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September 2026
7 SeptThe Standard
… Africa holds around 30 percent of the world's critical mineral reserves, including cobalt, copper, lithium, nickel and rare earths, according to the UN, making it a focus of competition between the United States and China for strategic resources. …
Malawi's looming mining boom offers promise and challenge
6 SeptCitizen Digital
… By law, nataka mketi chini na wafanyibiashara waangalie kwa sababu hatujapitisha so that we seal all the loopholes so that mtu asitoke China kuja kuwa hawker," Ruto stated. …
Ruto statement on foreign hawkers taken out of context; PS Sing'oei says
5 SeptCapital News
… The AU says the way countries and continents are visually represented can influence perceptions of their size, importance and place in the international system. “Africa is larger than the US, China, Western Europe, and India combined,” the AU said ahead of the vote, arguing that …
US opposes Africa-backed Equal Earth map as 164 countries vote in favour
4 SeptThe Standard
… We have not lost hope." Rescuers called it a "miracle" after the August 26 glacial and mountain collapse on the China-Nepal border killed at least 1,308 people and left more than 5,600 missing. …
Two trapped tunnel workers rescued in Nepal 'miracle'
4 SeptThe Standard
… "Li Yueru's passport was accidentally lost while being mailed in the United States," the Chinese Basketball Association said. …
Chinese WNBA star out of World Cup after losing passport
3 SeptCitizen Digital
… Trump on Tuesday wrote on social media the plan is part of "unleashing American Energy Dominance!" - Pushing out Russia, China - The deal granting the US preferential access to 17 oil fields will notably see the takeover of facilities previously run by Russian and Chinese compani …
US energy secretary in Venezuela to sign Trump's 'biggest' oil deal
3 SeptCitizen Digital
Kenya, China seek deeper industrial ties as Nairobi expo opens By Vincent Anguche September 03, 2026 04:08 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter A major feature of this year’s expo is the first organised particip …
Kenya, China seek deeper industrial ties as Nairobi expo opens
3 SeptCitizen Digital
China's Xi urges against Mideast interference in rare Egypt visit By AFP September 03, 2026 03:00 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter China's President Xi Jinping makes a statement following the signing of bila …
China's Xi urges against Mideast interference in rare Egypt visit
3 SeptThe Standard
… For many of the sport’s biggest stars, the season finale of the premier one-day series is the first chance to win an international outdoor title and also a dress rehearsal for the 2027 World Athletics Championships in Beijing, China. …
Hunt for glory as stars descend on Brussels for Diamond League trophies
3 SeptThe Standard
… More than 1,200 people have been killed and nearly 5,000 are missing on both sides of the China-Nepal border since the catastrophic glacial mountain collapse on August 26, according to tolls by both nations on Thursday. …
Delivering aid to Nepal flood survivors 'very, very difficult': UN

Culture

Kenyan primary pupil becomes Africa champion in Chinese language contest

The News

Wanjiru Ethan Noah, a Kenyan primary school pupil who began learning Chinese through YouTube and Facebook, emerged as Africa's champion in the 6th "Chinese Bridge" Chinese Show for Foreign Primary School Students, becoming one of five continental champions in the global competition. The pupil, along with his brother Ebrahim Matthew, initially taught themselves the language with no formal classroom instruction before receiving mentorship from teachers at the Confucius Institute at Kenyatta University.

8 hours ago · Capital News →

Today

Kenyan primary pupil becomes Africa champion in Chinese language contest
Wanjiru Ethan Noah, a Kenyan primary school pupil who began learning Chinese through YouTube and Facebook, emerged as Africa's champion in the 6th "Chinese Bridge" Chinese Show for Foreign Primary School Students, becoming one of five continental champions in the global competition. The pupil, along with his brother Ebrahim Matthew, initially taught themselves the language with no formal classroom instruction before receiving mentorship from teachers at the Confucius Institute at Kenyatta University.
8 hours ago · Capital News →
Ruto says UN inconsistency erodes trust in global order
President William Ruto told the UN General Assembly that inconsistent application of international law and unequal power within the UN are undermining trust in the multilateral system, and that credibility depends on whether rules are applied consistently rather than invoked selectively.
12 hours ago · Capital News →
Ruto urges UN reform to give Africa permanent Security Council seat
President William Ruto challenged the post-World War II global order at the UN General Assembly, arguing that institutions created in 1945 no longer reflect modern geopolitical realities and must be reformed to grant Africa a permanent voice in decisions on war, peace and economic governance. Ruto highlighted that Africa's 54 UN member states, representing over a quarter of the General Assembly, have no permanent seat on the Security Council, where five nations hold permanent power that the other 188 do not.
13 hours ago · Capital News →
Indonesia uses 1955 Bandung Conference legacy to deepen Africa ties
The Museum of the Asian-African Conference in Bandung preserves the 1955 gathering where Asian and African leaders challenged colonialism and demanded greater voice for newly independent nations. Indonesian officials frame this legacy as underpinning ongoing cooperation between Asia and Africa today.
15 hours ago · Capital News →
US tightens sanctions on Iran aviation industry
Iranian airlines cancelled some international flights after the US tightened sanctions on Iran's aviation sector. Georgia and Azerbaijan suspended flights, and routes to Baghdad, Muscat and Qatar were halted, though some carriers continued operating to other destinations including China.
17 hours ago · Citizen Digital →
Sudan government accused of chemical weapons use in Darfur
Reports by independent international bodies allege that Sudan's army and allies have used chemical weapons in attacks on civilian areas in Darfur and Al Jazirah, with symptoms consistent with toxic gas exposure documented among hundreds of wounded civilians. Human Rights Watch documented eight suspected chemical attacks in North Darfur and Al Jazirah, based on testimonies from over 60 survivors, video recordings, and environmental sample analysis.
20 hours ago · Citizen Digital →

