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  Under the theme “Positioning for Opportunity”, Nairobi’s premier real estate event brings global investors and developers together to shape East Africa’s economic landscape. As a proudly Pan-African business with key interests in positively shaping economic policy and investments, Absa CIB has proudly, once again confirmed their participation as a lead sponsor of the 2025 East Africa Property Investment (EAPI) Summit. The EAPI Summit is East Africa’s premier real estate […]

  The mass renewal of national identification cards is expected to start in May 2025, the Minister of State for Internal Affairs, Gen. David Muhoozi has revealed. Gen. Muhoozi said this as he responded to the report of the Committee on Defence and Internal Affairs on the ministerial policy statement and budget estimates for 2025/2026 financial year. The report was presented by Committee Chairperson, Hon. Wilson Kajwengye on Wednesday, 09 […]

  UNSMIL is concerned about Libya’s worsening economic situation and the exchange of divisive, politically based accusations about responsibility for it, following the Central Bank of Libya’s devaluation of the Libyan dinar and its explanatory statement of 6 April. The Mission urges all parties to prioritise the national interest, set aside blame and agree on urgent measures to stabilise the national economy. Swift action is essential to reduce the negative […]

  The Deputy Speaker, Thomas Tayebwa has dismissed allegations that Members of Parliament received  Shs100 million for supporting the passing of the Coffee Bill. Tayebwa who chaired the sitting of the House on Wednesday, 09 April 2025 made the response after Butambala County Member of Parliament. Hon. Muwanga Kivumbi demanded an explanation from the leadership of Parliament on the allegations.  “The print media is awash with claims that each MP […]

Omupresident Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah, onghela okwali eya oku talelwapo ku High Commissioner wa Britin mo Namibia oo oshilonga shaye sheya pexulilo oku kala moshilongo Charles Moore. Pefimbo leenghundafana davo omu President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah, okwa ulika eudo nawa laye kombinga yo makwatafano mawa oipindi oo tahangwa pokati ka Namibia na United Kingdom. President talongifa omito oku pupula kombuda  High Commissioner  eshi akala noku litulamo moku xwaxwameka oipindi neemito domapungulo pokati koilongo yo […]

  Government of Zimbabwe has started fulfilling its commitment to compensate Former Farm Owners (FFOs) claims under the Global Compensation Deed (GCD) signed in 2020. To date, 740 farms have been approved for compensation by the Land Compensation Committee. In this regard, Government disbursed US$3.1 million for the first batch of 378 processed farms. This amount is 1 per cent of the total compensation claim value of US$311 million. Last […]

  The African Union of Broadcasting (AUB) (www.UAR-AUB.org) will hold its 16th General Assembly from June 18 to 20, 2025 in Abidjan, capital of the Republic of Côte d’Ivoire, under the theme: Empowering the media: what strategies for financial and technological resilience and innovative content?   This high-level meeting will bring together Directors General representing the media, the broadcasting industry, officials, experts, academics, content creators from across the continent, representatives of […]

  The National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA), in collaboration with the Plateau State Emergency Management Agency (SEMA), has commenced the disaster impact assessment of the communities recently affected by attacks in Bokkos Local Government Area of Plateau State. Assessment teams are currently on ground in the impacted areas to evaluate the extent of the damage and identify the immediate needs of affected populations. Concurrently, arrangements are being finalized for the […]

(Contributed Photo) By: Josia Shigwedha Namibia’s First Gentleman,Denga Ndaitwah, says President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah placed the country’s oil and gas portfolio under her office to safeguard it from corruption, as it is one of the sectors most vulnerable to abuse. Speaking at a student workshop held at Triumphant College in Khomasdal, Windhoek, under the theme  “Efficient Education as an Effective Weapon for the Future” Ndaitwah said some individuals had hoped the […]