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Gabon Coup: Army officers announce power takeover

In a televised announcement, the army officers said they are cancelling the results of the just concluded election in which the incumbent President Ali Bongo was declared the winner.

By Patrick Vidija and Agency 1 year ago

Gabon Coup: Army officers announce power takeover

Kenya's Steffany Wangari among top three winners of global writers competition

Kenya's Steffany Wangari among top three winners of global writers competition

By Patrick Vidija and Agency 1 year ago

China's zero-Covid policy likely to downgrade global economic growth

China's zero-Covid policy likely to downgrade global economic growth

By Agency 2 years ago

China-Pakistan economic corridor raises violation concerns in Balochistan

China-Pakistan economic corridor raises violation concerns in Balochistan

By Agency 2 years ago

Xi Jinping's plan to extend reign intensifies anti-government protests

Authorities are already on high alert as the party congress, which occurs every five years had already started on Sunday. At the meeting, Xi is expected to coast to a third term as leader.

By Mwangi Maina and Agency 2 years ago

Xi Jinping's plan to extend reign intensifies anti-government protests

China on spot over media influence to portray positive light

Media reports indicate in 2016, China and Kyrgyzstan set up a new media outlet in Bishkek, and a veteran journalist with more than 30 years of experience hired to run it.

By Agency and Mwangi Maina 2 years ago

China on spot over media influence to portray positive light

Chinese authorities implement 'zero covid' policy as Tibetans raise fears of spike in isolation centres

The concerns come even as they face difficult situations under China's "zero-Covid" policy, where they are forcibly removed from their homes and placed in so-called isolation centres.

By Agency and Patrick Vidija 2 years ago

Chinese authorities implement 'zero covid' policy as Tibetans raise fears of spike in isolation centres

Uyghurs in Austria protest against hunger genocide in China

According to local media reports, several protestors carrying pictures of the Uyghurs who were killed by the Chinese government took out a rally from Christian-Broda-Platz to Heldenplatz in Vienna.

By Agency and Patrick Vidija 2 years ago

Uyghurs in Austria protest against hunger genocide in China

UN report on rights violations in Xinjiang likely to worsen ties between China, West

The recent United Nations report on China detailing rights abuses in Xinjiang is likely to strain ties between China and the West.

By Mwangi Maina and Agency 2 years ago

UN report on rights violations in Xinjiang likely to worsen ties between China, West

Debt trap: African countries told to be cautious with Chinese loans

Bangladesh finance minister Mustafa Kamal says developing countries "must think twice" about taking more loans through BRI as global inflation add strains on indebted emerging markets.

By Mwangi Maina and Agency 2 years ago

Debt trap: African countries told to be cautious with Chinese loans

Interact and socialise beyond work; you need it

Work environments in which people have made friendships or got compliments for productivity are key motivators at work. Organise regular tours and hikes, for time out of the office.

By Agency 2 years ago

Interact and socialise beyond work; you need it

Pakistan's Jamaat-e-Islami pledges to restore dignity for women

About four million women in Pakistan's Karachi are working in factories on a contract basis, devoid of basic rights and necessities.

By Agency, Patrick Vidija 2 years ago

Pakistan's Jamaat-e-Islami pledges to restore dignity for women

Covid pandemic reduced Chinese loans to Africa, report

China's lending to African countries fell to a 16-year low in 2020 as the current Covid-19 pandemic took a toll on economies across the world.

By Agency, Patrick Vidija 2 years ago

Covid pandemic reduced Chinese loans to Africa, report

Western officials raise concerns over China's secret naval facility in Cambodia

This the officials said is one of Beijing's strategies to build a network of military facilities around the world in support of its aspirations to become a true global power.

By Agency 2 years ago

Western officials raise concerns over China's secret naval facility in Cambodia

UN human rights chief concludes Chinese trip with cautious criticism on human rights abuse

Bachelet is the first UN human rights chief to visit China since 2005, and her trip was the result of years of negotiation. Activists disappointed she did not criticise human rights violations.

By Agency, Patrick Vidija 2 years ago

UN human rights chief concludes Chinese trip with cautious criticism on human rights abuse

Chinese enterprises in Kazakhstan face challenges over sour bilateral relations

Worker unrest has been rippling across Kazakhstan in recent months and this latest strike is likely to cause a reappraisal by Chinese investors.

By Mwangi Maina, Agency 2 years ago

Chinese enterprises in Kazakhstan face challenges over sour bilateral relations

China announces military drills near Taiwan after Biden remarks

China has announced that it conducted military drills near Taiwan amid President Joe Biden's comments that the U.S. would defend the island if Beijing invaded.

By Agency 2 years ago

China announces military drills near Taiwan after Biden remarks

China's pro-Russia stance on Ukraine conflict sets foreign investors on hot retreat

The speculation of a possible Chinese invasion of Taiwan amid Beijing's support for Russia's military operation in Ukraine has triggered an unprecedented capital flight from China.

By Agency 2 years ago

China's pro-Russia stance on Ukraine conflict sets foreign investors on hot retreat

Covid-19 spares no sector

Europe’s struggle with Covid-19 continues as the region is grappling with further waves.

