Coffee Exchange (NCE).
Kenya: Alice Mugechi, Wife of Slain Murang'a Principal Denies Murder Charges
By Ndungu GachaneTwo suspects accused of killing the principal of Gatunguru Secondary School have denied murder charges. Alice Mugechi, the wife of slain Samuel Mbogo and Samuel Harrison Gitu denied the charges before Murang'a High Court Judge Kanyi Kimondo on Wednesday. The principal was murdered and his body abandoned in his car a few metres from his home. BAIL Ms Mugechi and Mr Gitu are accused of murdering Mr Mbogo on May 12 at his home and staffing his body in his car.
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