Yesterday

China-Africa mining cooperation can boost shared prosperity
An opinion piece argues that Africa's mineral wealth—including copper, cobalt, lithium, and rare earth elements—is strategically important for the global energy transition, and that China-Africa mining cooperation could help the continent capture greater value from its resources.
23 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Xi's Washington visit signals China-US relations' impact on Africa
Chinese President Xi Jinping is visiting Washington from September 23-25 at President Trump's invitation; the meeting's outcomes on trade, investment, and technology could influence Africa and the Global South's economic environment.
23 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
China blends modern technology with centuries-old cultural heritage
A visitor to Beijing, Ningbo, and Jiangxi describes China as a nation where advanced technology coexists with rich historical sites and traditions. The country preserves cultural landmarks such as the Great Wall and has among the world's largest number of UNESCO World Heritage sites, with traditions deeply embedded in daily life.
23 September 2026 · Capital News →
Trump renames AI "super intelligence" at UN General Assembly
President Donald Trump announced that the US government would rename artificial intelligence "super intelligence" in official communications, arguing the word "artificial" undersold the technology. The move comes as world leaders debate how to address dangers of fast-advancing AI, with Trump opposing regulation despite incidents of the technology falling out of human control and warnings from company insiders.
23 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Alibaba expands cloud data centres across Europe and Middle East
Chinese tech giant Alibaba announced plans to establish its first cloud regions in Turkey, Finland, and the Netherlands, while expanding its data centre footprint in Malaysia, Germany, the United Arab Emirates, France, and Hong Kong over the next 12 months.
23 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
UN chief urges China, US to dialogue on AI governance
UN Secretary-General António Guterres called Tuesday for the United States and China to establish dialogue channels on artificial intelligence, comparing the need to Cold War-era strategic engagement. China and the US are discussing creating a communication channel for AI concerns ahead of a planned Washington summit between Presidents Trump and Xi Jinping on Thursday.
23 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
China's Xi arrives in US for talks with Trump
China's leader Xi Jinping departed Beijing on Wednesday for Washington to meet with US President Donald Trump, with talks planned for Thursday addressing AI concerns and trade tensions. The visit includes a White House ceremony, state dinner, and concludes Friday with tea and a National Archives visit.
23 September 2026 · The Standard →
US sanctions prompt Iranian airlines to cancel some international flights
US Treasury tightened sanctions on Iran's aviation industry on Wednesday, prompting Iranian airlines to cancel flights to Baghdad, Muscat, Qatar, Georgia and Azerbaijan, though routes to China, Istanbul and other destinations remained available. The US Treasury Secretary announced the measures as part of efforts to pressure Iran following their nearly seven-month war.
23 September 2026 · The Standard →
Barbershop apprentice builds spa and beauty academy employing 55
James Ngigi, 36, started with a single chair in a barbershop over 10 years ago and has grown JimmyJey (Kenya) Ltd into a business encompassing a barbershop, salon, beauty and spa, and training academy that employs about 55 people. His deferred dream to become a pilot was set aside after secondary school so his siblings could continue their education, leading him to pursue the barbering skills he had learned informally during his secondary school years.
23 September 2026 · The Standard →
Xi Jinping visits US for historic China-US relations summit
Chinese President Xi Jinping is visiting the United States at President Donald Trump's invitation, following Trump's China trip in May. The exchange of visits within six months is described as historically significant and provides an opportunity for both sides to build on their May consensus on a constructive relationship of strategic stability.
23 September 2026 · The Standard →

