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East Africa ushers in the New Year carrying unresolved political, economic wounds
As 2025 ends, East Africa enters the New Year weighed down by unresolved political tensions, shrinking civic space, and a rapidly shifting global order that has left the region more exposed.
By 20 days ago
East Africa ushers in the New Year carrying unresolved political, economic wounds
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Syokimau residents expose cartels abusing system, seizing public land
The Syokimau Residents Association has raised concerns over what it describes as “deeply entrenched and well-coordinated” land cartels operating with impunity in the area.
By 1 month ago
Syokimau residents expose cartels abusing system, seizing public land
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Ruto's animal farm and his art of political, economic gaslighting
Dr Ruto’s governance style reads like a blend of the Squealer and Potemkin village metaphors.
By 1 month ago
Ruto's animal farm and his art of political, economic gaslighting
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Kenya's diplomacy clouded by foreign supply routes for RSF
Security analysts say Kenya must urgently explain how crates marked with its identifiers were found in an RSF warehouse.
By 2 months ago
Kenya's diplomacy clouded by foreign supply routes for RSF
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How Samia's rule is fueling East Africa's rise as repression hub
Once hailed as a symbol of renewal, Samia Suluhu’s reign now mirrors authoritarian excess.
By 2 months ago
How Samia's rule is fueling East Africa's rise as repression hub
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Tanzania's post-election clampdown now targets Kenyans
At the Namanga border post, the busiest crossing between Kenya and Tanzania, security that now includes military was dramatically reinforced.
By 2 months ago
Tanzania's post-election clampdown now targets Kenyans
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Why Suluhu was sworn into office without cheering crowds, songs of unity
When Tanzania’s President Samia Suluhu Hassan, 65, took the oath of office for her second term on Monday, the scene was a stark departure from the hopeful celebrations four years ago.
By 2 months ago
Why Suluhu was sworn into office without cheering crowds, songs of unity
Tanzania election marred with violence, low turnout and internet disruption
In Dar-es-Salaam, multiple polling stations in Ubungo, Kimara, and near Mlimani City Mall were reportedly attacked and set ablaze by unidentified groups early this morning.
By 2 months ago
Tanzania election marred with violence, low turnout and internet disruption
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We buried a hero on Sunday and crowned 'hypocrites' on Monday
On Mashujaa Day, as the nation celebrated more than 180 individuals nominated as “heroes”, Parliament’s “honour roll” stood out like a scar on our collective conscience.
By 2 months ago
We buried a hero on Sunday and crowned 'hypocrites' on Monday
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Kenya's political earthquake starts as nation lays Raila Odinga to rest
The fierce, unpredictable, and potentially transformative battle for Raila's political crown begins in earnest tomorrow morning.
By 3 months ago
Kenya's political earthquake starts as nation lays Raila Odinga to rest
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East Africa ushers in the New Year carrying unresolved political, economic wounds
As 2025 ends, East Africa enters the New Year weighed down by unresolved political tensions, shrinking civic space, and a rapidly shifting global order that has left the region more exposed.
By 20 days ago
East Africa ushers in the New Year carrying unresolved political, economic wounds
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Syokimau residents expose cartels abusing system, seizing public land
The Syokimau Residents Association has raised concerns over what it describes as “deeply entrenched and well-coordinated” land cartels operating with impunity in the area.
By 1 month ago
Syokimau residents expose cartels abusing system, seizing public land
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Ruto's animal farm and his art of political, economic gaslighting
Dr Ruto’s governance style reads like a blend of the Squealer and Potemkin village metaphors.
By 1 month ago
Ruto's animal farm and his art of political, economic gaslighting
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Kenya's diplomacy clouded by foreign supply routes for RSF
Security analysts say Kenya must urgently explain how crates marked with its identifiers were found in an RSF warehouse.
By 2 months ago
Kenya's diplomacy clouded by foreign supply routes for RSF
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How Samia's rule is fueling East Africa's rise as repression hub
Once hailed as a symbol of renewal, Samia Suluhu’s reign now mirrors authoritarian excess.
By 2 months ago
How Samia's rule is fueling East Africa's rise as repression hub
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Tanzania's post-election clampdown now targets Kenyans
At the Namanga border post, the busiest crossing between Kenya and Tanzania, security that now includes military was dramatically reinforced.
