Ngugi wa Thiong’o, East Africa’s Literature Giant dies at 87. But ‘weep not child!’
Like Nigeria’s Chinua Achebe, Ngugi was a towering figure in African literature, with his influence spreading across continents, languages, and generations.
Kenya versus Tanzania online battle reaches horrid proportions
Eventually things got so bad that, the ongoing budgetary sessions in each of the country’s parliaments started debating on the issue, with some legislators lashing out against their counterparts across the border.
Africa’s economy will grow by 4 percent in 2026
East Africa leads with a projected 5.9 percent growth in 2025-2026, driven by resilience in Ethiopia, Rwanda, and Tanzania.
Ten Killed as fresh clashes erupt in DR Congo. Former President Kabila’s aide abducted at midnight
Former member of the ruling Union for Democracy and Social Progress party, Kovo-Félix Ingila Bokondo has also been abducted by a gang of people in Mercedes Benz
Rebels war punches big hole in DR Congo’s military budget
The revised “combat budget,” currently under parliamentary debate, reveals a significant tax revenue shortfall, with rebel control over key borderlands crippling the country’s fiscal capacity.
Elon Musk’s Starlink entry causes havoc in South Africa
Minister Malatsi emphasized that South Africa is not creating exemptions for Starlink or any individual company.
Kenya kills Matatu Culture by banning graffiti on commuter Buses
Authorities emphasized that heavily tinted windows and decorative graffiti obstruct drivers’ visibility, contributing to accidents, and hinder law enforcement’s ability to monitor passenger safety.
United Nations extends arms embargo on South Sudan
The embargo seeks to limit the proliferation of weapons in a country where armed groups continue to perpetrate violence, displacing millions and exacerbating a humanitarian crisis. The resolution also extends the mandate of the UN Panel of Experts to oversee…
Ecobank wins the Best Bank in Africa prize at the Global Finance Awards
In selecting the best bank winners, Global Finance’s judges considered factors including growth in assets, profitability, geographic reach, strategic relationships, new business development and innovation in products.
DSTV Named Number One Most Admired African Media Brand in 2025
Launched in 1995, DStv has evolved from a digital satellite television pioneer into a content powerhouse, transforming the African viewing experience through continuous innovation, investment in local content, and a deep commitment to telling African stories.