Tuesday 22 September

Chinese President Xi to visit U.S. September 23–25
Chinese President Xi Jinping will pay a state visit to the United States from September 23 to 25 at the invitation of U.S. President Donald Trump. During the visit, Xi and Trump will exchange views on major issues concerning China-U.S. relations and world peace and development.
22 September 2026 · Capital News →
Chinese dancer and robots advance to America's Got Talent final
Chinese street dancer Wu Yufei and a crew of humanoid robots from Unitree Robotics have reached the Season 21 finals of America's Got Talent. Wu, who has performed solo for 13 years, said dancing with the robots gives him "a very magical feeling" and that they now feel like teammates rather than "cold, lifeless machines."
22 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Trump urges ICC member nations to withdraw from court
At the United Nations, US President Donald Trump called for all nations that are members of the International Criminal Court to quit the body, which he described as "out of control." US Secretary of State Marco Rubio vowed to dismantle the ICC "brick by brick," citing the court's arrest warrant for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu as an intolerable threat to US sovereignty.
22 September 2026 · The Standard →
US to build two military bases in Greenland under security pact
The United States, Greenland, and Denmark signed a security agreement on Tuesday giving the US control over security in Greenland's Arctic territory and allowing it to build two military bases in the south and east. The agreement was signed on the sidelines of the UN General Assembly, with officials from Denmark and Greenland expressing satisfaction at having reached a deal.
22 September 2026 · The Standard →
Iran cancels flights to Iraq and Oman ahead of US sanctions
Iran's civil aviation authorities cancelled flights to Baghdad and Muscat airports effective midnight Tuesday, hours before expanded US sanctions took effect. Iran is negotiating to reroute Baghdad flights to Najaf and discussions with Oman were ongoing.
22 September 2026 · The Standard →
Macron calls for UN commitment over law of jungle
French President Emmanuel Macron urged countries to recommit to international law and the UN system, warning against a resurgent "law of the jungle." In his final UN speech as president, Macron also called for a moratorium on strikes against civilian and energy targets in the Ukraine-Russia war and raised concerns about the humanitarian situation in Gaza.
22 September 2026 · The Standard →

Sunday 20 September

Kisii hosts national World Cleanup Day with 15,000 participants
Kisii County will host Kenya's national observance of World Cleanup Day, with more than 15,000 people expected to participate. The event, themed "From Clean Plates to Clean Cities," will focus on reducing food waste and building sustainable urban centres, with participation from over 12 governors, Members of Parliament, NGOs, and UN-Habitat representatives.
20 September 2026 · Capital News →
Beijing focuses on AI national security risks amid hacking concerns
Chinese policymakers, traditionally focused on immediate AI risks like deepfakes and child safety, are shifting attention to national security threats after evidence that top AI models possess alarming hacking abilities. A small team of California programmers demonstrated an AI-built cyberattack "worm" that could compromise millions of WeChat accounts.
20 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Chinese revolutionary Wang Huiwu challenged social norms, established schools
An article celebrating women's central role in revolutions and social change, with focus on Wang Huiwu, a Chinese woman born in 1898 who dropped out of school due to financial hardship and instead established her own primary school to teach new ideas while opposing child marriage and foot binding practices.
20 September 2026 · The Standard →
Germans vote in state elections amid pressure on Merz
Germans voted Sunday in Berlin and Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania state elections where far-right and far-left gains threaten Chancellor Friedrich Merz's government. Merz, who has been in power for 16 months, cancelled a UN General Assembly trip to prepare for potential fallout after the AfD dealt his CDU a significant defeat in Saxony-Anhalt two weeks ago.
20 September 2026 · The Standard →
Education stakeholders urge action for placed but absent students
Education stakeholders are calling for urgent government action to support students who have been placed in universities and higher learning institutions but have not reported, with concerns that thousands could be left behind. Policy advisors have urged a nationwide "mop-up" exercise and requested Parliament legislate education access as a right rather than a promise.
20 September 2026 · The Standard →

Saturday 19 September

Trump signs bill imposing new sanctions on Russia
US President Donald Trump has signed legislation authorizing new sanctions designed to pressure Russia over its war in Ukraine. The bill targets Russia's energy and defense sectors, Putin and senior officials, Moscow's shadow fleet of tankers, and allows Trump authority to impose tariffs of up to 100 percent on major buyers of Russian oil and gas.
19 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
AI demand for memory chips raising smartphone prices
According to GSMA's State of Connectivity 2026, smartphone manufacturers are increasingly adopting expensive high-speed memory chips like LPDDR5x to support AI operations and data centres, with costs partly passed on to consumers.
19 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Thursday 17 September

Typhoon threatens 2026 Asian Games in Nagoya after record rainfall
The 2026 Asian Games in Nagoya are facing weather challenges after record rainfall forced evacuations from temporary lodgings. Organisers are now concerned that a typhoon forecast to hit Japan's main island on Sunday could disrupt the Games, which are housing over 17,000 athletes on a cruise ship, in hotels, and temporary huts due to the lack of a traditional athletes' village.
17 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →