Kenyan teacher makes final 10 for $1M Global Teacher Prize 2019
A Maths and Physics teacher from Nakuru, Kenya has been shortlisted for a global prize recognising outstanding contributions to education. Peter Tabichi, a Maths and …
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Al-Shabaab terrorist attack at Nairobi hotel compound
Heavy gunfire and explosions have been reported by eyewitnesses at the scene of a terrorist attack in the Riverside area of Nairobi, Kenya. DusitD2 is …
Two sides to the Magufuli coin
President John Magufuli swept to power on a wave of popular support and won continental and global approval for his anti-corruption measures and the slashing …
Kenya: Solai dam disaster ruffles feathers
The Solai dam disaster in Kenya’s Rift Valley, which left scores dead, seems to have finally spurred the government to take action against those whose …
Ethiopia/Eritrea: New dawn as former foes “build bridge of love”
One time bitter foes, Eritrea and Ethiopia have signed a “Joint Declaration of Peace and Friendship” proclaiming an end to decades long of strife and …
Drought, indigeneity and land conflict in Northern Kenya
Earlier in the year drought caused traditional herdsmen to steal pasture from landowners, burning down tourist lodges and grabbing the attention of the world media …