Faith Nyasuguta The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has approved a disbursement of $606.1 million to Kenya to support the government’s efforts in rebuilding fiscal buffers and resilience to climate shocks. The IMF executive board’s decision allows the disbursement of special drawing rights (SDR) 365.28 million ($485.8 million) under the Extended Fund Facility (EFF) and Extended […]
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Faith Nyasuguta The scale of sexual violence committed in Sudan is “staggering,” a United Nations fact-finding mission reported this week, exposing a deeply disturbing reality in a war-torn country. This investigative report reveals an overwhelming use of rape, sexual slavery, and brutal attacks on civilians, particularly against women and children, which are being systematically carried […]
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Faith Nyasuguta The long-awaited Cabinda oil refinery in Angola is set to commence production by April 2025, marking a significant milestone in the country’s energy sector. The new refinery, a high conversion facility with a capacity of 60,000 barrels per day (bpd), is expected to play a crucial role in reducing Angola’s dependence on imported […]
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Faith Nyasuguta Kenya’s Supreme Court has overturned an appeals court decision that had nullified the 2023 finance law, marking a significant victory for President William Ruto’s administration. The government had been relying on the 2023 law to continue tax collection after withdrawing this year’s finance bill due to widespread protests. The Supreme Court stated, “We […]
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Faith Nyasuguta During a state visit to Morocco, French President Emmanuel Macron and Moroccan King Mohammed VI signed new agreements worth approximately €10 billion, aimed at strengthening the ties between the two nations. The deals, signed at the Royal Palace, cover a range of sectors including investment, energy, and infrastructure, marking a significant step in […]
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Faith Nyasuguta Togolese football icon Emmanuel Adebayor marked his retirement with a spectacular gala match in Lome on October 27, 2024. The event was a fitting tribute to a player who has been a pivotal figure in African football for the past two decades. The match was attended by a host of African football legends, […]
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Faith Nyasuguta The content creation and social media influencing space has experienced exponential growth, now boasting a staggering value of $250 billion. Creators have transitioned from merely entertaining their audiences to earning millions directly from social media platforms, as evidenced by the latest Forbes Top Creators ranking for 2024. This annual list highlights the achievements […]
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Faith Nyasuguta The US State Department has announced that it will restrict visas for individuals deemed responsible for undermining democracy in Ghana. This move comes ahead of the presidential and parliamentary elections scheduled for December 7, 2024, in the West African nation. Ghana, known for its peaceful, free, fair, and transparent elections over the past […]
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Faith Nyasuguta In a dazzling ceremony held at the Theatre du Chatelet in Paris, Rodri, Manchester City and Spain’s midfield maestro, was crowned the winner of the 2024 Ballon d’Or. This prestigious accolade comes after an extraordinary year where Rodri played a pivotal role in helping Spain secure the Euro 2024 title in July. Additionally, […]
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Faith Nyasuguta French President Emmanuel Macron is set to begin a significant visit to Morocco on Monday, aiming to mend relations with the North African country after years of tension. This trip, following an invitation from Moroccan King Mohammed VI in late September, is seen as a step towards “new ambitions for the next 30 […]
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