… The commitment was made during high-level consultations between African Union Commission Chairperson Mahmoud Ali Youssouf and Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov at the AUC headquarters in Addis Ababa, where both sides pledged to deepen strategic cooperation ahead of the third …
… ears after African leaders endorsed the Nairobi Declaration on Fertilizer and Soil Health during the 2024 Africa Fertilizer and Soil Health Summit and follows the formal ministerial approval of the Hub by IGAD Ministers responsible for Agriculture and Food Security in Addis Ababa …
… Her sister told CPJ that Salsawit -- who worked for state-affiliated outlets, before leaving to create independent commentary on social media -- was arrested at her home in capital Addis Ababa on June 8.She was held for two days in a temporary detention facility, where relatives …
… They understand that building a successful company in Nairobi, Lagos, or Addis Ababa may require different timelines and strategies than those applied in mature markets. …
… By AFP June 12, 2026 07:53 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter Ethiopia's Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed addresses parliament members on the current situation of the country at the parliament building in Addis Ababa …
… Public charging networks are still limited, and much of Nairobi’s progress has been driven by private-sector initiatives, unlike cities such as Kigali and Addis Ababa, where government-led deployment has moved faster. …
… In a joint statement issued after consultations between the quintet and Sudanese political stakeholders in Addis Ababa from June 3 to 5, the group reaffirmed that Sudan’s future cannot be determined through military force and must instead be shaped through an inclusive civilian-l …
An opinion piece argues that xenophobic attacks against foreign nationals in South Africa represent a departure from Pan-Africanism's founding principle that African people share a common history and destiny. The author contends that understanding the historical objectives of Pan-Africanism, particularly its identification of colonialism as the primary oppressor, is necessary to address the current wave of violence.
An opinion piece argues that xenophobic attacks against foreign nationals in South Africa represent a departure from Pan-Africanism's founding principle that African people share a common history and destiny. The author contends that understanding the historical objectives of Pan-Africanism, particularly its identification of colonialism as the primary oppressor, is necessary to address the current wave of violence.
Trade Cabinet Secretary Lee Kinyanjui has cited misuse of visa-free entry regulations introduced in January 2024 by foreigners engaging in unlawful retail and local trade, stating that visitors under tourist visas must comply with work permit provisions and those found in contravention will have their visas revoked.
Families of 32 Kenyans killed in the 2019 Ethiopian Airlines Flight 302 crash are set to receive a combined $87.3 million (Ksh.11.3 billion) from Boeing-linked victim compensation funds, averaging about $2.73 million per victim. The payments follow the conclusion of legal proceedings and a 2025 Boeing non-prosecution agreement with the US Justice Department.
32 Kenyan families affected by the 2019 Ethiopian Airlines Flight 302 crash will receive a combined $87.34 million (about KSh11.3 billion) in final compensation linked to Boeing's settlement with the United States Department of Justice. The payments are part of compensation for 93 families represented by Chicago-based Ribbeck Law Chartered, following the conclusion of legal proceedings.
A weeks-long national dialogue in Ethiopia has backed constitutional changes to create a new "executive presidency" that would combine the offices of prime minister and president, potentially extending Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed's control over the country. Parliament is expected to consider the proposal when it reconvenes in October, with supporters arguing it will create a more unified role representing all ethnic groups.
At the WHO Regional Committee for Africa's 76th session in Addis Ababa, Kenya's Principal Secretary for Public Health Mary Muthoni reaffirmed Kenya's commitment to working with other African countries to prevent, detect and respond to cross-border health threats, emphasizing that health emergencies do not respect national boundaries.
Nairobi Governor Sakaja Johnson has appointed a seven-member board to lead NCCG-Green Nairobi Limited Company, the county-owned waste management firm, with environmentalist Dr Isaac Kalua as chairperson. The board members, gazetted on August 14 for a three-year term, include specialists in environmental conservation, waste management, digitisation, finance, law, and community representation.
Nairobi Governor Johnson Sakaja has appointed a seven-member board to oversee NCCG-Green Nairobi Limited Company for a three-year term, with environmentalist Dr Isaac Kalua as chairperson. The board comprises experts in environmental conservation, solid waste management, digitisation, finance, law, community representation and logistics.
A drone strike on Mekelle, the Tigrayan capital, wounded at least 13 people including five children on Thursday, according to a hospital official, amid escalating tensions between federal and Tigrayan forces in Ethiopia's troubled northern region.
An opinion piece argues that Kenya should prioritize soft power at its borders, citing an incident where Somalia's Deputy Prime Minister returned his Kenyan passport after allegedly being manhandled at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport. The piece warns that such treatment of senior visitors, investors, and refugees erodes Kenya's strategic asset of accumulated goodwill in the region.
African countries have made significant progress in fighting Peste des Petits Ruminants (PPR), a highly contagious disease affecting sheep and goats, but experts say stronger political commitment and increased funding are needed to achieve eradication across the continent. The Pan-African Programme for the Eradication of PPR, funded by the European Union with €8 million and hosted by the AU-IBAR, has strengthened the continent's preparedness to prevent, detect and respond to the disease since its launch in February 2025.
