Uhuru Kenyatta Arrives in Lagos for Future Africa Leaders Awards

Former President Uhuru Kenyatta reached Lagos, Nigeria. He came for the inspiring Future Africa Leaders Awards.This event spotlights young Africans. They shine in leadership through education, youth strength, and guidance.Uhuru's office posted on X last Wednesday, December 31, 2025. He will give the keynote speech. It honors rising stars from

Why Africa’s 2026 Elections Matter for Kenya and the Region

2026 will mark a key year for democracy across Africa. Many general elections are planned. They hold major geopolitical and economic weight for anchor nations like Kenya.Nairobi serves as East Africa's main center for trade and diplomacy. Nearby elections will send shockwaves its way.Kenya's foreign policy depends on steady neighbors.

Algeria Passes Law Calling French Colonisation a Crime

Algeria's parliament approved a law with full agreement. It labels France's takeover of the North African nation a crime. The measure calls for an apology and payments.State TV notes the law bans praise for colonialism.This step highlights worsening ties between the nations. Experts call it the lowest point since independence

Libya Army Chief Dies in Plane Crash in Turkey

Libya's Prime Minister says the army chief died in a plane crash in Turkey.Gen Mohammed Ali Ahmed al-Haddad and four others flew on a Falcon 50 jet from Ankara on Tuesday night.Turkish Interior Minister Ali Yerlikaya posted on X that the jet lost signal at 20:52 local time. That was

Natembeya Calls for Tiriki Ritual Torch Burial for Cyrus Jirongo

Trans Nzoia Governor George Natembeya urged Tiriki elders to use old customs in burying former Lugari MP Cyrus Jirongo. He wants them to put a lit torch inside the casket.He spoke on Sunday, December 21, 2025. This was in Milima Ward. The event was an initiation rite at former MCA

Gachagua to Expand DCP Party Among Kenyan Diaspora in 2026

Rigathi Gachagua, former Deputy President, plans to grow his party, Democracy for the Citizens (DCP), for Kenyans abroad in 2026.On Saturday, December 20, 2025, he shared plans to visit other continents next year. He aims to meet diaspora communities and set up satellite offices.Gachagua spoke at a gathering with Kenyans

Uhuru Kenyatta Urges African Youth to Lead Now

Former President Uhuru Kenyatta urged young Africans to take leadership roles right now. He warned that waiting for power later could mean missing their chance.He spoke Thursday at the IGAD Leadership Academy Annual Alumni Conference. The event took place at Windsor Hotel in Nairobi. Uhuru told the group the idea

UN Peacekeepers Killed in Drone Attack in Sudan’s Kordofan Region

A drone attack struck a United Nations peacekeeping support facility in conflict-affected Sudan, resulting in the deaths of six peacekeepers, according to UN Secretary-General António Guterres.Additionally, eight other peacekeepers sustained injuries in the incident, which occurred on Saturday, December 13, 2025, in Kadugli, a city located in the central Kordofan

Drone Strike on Sudan Kindergarten Kills 50 Amid Escalating Conflict

A drone strike in Kalogi, located in Sudan's South Kordofan region, reportedly hit a kindergarten, resulting in the deaths of at least 50 individuals, including 33 children.The Rapid Support Forces (RSF), a paramilitary group engaged in conflict with the Sudanese army, were accused of carrying out this Thursday attack by

Rwanda Genocide Fugitive Fulgence Kayishema Arrested in South Africa

A man considered one of the most sought-after individuals linked to the 1994 Rwandan genocide has been apprehended in Paarl, South Africa, after evading capture for decades.Fulgence Kayishema is accused of organizing the massacre of over 2,000 Tutsi refugees—comprising women, men, children, and the elderly—at Nyange Catholic Church during