Human rights activists across East Africa are facing growing cross-border repression marked by arrests, deportations, intimidation and alleged abuse. Despite the rising pressure, they remain determined to defend civic freedoms through solidarity, public action and collective resilience. Kenya drew global attention in 2024 when Gen Z-led protests shook the nation and
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Saif al-Islam Gaddafi Reportedly Killed in Libya
South Sudan Accepts Kenya’s Support Ahead of 2026 Elections
The Republic of South Sudan has embraced Kenya's offer to assist with its electoral process, reinforcing its dedication to regional peace and stability, as announced by State House in Juba.The nation anticipates conducting its general election in December, marking the first since gaining independence from the North in 2011.Originally slated
Malian MP Jailed in Ivory Coast for Insulting President Ouattara
A Mali lawmaker has received a three-year prison sentence in neighboring Ivory Coast for insulting the 84-year-old Ivorian leader, who recently secured a fourth term in office.Mamadou Hawa Gassama, a member of Mali's transitional parliament established by the junta, faced arrest last July during a visit to Ivory Coast.Prosecutors reported
Fela Kuti to Receive Posthumous Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award
Muhoozi Suspends UPDF–US Military Ties, Halts Somalia Operations
Uganda's Chief of Defence Forces, Muhoozi Kainerugaba, has declared the suspension of all military cooperation between the Uganda People’s Defence Forces (UPDF) and the United States. This decision also halts Uganda’s involvement in security operations in Somalia.In a statement released on X on Friday, January 29, 2026, Muhoozi, who is
Nyong’o Urges Kisumu Officials to Deliver Tangible Results
Kisumu Governor Anyang’ Nyong’o has called on county executive officials to prioritize accountability, innovation, and measurable results as they sign their performance contracts for the 2025-26 financial year. Speaking at the signing ceremony for county executive committee members and chief officers, Nyong’o described the exercise as more than a formality, terming
UN Condemns South Sudan General’s Call to Kill Civilians
The United Nations has expressed deep concern following remarks from a senior military leader in South Sudan, who urged his troops to "spare no one," including vulnerable populations such as children and the elderly, when deployed to opposition-held regions. Yasmin Sooka, head of the UN Commission on Human Rights in
Ruto Leads Africa Climate Resilience Push Through AAAP
President William Ruto has intensified efforts to bolster climate resilience across Africa, addressing the continent's escalating climate-related challenges such as prolonged droughts, devastating floods, and increasing threats to food security and economic stability.In a post shared on X on January 26, 2026, President Ruto announced that he convened a virtual
Drought Hits Milk Trade Hard in Garissa
Prolonged drought in Garissa County is tightening its grip on residents, disrupting livelihoods and driving up the cost of basic commodities, with milk vendors among the hardest hit. At Soko Ng’ombe market, rows of empty yellow jerrycans now tell a story of deepening scarcity as traders wait anxiously for milk deliveries