Kenya Police Bullets have been drawn in Group C of the 2026 CECAFA Qualifiers for the CAF Women's Champions League, alongside Tanzanian giants Simba Queens and Burundi's Top Girls. The regional qualifiers will take place in Kigali, Rwanda from August 21 to 31, with only the tournament winner securing qualification to the CAF Women's Champions League finals.
African countries have made progress against peste des petits ruminants (goat plague), a contagious livestock disease, but experts say stronger political commitment and increased domestic funding are needed to eradicate it. The warning came during a mid-term review of the Pan-African Programme for Eradication of PPR held in Addis Ababa, with the European Union cautioning that external funding alone will not eliminate the disease.
Kenya and the United Kingdom have announced the resumption of joint military training between the Kenya Defence Forces and the British Army Training Unit Kenya (BATUK) in Nanyuki, after uncertainty over its cancellation. Foreign Affairs Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi said the resolution demonstrates the two countries' ability to resolve challenges through dialogue while maintaining their strategic partnership.
Kenya has welcomed the resumption of joint military exercises at the British Army Training Unit Kenya (BATUK) following a licensing dispute that threatened to force the UK to relocate its annual September drills. Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi said the decision reflects the strength of the Kenya-UK defence partnership despite recent challenges.
Kenya's three-player team achieved strong results at the 2026 Zone 4.4 Individual Chess Championship in Addis Ababa, with Women's FIDE Master Sasha Mongeli winning the women's title and fellow Kenyan WFM Joyce Nyaruai Ndirangu finishing second. Fourteen-year-old FIDE Master Jadon Simiyu finished fifth in the Open section.
Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi has arrived in Addis Ababa for the 49th Ordinary Session of the African Union Executive Council (scheduled for July 28–29, 2026), where he will campaign for Kenya's candidates: Judge Phoebe Okowa for the International Court of Justice and Justice Njoki Ndung'u for the International Criminal Court.
Thousands gathered in the Ethiopian capital on Saturday for a pro-government rally against an alleged forced recruitment campaign by authorities in the northern Tigray region. Human Rights Watch said security forces aligned with the TPLF were forcibly recruiting young men, including boys as young as 15.
Africa's biotechnology and biosafety information, previously scattered across multiple agency websites and regulatory documents, has been centralised into a new continental digital portal called 'Biotech Africa Database'. The portal provides country-specific information on biotech crop approvals and regulatory requirements for import, export and transit of biotech products, aiming to reduce delays and improve transparency for regulators, researchers and traders operating across borders.
The Trump administration has notified the African Union that it will no longer support the UN Support Office in Somalia after December 31, 2026, jeopardizing the logistical operations that sustain nearly 12,000 AU personnel deployed in the country. The AU convened its Peace and Security Council to examine the implications and explore alternatives to keep the African Union Support and Stabilization Mission in Somalia operational.
The African Union Commission and Russian Federation have renewed calls for UN Security Council reforms to give Africa permanent representation, describing the current system as a "historical injustice." Both sides pledged to deepen strategic cooperation ahead of an Africa-Russia Summit scheduled for October in Moscow.
Washington became the world's most polluted major city after a massive Independence Day fireworks show featuring 850,000 fireworks launched in 40 minutes, according to IQAir data. Fine particulate matter spiked dramatically during the display, which was delayed by over an hour due to a thunderstorm.
Washington became temporarily the most polluted major city in the world following an Independence Day fireworks display that launched 850,000 fireworks in 40 minutes, according to IQAir data. Fine particulate matter levels spiked significantly during the show, which was delayed over an hour by thunderstorm before starting near midnight.
The Intergovernmental Authority on Development (IGAD) has convened steering and technical committee meetings for the IGAD Soil Health and Fertilizer Hub in Nairobi to address declining soil fertility, improve access to fertilizers, and strengthen climate resilience across IGAD member states.
Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed's Prosperity Party won 438 of 501 contested seats in Ethiopia's general election, securing his return to power despite the poll being overshadowed by conflict, accusations of repression, and limited opposition participation. Security experts warn of risks of renewed war and ongoing deadly insurgencies in Amhara and Oromia regions, with 143 polling stations unable to open on election day due to safety concerns.
The Committee to Protect Journalists called for the immediate release of Ethiopian journalist Salsawit Baynesagn, detained without charge since early June, arguing the detention violates her rights and marks a serious restriction on press freedom in Ethiopia.
Africa's venture capital approach is undergoing a quiet but real transformation driven by changing investor behaviour and founder expectations, moving away from the aggressive scaling model that dominated headlines in favour of greater emphasis on discipline and durable business fundamentals, even as the continent has attracted over $20 billion in venture funding in the past seven years.
Ethiopia's government alleges that hardline elements of the Tigray People's Liberation Front are preparing an offensive against the federal government in the coming days, according to statements by the minister of east African affairs and intelligence chief in an Al Jazeera editorial. The TPLF has not yet responded to the claims.
An opinion piece argues that Kenya's reliance on imported fossil fuels—which consume almost 5 per cent of GDP—makes the economy vulnerable to volatile global markets; the author contends that electric mobility, which other East African countries are adopting, offers a viable alternative.
A US-led coalition including eight Western nations has endorsed a Sudanese civilian-led dialogue process under a quintet of the AU, IGAD, League of Arab States, EU and the UN, aiming to launch within weeks and establish an independent civilian-led transitional authority for peace and democratic governance.