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Suspected Kenya quarry serial killer escapes from police station

Police say Collins Jumaisi admitted to killing 42 women including his wife

The Independent UK · Aug 20, 2024

Kenya 'Psychopath' Serial Killer Suspect Escapes From Custody

Kenyan police launched a major manhunt on Tuesday after a man they claim has confessed to murdering and dismembering 42 women escaped from a Nairobi police cell, along with a dozen other detainees.

International Business Times · Aug 20, 2024

Kenya Govt Plans To Reinstate Some Taxes To Raise $1.2 Bn

The Kenyan government plans to raise about $1.2 billion by reinstating some unpopular taxes contained in a finance bill that was scrapped in the face of deadly street protests, a government minister said.

International Business Times · Aug 19, 2024

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‘A revolution is building’: can young people force change across Africa?

Africa has the youngest population of any continent, and recent protests in Kenya, Nigeria and Uganda suggest growing youth disillusionment. Will they be able to turn discontent into action?

The Guardian - UK · Aug 19, 2024

Kenyan film explores the struggles of motherhood and mental health in Africa

Poignant Kenyan short film Act of Love, screened in Nairobi this week, is on a mission to raise awareness about maternal mental health in Africa – with a special focus on postpartum depression. Inspired by a true story, the film has spent the past year touring film festivals across the…

Radio France Internationale · Aug 18, 2024

Kenyan city removes athlete statues after uproar over its poor quality

Authorities in Eldoret unveiled three athlete statues to mark President William Ruto's conferring of city status

Evening Standard · Aug 16, 2024

Kenya topped Africa’s Olympics medal table – but a new strategy will be needed to keep winning

Kenya topped Africa’s medal tally at the 2024 Paris Olympics, as the east African country did at the last two games in 2020 and 2016. Kenya is a dominant force particularly because of the success of its middle-distance and long-distance runners.

The Conversation · Aug 16, 2024

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‘A violation’: Kenyan town removes athlete statues after uproar about unrecognisable features

Eldoret forced to remove statues of runners deemed a poorly done ‘joke’ on eve of event to confer city status on town

The Guardian - UK · Aug 15, 2024

Wildebeest, out of options, has no choice but to run off steep bank

Wildebeests would normally be able to outrun a single hyena, but this one in Kenya found itself in a no-win situation. But it won anyway.

USA Today Sports Media Group · Aug 15, 2024

‘Enforced disappearances’ send a chill through Kenya’s protests

Dozens are reported as having gone missing since demonstrations began, and some have turned up dead

The Guardian - UK · Aug 15, 2024

Kenya cult leader Paul Mackenzie on trial for manslaughter

The self-proclaimed pastor faces charges of murder, child torture and terrorism after the deaths of over 400 people.

Al Jazeera · Aug 12, 2024

Is Africa experiencing a protest-led revolution?

Some analysts say an ‘African Spring’ is in the making amid youth-led protests in Kenya, Uganda and Nigeria.

Al Jazeera · Aug 12, 2024

Cultural treasures in Africa and French Polynesia join Unesco heritage list

The World Heritage Committee has this month inscribed 26 new cultural and natural properties to Unesco's World Heritage List, including five in Africa and one in French Polynesia.

Radio France Internationale · Aug 11, 2024

Kenya’s Faith Kipyegon wins 1500-metre final for record third Olympic gold

Kipyegon becomes the first athlete ever to win three back-to-back 1500m gold medals and sets new Olympic record time.

Al Jazeera · Aug 10, 2024

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The Independent UK · Aug 10, 2024

Georgia Bell pounces to snatch thrilling 1500 metres bronze for Great Britain

Kenyan Faith Kipyegon took the gold and Australian Jessica Hull claimed silver.

Kenyan Emmanuel Wanyonyi Wins Men's 800M Gold In Paris

Kenyan runner Emmanuel Wanyonyi wins gold in men's 800m race with a remarkable time of 1:41.19, showcasing resilience and talent.

The Independent UK · Aug 10, 2024

Eliud Kipchoge explains why he did not finish Olympic marathon and reveals future plan

The Kenyan great gave an uncertain assessment of his future as an Olympic marathon runner after a disastrous race in Paris

Radio France Internationale · Aug 9, 2024

Kenyan police fire tear gas at protesters as new cabinet is sworn in

Kenyan police fired volleys of tear gas Thursday in the capital Nairobi, injuring several journalists, as small groups of protesters gathered on what was billed as a fresh day of action against embattled President William Ruto.

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Wallpaper · Aug 9, 2024

Art futurists go in search of micro-utopias in Nairobi

‘Hakuna Utopia? In Search of Micro-Utopias’ sees Nairobi-based art collective Kairos Futura harness visions of the future to provoke change; artist Ajax Axe tells us more

International Business Times · Aug 8, 2024

Kenya Police Fire Tear Gas At Nairobi Protests, Journalists Hurt

The Conversation · Aug 7, 2024

Kenyan protesters are demanding President Ruto be removed – what the law says about how that could happen

In June 2024, many Kenyans took to the streets to protest what they believed were punitive taxes imposed by President William Ruto’s government. Though the president caved in and withdrew the contentious Finance Bill 2024, protesters are unmoved and now insist that he leave office.

The Guardian - UK · Aug 6, 2024

No jobs, no trust: young Africans’ economic struggles fuel protests

Young people have taken to streets in Kenya, Uganda and Nigeria amid cost of living crises and lack of jobs

The Conversation · Aug 5, 2024

Data protection is poor for African farmers who use digital services: Kenya and Ghana cases highlight gaps

Across Africa, agricultural producers are turning to digital solutions to get information about farming methods, market access or financial services. By 2022, there were 666 of these solutions operating on the continent, the highest number among all low- and medium-income regions.

Al Jazeera · Aug 5, 2024

Tanzania wants to evict Maasai for wildlife – but they’re fighting back

Community members are on a campaign to get international donors to defund their government and stop rights violations.

The Conversation · Aug 4, 2024

Young, urban, African: research explores what it means to be a good citizen in Ghana, Uganda and Tanzania

Young people between the ages of 18 and 35 make up two-thirds of Africa’s population. The number is expected to reach 75% by 2030. They live in an environment of rapid urbanisation, high unemployment rates and poor state services. These are some of the factors that incline young people towards…

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