Governor Waiguru Urges Special Police Unit to Tackle Rising Femicide

Kirinyaga Governor Anne Waiguru has called for the creation of a special police unit under the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) to address the alarming rise in femicide cases across the country.

Governor Waiguru Urges Special Police Unit to Tackle Rising Femicide
Kenyan Senators Reject Bill to Regulate Harambee Fundraisers
Kenyan Senators Reject Bill to Regulate Harambee Fundraisers

Kenyan senators have rejected President William Ruto's proposed Public Fundraising Appeals Bill, 2024, which sought to regulate the popular harambee tradition.

Senator Cherargei Tells Omtatah to Raise Ksh. 7B for Presidency
Senator Cherargei Tells Omtatah to Raise Ksh. 7B for Presidency

Senator Cherargei has challenged Senator Okiya Omtatah to prepare Ksh. 7 billion if he is serious about running a successful presidential campaign in the 2027 elections.

Chadema Leader Freeman Mbowe Arrested Ahead of Tanzanian Elections
Chadema Leader Freeman Mbowe Arrested Ahead of Tanzanian Elections

Freeman Mbowe, the leader of Tanzania’s main opposition party, Chadema, was arrested on Friday, just days before the November 27 local elections.

Nigeria's NFF President Ibrahim Gusau Elected WAFU B Vice President
Nigeria's NFF President Ibrahim Gusau Elected WAFU B Vice President

Ibrahim Gusau, president of the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF), has been elected the first vice president of the West African Football Union (WAFU) Zone B.

Court Clears Rivers State Local Elections, Invalidates APC Suit
Court Clears Rivers State Local Elections, Invalidates APC Suit

The Court of Appeal in Abuja has nullified a Federal High Court ruling that aimed to halt the Rivers State Local Government elections held on October 5, 2024.

House Rejects Bill for Single Six-Year Term, Zonal Presidency
House Rejects Bill for Single Six-Year Term, Zonal Presidency

The House of Representatives has rejected a bill proposing significant amendments to Nigeria’s 1999 Constitution, including a single six-year term for the President, State Governors, and Local Government Chairmen.

Rigathi Gachagua Claims State Agents Are Harassing Him
Rigathi Gachagua Claims State Agents Are Harassing Him

Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has alleged that security agents in unmarked vehicles have been following him, monitoring his movements, and observing visitors to his homes in Nairobi and Nyeri.

Kenyan Senator Condemns Alleged Abduction of Uganda’s Kizza Besigye
Kenyan Senator Condemns Alleged Abduction of Uganda’s Kizza Besigye

Kenyan Senator James Orengo has strongly criticized the alleged abduction of Uganda’s opposition leader Kizza Besigye in Nairobi, calling on the Kenyan government to ensure his immediate release.

Somaliland Elects New Leader as Opposition Candidate Wins by Landslide
Somaliland Elects New Leader as Opposition Candidate Wins by Landslide

Abdirahman Mohammed Abdullahi, leader of Somaliland's opposition Wadani Party, has been elected president in a decisive victory over incumbent President Muse Bihi Abdi.

Kenya Denies Role in Kizza Besigye’s Alleged Abduction
Kenya Denies Role in Kizza Besigye’s Alleged Abduction

Kenya has strongly denied allegations of involvement in the disappearance of Ugandan opposition leader Dr.

Samira Bawumia Praises Husband's Leadership for Ghana's Growth
Samira Bawumia Praises Husband's Leadership for Ghana's Growth

Samira Bawumia, the Second Lady of Ghana, has expressed strong support for her husband, Dr.

MP Peter Kwakye-Ackah Withdraws Independent Bid After Court Ruling
MP Peter Kwakye-Ackah Withdraws Independent Bid After Court Ruling

Peter Kwakye-Ackah, the Member of Parliament for Sekondi, has announced his decision to withdraw his bid as an independent candidate for the upcoming December elections.

Ruto Vows Resilience as CSs, PSs Sign Performance Contracts
Ruto Vows Resilience as CSs, PSs Sign Performance Contracts

Cabinet Secretaries (CSs) and Principal Secretaries (PSs) signed their performance contracts this week as President William Ruto reaffirmed his administration's commitment to delivering on its promises despite criticism.

Senegal Ruling Party Declares ‘Large Victory’ in Recent Elections
Senegal Ruling Party Declares ‘Large Victory’ in Recent Elections

Senegal's ruling party has claimed a decisive victory in the country’s recent elections, signaling strong support for its leadership.

President Tinubu Arrives in Brazil for 2024 G20 Leaders’ Summit
President Tinubu Arrives in Brazil for 2024 G20 Leaders’ Summit

President Bola Tinubu has arrived in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, to participate in the 19th Heads of State and Government Summit of the Group of 20 (G20).

Gabon Approves New Constitution in Referendum Marking Step Toward Democracy
Gabon Approves New Constitution in Referendum Marking Step Toward Democracy

Gabonese voters overwhelmingly approved a new constitution in a referendum seen as a key step toward democratic governance.

Tinubu Hails Ondo Election, Congratulates Aiyedatiwa on Re-election
Tinubu Hails Ondo Election, Congratulates Aiyedatiwa on Re-election

President Bola Tinubu has congratulated Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa on his re-election in the Ondo State Governorship election held on Saturday.

Senegal Votes in Key Election Amid Economic and Political Tensions
Senegal Votes in Key Election Amid Economic and Political Tensions

Senegalese voters went to the polls on Sunday to elect members of the 165-seat national assembly, a crucial step for President Bassirou Diomaye Faye as he seeks a parliamentary majority to implement his ambitious reform agenda.

Indian PM Modi Meets Tinubu in Abuja for Bilateral Talks
Indian PM Modi Meets Tinubu in Abuja for Bilateral Talks

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi is visiting Nigeria for high-level talks with President Bola Tinubu.

Evans Kidero Appointed Chair of Kenya National Trading Corporation
Evans Kidero Appointed Chair of Kenya National Trading Corporation

President William Ruto has named former Nairobi Governor Evans Kidero as the Chairperson of the Kenya National Trading Corporation (KNTC).