Somaliland internet firms block access to news sites, raising censorship specter
The crackdown of online media has been a major concern for journalists based in Somaliland who have also seen waves of arrests and intimidation by...
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SPECIAL REPORT: Will Kenya’s border wall help maintain security?
The 700-kilometer-long security wall along the northeastern border with Somalia is part of a broader national security plan to curb cross-border terror attacks by Somali terrorist group...
Uganda’s School for Life: Educating out of Poverty
In the 21st century, for many young people “finding a job” is just not an option. And in Uganda, with youth unemployment at around 66...
President pledges fair, peaceful poll as New Year gift
President Uhuru Kenyatta led Kenyans in ushering in the New Year with a pledge to ensure a free and fair General Election in August. In...
Ethiopia jails 20 Muslims accused of pursuing Sharia state
ADDIS ABABA, Ethiopia — An Ethiopian court has sentenced 20 Muslims to prison after they were found guilty of trying to establish a state ruled...
Suicide car bomber outside Mogadishu airport kills 3: Police
MOGADISHU, Somalia — A Somali police officer says a suicide car bomber detonated an explosives-laden vehicle at a security checkpoint near Mogadishu’s international airport, killing...
Ethiopia detains 130 individuals for alleged corrupt practices
Corruption in Ethiopia is a lot less than other African countries. Even though a legislative framework against corruption exists in Ethiopia, anti-corruption regulations are rarely enforced....
200 arrested in Kampala during New Year’s celebrations
Police in Uganda’s capital Kampala have arrested more than 200 people during the celebrations to mark New Year. At least 138 suspects are being detained...
Ethiopia: Agricultural Mechanization Enhances Productivity
It was Sunday. That day was chosen to visit wheat production yield found in northern part of Amhara State commonly named Ciyadeber and Weyo woredas....
Kenyans face slowdown in economic growth ahead of polls
Kenyans should be worried about a slowdown in economic growth this year as we head to the General Election, experts have warned. This is even...
