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Ngũgĩ wa Thiong’o, Kenyan author and dissident who became a giant of modern literature, dies at 87

One of the world’s most acclaimed writers, Ngũgĩ wa Thiong'o, has died at 87

The Independent UK

Ngũgĩ wa Thiong’o, giant of African literature, dies aged 87

Kenyan writer’s death announced by his daughter, who wrote: ‘He lived a full life, fought a good fight’

The Guardian - US

Haiti Reaches Deal With Military Contractor Erik Prince To Fight Gangs Close To Taking The Capital

Erik Prince, the founder of Blackwater, signed a contract to fight the gangs that control most of Port-au-Prince and have been fending off counter-attacks from a multinational mission led by Kenya

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Nigerian and Kenyan farmers can be first step to making rural mini grids more profitable and affordable

In Nigeria and Kenya, many small to medium farms and rural grain-milling businesses are not connected to the national electricity grid. They still use petrol or diesel generators for power. Energy, agriculture and development researchers Temilade Sesan, Lucy Baker and colleagues set out to discover how these agribusinesses could get…

The Conversation

Man charged over murder of British businessman 'found in sack of pineapples' in Kenya

Alex Mutua, a Kenyan national, pleaded not guilty to killing Campbell Scott earlier this

Evening Standard

10 years ago Kenya set out to fix gender gaps in education – what’s working and what still needs to be done

The Kenyan government launched a big attempt in 2015 to promote gender equality in and through the education sector. This was guided by principles of equal participation and inclusion of women and men, and girls and boys in national development.

The Conversation

Some Africans have seen a big belly as a sign of wealth. It’s killing them

The contrast highlights Kenya’s growing inequality and the popularity of fast and processed foods

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Nairobi court finds 2 men guilty of aiding al-Shabab militants in 2019 hotel attack

Two Kenyan men charged with facilitating militants who attacked a luxury hotel complex in 2019 leaving 21 people dead have been found guilty and will be sentenced next month

The Independent UK

Organization of American States under pressure from the US to help quell gang violence in Haiti

The Organization of American States is coming under pressure to help quash gang violence in Haiti as a U.N.-backed mission led by Kenyan police in the troubled Caribbean country struggles with a lack of funds and personnel

The Independent UK

Kenya slammed as 'rogue state' over Ugandan opposition leader kidnap

Kenyan authorities have admitted to cooperating in the kidnapping of Ugandan opposition leader Kizza Besigye – who is now on trial for treason in his home country – on its territory last year.

Radio France Internationale

Kenyans worry a US duty-free trade deal might end and expose them to Trump's tariffs

It’s crunch time for the maker of Levi’s and Wrangler jeans in Kenya’s capital

The Independent UK

Is this bad for my health? Kenyan study tests three types of warning labels on food

The Conversation

Tanzania Opposition Leader Defiant As He Appears For Treason Trial

Tanzanian opposition leader Tundu Lissu appeared in court on Monday for his latest hearing in a treason trial in which he faces a potential death penalty.

International Business Times

Kenyan Politician, Lawyer For Tanzania Opposition Leader Arrested

Kenyan lawyer Martha Karua, a presidential candidate who also represents opposition figures on trial in neighbouring countries, was arrested in Tanzania on Sunday, a spokesperson told AFP. Karua has been representing Tanzanian opposition leader Tindu Lissu, who is on trial for treason and faces a possible death penalty.

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Kenyan politician, lawyer for Tanzania opposition leader arrested

Kenyan lawyer Martha Karua, a presidential candidate who also represents opposition figures on trial in neighbouring countries, was arrested in Tanzania on Sunday, a spokesperson told AFP.

The Independent UK

They once lived the 'gangster life.' Now they tackle food insecurity in Kenya's slums

Young men who once lived the “gangster life” in Kenya's capital have become farmers with a social mission

The Conversation

Kenya has a bold new disability law: now to make it work

Kenya has long recognised the rights of persons with disabilities in law. The 2010 constitution guarantees access, dignity and inclusion for people living with disabilities.

The Independent UK

Amnesty report exposes abuse of Kenyan domestic workers in Saudi Arabia

More than 70 Kenyan women have documented their harrowing experiences working as domestic workers in Saudi Arabia

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Insect trafficking poses a risk to wildlife and human health

Four men were recently arrested and fined for attempting to smuggle more than 5,000 ants out of Kenya. Aiming to sell them as part of the exotic pet trade, these ants were being stored in individual test tubes and syringes with small amounts of cotton wool for transportation. This unusual…

The Guardian - UK

‘We’re ready to fight’: activists brace as US anti-rights figures descend on Africa

Ultra-conservative campaigners fly in for ‘family values’ conferences to share tactics with African allies who oppose abortion and LGBTQ+ rights

The Conversation

Is Kenya’s president safe in a crowd? Security expert scans VIP protection checklist

Protecting any president requires multiple layers of intelligence, physical security and rapid response security protocols. Exact operational details are classified, but there are global best practices in VIP protection.

The Conversation

We set out to improve literacy among struggling readers in Kenya – what we learnt

Literacy – being able to read, write and understand written or spoken language – is a cornerstone of educational achievement. Yet, for millions of children worldwide, acquiring basic literacy skills is a significant challenge.

Euronews

Two Belgian teens found with 5,000 ants in Kenya given $7,700 fine or year in prison

The teenagers were found with the ants, which authorities said were destined for European and Asian markets, in an emerging trend of trafficking lesser-known wildlife species.

The Independent UK

Two teenagers found with 5,000 ants could serve 12 months in prison

The pair have been fined $7,700 or the option to serve the maximum penalty for violating wildlife conservation laws in prison

The Conversation

The Conversation Africa’s first 10 years: a story of new media powered by generosity

Starting from scratch is daunting. And exhilarating. Your heart pounds, you can taste adrenaline, the sense of urgency and anticipation makes you high. I can recall each of these sensations 10 years after the thrilling moment when The Conversation Africa went live, and our first newsletter was sent out. Thanks…

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