In Kenya, protests that began in response to tax increases have grown into a movement demanding the president's resignation. Scores of protestors have gone missing since the anti-government protests began a month ago. Human rights groups fear that the security forces are behind
One of those being held in the bush was on HIV medication and had not taken his drugs for two weeks.
[WHO-AFRO] Brazzaville -- In a major step towards strengthening health security in the African Region, the World Health Organization (WHO) Regional Office for Africa (AFRO) has established an Emergency Preparedness & Response Technical Advisory Group (EPR-TAG). This
[Premium Times] "With just about 4 per cent of women elected to the National Assembly and only seven women in the forty-five member cabinet, Nigeria is not doing well on the continental ranking."
Anuoluwapo Juwon Opeyori grew up in Lagos, with little access to badminton facilities - now he’s a four-time African champion.
Macharia Gaitho, known for his articles criticising the government, says he will sue over the ordeal.
The story of barefoot African runner Abebe Bikila, who made history at the Games and inspired a generation.
Government promises to curb rogue building practices are too little, too late for grieving parents.
The strike could disrupt a landmark trial over a 2009 massacre.
[Capital FM] Nairobi -- A new survey has revealed that 72.7 percent of Kenyans want former Interior Ministry Cabinet Secretary Kithure Kindiki to be reappointed to his former docket due to his performance.
In Kenya, nearly 60 people have gone missing since the anti-government protests began over a month ago. Human rights groups fear that the security forces are behind these disappearances.
[Independent (Kampala)] Arusha, Tanzania -- Uganda will host the 11th East Africa Internet Governance Forum (EAIGF) to address crucial issues that enhance internet development and governance in the region, the East African Community (EAC) said in a statement on Monday.
[SciDev.Net] Kampala -- An HIV prevention drug proven to protect women from the virus with just two injections a year must be made available at an affordable price for those at risk in low- and middle-income countries, advocacy groups urge.
[GAVI] Geneva -- Gavi, the Vaccine Alliance, has been ranked in the 'Very good' category for the fifth time in the 2024 Publish What You Fund (PWYF) Index, a leading assessment of aid transparency. The result underscores Gavi's commitment to openness and accountability as it
[People's Dispatch] Four years after the onset of COVID-19, children's vaccination rates are stalling and declining. Armed conflicts and weakening of public health systems are to blame
Still reeling from the discovery of bodies in a quarry, Kenyans are trying to find out more.