By 2 months ago
Tanzania's post-election clampdown now targets Kenyans
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Why Suluhu was sworn into office without cheering crowds, songs of unity
When Tanzania’s President Samia Suluhu Hassan, 65, took the oath of office for her second term on Monday, the scene was a stark departure from the hopeful celebrations four years ago.
By 2 months ago
Why Suluhu was sworn into office without cheering crowds, songs of unity
Tanzania election marred with violence, low turnout and internet disruption
In Dar-es-Salaam, multiple polling stations in Ubungo, Kimara, and near Mlimani City Mall were reportedly attacked and set ablaze by unidentified groups early this morning.
By 2 months ago
Tanzania election marred with violence, low turnout and internet disruption
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We buried a hero on Sunday and crowned 'hypocrites' on Monday
On Mashujaa Day, as the nation celebrated more than 180 individuals nominated as “heroes”, Parliament’s “honour roll” stood out like a scar on our collective conscience.
By 2 months ago
We buried a hero on Sunday and crowned 'hypocrites' on Monday
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Kenya's political earthquake starts as nation lays Raila Odinga to rest
The fierce, unpredictable, and potentially transformative battle for Raila's political crown begins in earnest tomorrow morning.
By 3 months ago
Kenya's political earthquake starts as nation lays Raila Odinga to rest
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East Africa ushers in the New Year carrying unresolved political, economic wounds
As 2025 ends, East Africa enters the New Year weighed down by unresolved political tensions, shrinking civic space, and a rapidly shifting global order that has left the region more exposed.
By 20 days ago
East Africa ushers in the New Year carrying unresolved political, economic wounds
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Syokimau residents expose cartels abusing system, seizing public land
The Syokimau Residents Association has raised concerns over what it describes as “deeply entrenched and well-coordinated” land cartels operating with impunity in the area.
By 1 month ago
Syokimau residents expose cartels abusing system, seizing public land
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Ruto's animal farm and his art of political, economic gaslighting
Dr Ruto’s governance style reads like a blend of the Squealer and Potemkin village metaphors.
By 1 month ago
Ruto's animal farm and his art of political, economic gaslighting
Premium
Kenya's diplomacy clouded by foreign supply routes for RSF
Security analysts say Kenya must urgently explain how crates marked with its identifiers were found in an RSF warehouse.
By 2 months ago
Kenya's diplomacy clouded by foreign supply routes for RSF
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How Samia's rule is fueling East Africa's rise as repression hub
Once hailed as a symbol of renewal, Samia Suluhu’s reign now mirrors authoritarian excess.
By 2 months ago
How Samia's rule is fueling East Africa's rise as repression hub
Premium
Tanzania's post-election clampdown now targets Kenyans
At the Namanga border post, the busiest crossing between Kenya and Tanzania, security that now includes military was dramatically reinforced.
By 2 months ago
Tanzania's post-election clampdown now targets Kenyans
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Why Suluhu was sworn into office without cheering crowds, songs of unity
When Tanzania’s President Samia Suluhu Hassan, 65, took the oath of office for her second term on Monday, the scene was a stark departure from the hopeful celebrations four years ago.
By 2 months ago
Why Suluhu was sworn into office without cheering crowds, songs of unity
Tanzania election marred with violence, low turnout and internet disruption
In Dar-es-Salaam, multiple polling stations in Ubungo, Kimara, and near Mlimani City Mall were reportedly attacked and set ablaze by unidentified groups early this morning.
By 2 months ago
Tanzania election marred with violence, low turnout and internet disruption
Premium
We buried a hero on Sunday and crowned 'hypocrites' on Monday
On Mashujaa Day, as the nation celebrated more than 180 individuals nominated as “heroes”, Parliament’s “honour roll” stood out like a scar on our collective conscience.
By 2 months ago
We buried a hero on Sunday and crowned 'hypocrites' on Monday
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Kenya's political earthquake starts as nation lays Raila Odinga to rest
The fierce, unpredictable, and potentially transformative battle for Raila's political crown begins in earnest tomorrow morning.
By 3 months ago
Kenya's political earthquake starts as nation lays Raila Odinga to rest
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