By Agency 3 years ago

Covid-19 spares no sector

Nigerian youth call for action to improve adolescent health

Nigeria is among 10 countries around the world that recently heeded the call

By Agency 3 years ago

Nigerian youth call for action to improve adolescent health

How to get your money resolution back on right track

Ready to give your resolution another go? Ask yourself why you’ve chosen this goal and what exactly you hope to accomplish.

By Agency 3 years ago

How to get your money resolution back on right track

Myanmar settles on Indian submarine

Cost and condition said to have influenced decision

By Agency 3 years ago

Myanmar settles on Indian submarine

Lender feted in automative industry awards

Mombo praised Kenyans’ resilience during the Covid-19 outbreak

By Agency 3 years ago

Lender feted in automative industry awards

GM recalls 7 million cars globally

Twenty-seven people have been killed worldwide by the exploding inflators, including 18 in the US.

By Agency 3 years ago

GM recalls 7 million cars globally

Comesa region projects 0.6 per cent growth in 2020

The Secretariat urged member countries to use macroeconomic policies to speed up post-COVID-19 recovery.

By Agency 4 years ago

Comesa region projects 0.6 per cent growth in 2020

Talks to certify forests gather momentum

In Africa, FSC is instrumental in facilitating Namibia's dry woodland sector through certification

By Agency 4 years ago

Talks to certify forests gather momentum

South Africa bets on technology to close inequality gap

COVID-19 had confirmed the government’s belief in data as a catalyst for digital transformation and economic growth

By Agency 4 years ago

South Africa bets on technology to close inequality gap

KenGen to pay Sh1.65 billion in dividends

The shareholders decided during the company’s virtual 67th Annual General Meeting (AGM) on Tuesday.

By Agency 4 years ago

KenGen to pay Sh1.65 billion in dividends

East Africa Data Centre bags Sh130.6 million solar deal

The solar plant will enable EADC to significantly lower their overall energy costs whilst at the same time reducing their carbon footprint.

By Agency 4 years ago

East Africa Data Centre bags Sh130.6 million solar deal

KFS adopts canine security in enhancing forest protection

The dogs which the handlers demonstrated along with were also trained over the same period on; obedience, criminal/attack work, tracking

By Agency 4 years ago

KFS adopts canine security in enhancing forest protection

Comedian lands deal with microfinance

Emergency Loans are sometimes very serious discussions to have and having someone with Jalang’o’s kind of humour to break it down

By Agency 4 years ago

Comedian lands deal with microfinance

Bungoma residents challenged to plant trees on private farms

Currently, the forest cover stands at 7.2 percent as stated by the Ministry of Environment and Forestry.

By Agency 4 years ago

Bungoma residents challenged to plant trees on private farms

KenGen to earn Sh118m from Olkaria green project

The project contributes towards greenhouse gas (GHG) emission reductions by displacing fossil fuel-based electricity

By Agency 4 years ago

KenGen to earn Sh118m from Olkaria green project

Money remittance firm invites regulator over questionable transfers

The findings could further complicate attempts by Somali transfer companies to retain access to international banking services.

By Agency 4 years ago

Money remittance firm invites regulator over questionable transfers

Kenya's fashion game to build African girls’ self-esteem

Dubbed BeYOUtiful, the game enables African women to select clothes, accessories, and beauty enhancers

By Agency 4 years ago

Kenya's fashion game to build African girls’ self-esteem

Tala farmers empowered towards agroforestry, food security

Fred Ndunga noted the critical role of the forest adjacent communities in supplementing Government efforts in forest conservation.

By Agency 4 years ago

Tala farmers empowered towards agroforestry, food security

Tudor Ulianovschi endorses Amina Mohamed for top WTO job

The endorsement is a boost towards Amb. Mohamed campaign

By Agency 4 years ago

Tudor Ulianovschi endorses Amina Mohamed for top WTO job

Annual KFS Encom workshop kicks off in Londiani

CCF Julius Kamau said that from his first ENCOM workshop in the previous year, the Service has achieved tremendous milestones.

By Agency 4 years ago

Annual KFS Encom workshop kicks off in Londiani

Here's how international travel has suffered during the pandemic

The most positive of the three scenarios published in May assumed that travel restrictions would be lifted in July.

By Agency 4 years ago

Here's how international travel has suffered during the pandemic

Raid unearths illegal activities in mangrove forest ecosystems

Coastal forests still faced pressures and threats of encroachment in some areas leading to forest pollution

By Agency 4 years ago

Raid unearths illegal activities in mangrove forest ecosystems

Virgin Atlantic to cut 1,150 more jobs

The airline said it had to cut costs in order to survive.

By Agency 4 years ago

Virgin Atlantic to cut 1,150 more jobs

Firm launches live stream, analysis feature

Entertainment spots, bars and lounges had their hopes of resuming business dashed last month

By Agency 4 years ago

Firm launches live stream, analysis feature

CCRC mobilises Sh13m to aid Coronavirus victims

The co-operative sector is a key driver in Kenya’s economy and has continued to experience COVID-19 shock waves

By Agency 4 years ago

CCRC mobilises Sh13m to aid Coronavirus victims

Moi University scales down 30 departments in bid to reduce operational costs

Moi University has reduced the number of departments from 80 to 50 in a move aimed at reducing the cost of operations.

By Agency 4 years ago

Moi University scales down 30 departments in bid to reduce operational costs

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