… Subscribe to our newsletterHe said NCDs were on the rise, particularly in Kenya, Ghana and South Africa, creating a need for better ways of treating and managing them.“The M-Care project will focus on one-stop clinics, training of health workers, use of electronic health records, …
… Nationals of Ghana, Kenya, Lesotho, Mozambique, Nigeria and Uganda also fled, some repatriated by their government and raising diplomatic tensions with Pretoria.
76 Kenyans killed fighting for Russia as Uganda, Ghana, Nigeria recruits also identified By Agencies October 09, 2026 09:46 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter Screengrab from a video of Kenyan soldiers trainin …
… Subscribe to our newsletterNationals of Ghana, Kenya, Lesotho, Mozambique, Nigeria and Uganda also fled, some repatriated by their government and raising diplomatic tensions with Pretoria. …
… Fraudsters operating in huge teams out of houses or apartment complexes target people around the world -- often older people in wealthy countries -- with high-profile cases emerging from southeast Asia as well as Nigeria in recent years."Another takedown this week out of Ghana," …
Ghana arrests seven in crackdown on 'money bouquets' By AFP October 07, 2026 10:00 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter File representation of the arrested girls holding money banquets. …
… Representatives from the embassies of Kenya, South Africa, Cameroon, Nigeria, Ghana, The Gambia and Saint Lucia attended the launch, alongside officials and business leaders from Washington, D.C. …
Kenya's national boxing team, Hit Squad, is training a squad of 40 boxers across ten weight categories for men and women ahead of the World Boxing Africa Elite Men's and Women's Boxing Championships at Kasarani Indoor Arena from October 15 to 28, 2026. Nearly half of the squad consists of boxers representing Kenya for the first time, with selection based on performances at the Kenya Open and consistency in the national league.
Kenya's national boxing team, Hit Squad, is training a squad of 40 boxers across ten weight categories for men and women ahead of the World Boxing Africa Elite Men's and Women's Boxing Championships at Kasarani Indoor Arena from October 15 to 28, 2026. Nearly half of the squad consists of boxers representing Kenya for the first time, with selection based on performances at the Kenya Open and consistency in the national league.
A global business leader argues that the climate transition represents an economic opportunity, not a burden, and that Africa's natural assets—including one-fifth of the world's carbon sinks—should be priced and traded in a market-driven global natural capital economy rather than relying on traditional donor frameworks.
Murang'a county is piloting the M-Care programme, funded by the European Commission, a five-year project that will integrate treatment for multiple non-communicable diseases such as diabetes and hypertension into a single clinic visit, reducing the need for patients to visit separate facilities.
South Africa's government withdrew an order on processing asylum applications after violence erupted in Johannesburg and Durban involving foreign nationals and anti-migrant locals, with cars torched and shops looted. The order, which followed a Constitutional Court ruling, led refugee offices to be overwhelmed and prompted the Home Affairs Department to cite public safety threats.
An investigation by Journalists for Justice documented 841 Kenyan nationals among at least 3,066 Africans from 40 countries who enlisted in Russia's armed forces between October 2022 and June 2026, with at least 76 Kenyans confirmed dead while fighting in Ukraine.
South Africa's government withdrew an order directing refugee reception offices to process asylum applications after violence erupted in Johannesburg and Durban, with vehicles torched and foreign-run shops looted. The Home Affairs Department said the directive led to offices being overwhelmed and posed serious threats to public safety.
US and Ghanaian authorities arrested 130 people accused of running internet scams that netted more than $10 million, the FBI announced Thursday. The raid, part of Operation Blackout targeting scam rings, also uncovered trafficking victims forced to work in the compound.
Ghanaian authorities arrested seven women for making decorative bouquets and cakes from banknotes, a practice the Bank of Ghana says violates the Currency Act. The central bank warned in July that misuse of cedi notes for decoration can result in fines or imprisonment.
Kenya is expanding tourism, investment and trade links with the United States through a new partnership called the Tourism Triangle, which connects Kenyan businesses with travellers, investors and companies in the Washington metropolitan region. The initiative, unveiled at a Kenya Embassy-hosted forum in Washington, D.C., brings together Nairobi-based travel company Tuua Safaris and US-based Africaire Hospitality Group, with plans to initially link Kenya with Washington, D.C. and Maryland before extending to other US and Caribbean markets.
Zambia's government will sign an agreement to receive $1.5 billion in health funding from the United States over five years after resolving concerns over data privacy and access to critical minerals. The US is a major funder of HIV/AIDS, malaria, and public health programmes in Zambia.
Microinsurance company Turaco has promoted Cedrick Todwell to Chief Commercial Officer for Africa, effective October 1, to oversee commercial strategy, revenue growth, partnerships and market expansion. The company operates in Kenya, Uganda, Nigeria, Ghana, Zambia and Tanzania, has reached more than eight million people through partnerships, and plans to enter two additional African underwriting markets by year-end.
Global integrated services company Alliad has launched the first season of its Empowering Africa podcast to spotlight practical solutions for translating the continent's economic potential into sustainable and inclusive growth, bringing together business leaders, entrepreneurs and changemakers to discuss Africa's pressing development priorities including infrastructure, healthcare, investment, digital innovation, supply chains and climate resilience.
