Government moves to train Cyber security Experts

Kenya’s government is collaborating with higher education institutions and other stakeholders in the ICT sector to train young individuals with a strong technological background to become cyber security experts. The Cabinet Secretary for Information, Communications, and The Digital Economy, Eliud Owalo, stresses the importance of developing a digital army to safeguard digital assets and resources…

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Uganda terminates oil import deal with Kenya

The Ugandan government has passed a bill to terminate Uganda’s fuel import deal with Kenya. UGANDA’S Parliament passed a bill to ensure the security of petroleum product supply in the country. The Uganda National Oil Company Limited (UNOC) will now be responsible for sourcing and supplying petroleum products to licensed Oil Marketing Companies. According to…

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“Mabibi na Mabwana Hamjambo” King Charles III speech during state banquet

King Charles III of the United Kingdom showcased his fluency in Swahili during a state banquet hosted by President William Ruto at State House. He began his speech with a Swahili greeting, “Mabibi na mabwana, hamjambo! Niaje! Ni furaha yangu kuwa nanyi jioni ya leo,” which translates to “ Ladies and gentlemen, good evening, how…

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Gambia Court Sentences Soldier To 12 Years In Prison For Leading Foiled Coup

Gambia’s high court on Tuesday sentenced a soldier to 12 years in prison for leading a foiled coup last year against President Adama Barrow’s administration. Eight soldiers were charged with treason and conspiracy in January for their role in a Dec. 21, 2022 coup attempt in the West African nation of 2.5 million people almost…

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Climate change in Kenya: Changing planting seasons

SUMMARY Climate change is posing an increasing threat to global socio-economic development and environmental sustainability. Developing countries with low adaptive capacity and high vulnerability to the phenomenon are disproportionately affected. Climate change in Kenya is increasingly impacting the lives of Kenya’s citizens and the environment. Climate change has had a profound impact on Kenya, particularly…

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Winners and Losers in Ruto’s Cabinet Reshuffle

Cabinet Secretary Ababu Namwamba has been impacted by President William Ruto’s Cabinet reshuffle, resulting in him losing the Department of Arts. This department has now been incorporated into the newly created Ministry of Gender, Culture, the Arts, and Heritage. Namwamba had previously faced criticism from certain leaders in the Kenya Kwanza Alliance, who had called…

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