HACO Industries Kenya Limited has signed a manufacturing and distribution agreement with Ghana-based Ayewa Aberfur to produce and distribute its Amara skincare lotion in Ghana, providing technical expertise while Ayewa Aberfur contributes product development and manufacturing capabilities.
Families of roughly 1,000 Kenyans recruited to fight for Russia face murky compensation networks and unconfirmed status of their relatives. An August 2026 investigation found intermediaries claiming to secure compensation of up to US$150,000 for families of those killed or missing, charging commissions of 30 per cent, though authorities have provided little reliable confirmation of the recruits' whereabouts.
Carlos Queiroz has left his job as Ghana coach after a defeat to Gambia worsened the Black Stars' crisis. The Ghana Football Association mutually agreed to terminate his contract barely a month after reappointing him, citing that necessary conditions were not fully established.
Microinsurance company Turaco and VisionFund International have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to expand access to affordable insurance among low-income families, building on their existing partnership in Kenya and Uganda where they have covered about 250,000 people. The partnership will expand to Tanzania, Ghana, Zambia and Rwanda, with insurance products distributed through VisionFund's network of microfinance institutions.
The Sunshine Development Tour will hold its inaugural West African event, the Lakowe Lakes Classic, in Lagos, Nigeria from October 2 to 4, bringing together 139 players from 10 countries competing for a US$50,000 prize fund and ranking points.
Ghana lost 4-2 to Gambia in Accra, Nigeria lost 3-0 to Guinea-Bissau away, and Cape Verde lost 2-1 to Rwanda at home in shock results during the second matchday of 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying on Tuesday. Algeria drew 2-2 with Burundi after trailing by two goals.
Ghana lost 4-2 to Gambia in Accra after leading by two goals, Nigeria suffered a 3-0 defeat to Guinea-Bissau, and Cape Verde lost 2-1 to Rwanda at home in shock results during 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying matches on Tuesday.
A coalition of community and civil society organisations from five African countries has called on governments, funders, and health-sector players to urgently scale up access to proven tools for preventing, detecting and treating pre-eclampsia and maternal anaemia. In Kenya, maternal mortality stands at 355 deaths per 100,000 live births—approximately 16 mothers dying daily—despite the availability of life-saving medicines and diagnostics.
The 125th Nairobi International Trade Fair, running until October 4 at Jamhuri Park Showground, showcases climate-smart agriculture and farming technologies to help farmers adapt to changing weather patterns. The seven-day event has attracted more than 400 exhibitors and expects about 600,000 visitors, featuring climate-resilient seed varieties, adapted livestock breeds, and digital farming solutions including crop-spraying drones.
Upesi, a Kenyan outbound money transfer service, is targeting more than Sh1 billion in transactions over four months through a zero-fee campaign covering eight international corridors including China, Uganda, Rwanda, Tanzania, Ghana, the Philippines, UAE and Nigeria, with China projected to account for about Sh150 million monthly.
Wafalme Stars head coach Gideon Tarus attributed Kenya's ninth-place finish at the 2026 CAVB African Nations Volleyball Championship in Tunisia to players prioritizing individual talent over teamwork. Kenya had targeted a podium finish and World Cup qualification, but Tarus said some players focused on showcasing themselves to attract professional club opportunities rather than playing as a unit.
More than 1,000 runners participated in the Friends of Karura Anniversary Race at Karura Forest on Sunday, featuring races of 21km, 10km, 5km and 2km distances. The event served as a warm-up to the 23rd Standard Chartered Nairobi Marathon scheduled for October 25 at Uhuru Gardens.
African leaders, universities, governments and industry players have called for major reforms in higher education to ensure universities produce skills, research and innovation that can drive economic growth and create jobs. The call was made at the inaugural Higher Education Transformation Convening in Accra, Ghana, hosted by the MasterCard Foundation, which focused on how universities can better prepare young people for a changing labour market while strengthening research, innovation and links with industry.
AfCFTA Secretary-General Wamkele Mene said African businesses could save billions of shillings in transaction costs if countries removed barriers to cross-border payments, customs and infrastructure. He estimated currency conversion costs associated with African trade amount to about Sh647.3 billion (US$5 billion) a year, and cited the Pan-African Payment and Settlement System (PAPSS) as one way to reduce reliance on third currencies like the US dollar.
Bali's tourism authorities say the island's appeal rests on beaches, temples, and rice terraces, but also on Tri Hita Karana, a philosophy centring harmony between people, nature, and the divine that shapes tourism policy through protecting sacred sites, regulating development, and requiring visitor respect for local traditions. The approach offers a model for Kenya and other African countries seeking to grow tourism without sacrificing culture, communities, and natural resources.
Ghana is enforcing rules prohibiting preaching in moving public and commercial vehicles under its 2026 Road Traffic Regulations introduced in May. The Transport Ministry launched a nationwide awareness campaign this month; violators face fines of up to about $52, up to eight months in prison, or both.
A survey of 482 young people aged 14 to 35 across six African countries found that 89 per cent felt confident speaking up on issues, yet only 53 per cent had participated in an advocacy activity. The ONE Campaign study suggests young people's challenge is limited knowledge of how to convert concerns into sustained advocacy and engagement with decision-makers.
Kenya faces disruption to its food system as El Niño rains approach through February 2027, with the country already grappling with a projected 40% harvest decline, a maize shortfall of nearly 19 million bags, rising food inflation at 9%, and a milk delivery crisis.