May 28
Africa: Effective Policies, Investments Will Drive East Africa's Economic Growth - AfDB Official
New Times
East Africa is projected to lead the continent in economic growth, with gross domestic product (GDP)expected to increase from 4.3 per cent in 2024 to 5.9 per cent in both 2025 and… Read more »
Nigeria: Nigerian and Kenyan Farmers Can Be First Step to Making Rural Mini Grids More Profitable and Affordable [analysis]
The Conversation Africa
In Nigeria and Kenya, many small to medium farms and rural grain-milling businesses are not connected to the national electricity grid. They still use petrol or diesel generators… Read more »
Sudan: From Struggle to Strategy - Lessons From Micro and Small-Scale Manufacturers in Wartime Sudan [analysis]
African Arguments
The Sudan War series is a joint collaboration between the Center for Economic, Legal, and Social Studies and Documentation Khartoum (CEDEJ-K), the Sudan-Norway Academic Cooperation… Read more »
Mauritius: LGSC to Recruit 2,245 Manual Workers Shortly, Announces Deputy Prime Minister
Government of Mauritius
The Local Government Service Commission (LGSC) will recruit 2,245 scavengers and manual workers and vacancy notices for these posts have been advertised as from today, said the… Read more »
Africa: Uganda's Ojangole to Chair Africa's Development Finance Body
Independent (Kampala)
Uganda Development Bank (UDB) Managing Director, Dr. Patricia Ojangole, has been appointed Chairperson of the Association of African Development Finance Institutions (AADFI), the… Read more »
Ethiopia: State Set for Investment Forum
Ethiopian Herald
Oromia State is stepping up its efforts to attract both local and international investors as it prepares to host a high-level investment forum on May 31, 2025, here in Addis. Read more »
Africa: Ethiopia Tops Africa's Growth Rankings With 8.1% GDP Surge
Ethiopian Herald
ADDIS ABABA -- Defying regional and global economic headwinds, Ethiopia has emerged as the fastest-growing economy in Africa in 2025, posting an impressive 8.1% GDP growth,… Read more »
Ethiopia: INSA Undertaking Initiatives to Bridge Cybersecurity Talent Gap
Ethiopian Herald
ADDIS ABABA - The Information Network Security Administration (INSA) has announced ongoing efforts to close the digital skills gap by recruiting and nurturing young talent to… Read more »
Ethiopia: Ethiopia, Italy Pledge to Deepen Bilateral Cooperation
Ethiopian Herald
ADDIS ABABA -- Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed (PhD) and his Italian counterpart Giorgia Meloni have reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening bilateral and multilateral cooperation… Read more »
Ethiopia: Ensuring Digitally Empowered Ethiopia [opinion]
Ethiopian Herald
Ethiopia stands on the brink of a significant digital transformation, a journey that promises to reshape its economy and society. Embracing digital technologies is not merely a… Read more »
Uganda: DStv Named Most Admired African Media Brand 2025
Independent (Kampala)
DStv has been officially recognized as the number one Most Admired African Media Brand in the Brand Africa 100 in the Africa's Best Brands 2025 rankings. This recognition also sees… Read more »
May 27
Africa: All of Africa Today - May 27, 2025
allAfrica
U.S. Military Announces Plans To Adjust Africa Strategy Read more »
Tanzania: Tanzania, Japan Sign MOU to Construct Kidney Transplant Facility in Dodoma
Daily News
THE Benjamin Mkapa Hospital, the University of Dodoma, and Japan's Tokushukai Medical Corporation have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) for the construction of a… Read more »
Tanzania: Home Affairs Unveils 2.06tri/ - Budget
Daily News
THE Ministry of Home Affairs unveiled in the National Assembly yesterday a 2.06tri/- budget for the 2025/2026 financial year, up from 1.71tri/- in 2024/25 to advance national… Read more »
Rwanda: Gardens for Health International Scales Up Nutrition-Sensitive Agriculture - Burera
New Times
Gardens for Health International, a non-profit organisation focused on addressing malnutrition in Rwanda, has equipped district agriculture officials, sector agronomists, local… Read more »
Rwanda: African Trade Negotiators Sharpen Skills in UR-WTO Training Course
New Times
The University of Rwanda (UR) and the World Trade Organization (WTO) officially launched a training course for trade negotiators from English-speaking African countries on May 26,… Read more »
East Africa: Fisher-Folk Upbeat About Unlocking Blue Economy in Lake Victoria
Capital FM
The fisher folk community in the Lake Victoria basin are thrilled with this year's theme as the country marks the 62nd Madaraka Day in Homa Bay County this Sunday. Read more »
Ethiopia: Gold Export Hits 2.57 Bln USD in Ten - Month
Ethiopian Herald
ADDIS ABABA-The Ministry of Mining has announced that total revenue from mining exports during the past ten months of this fiscal year has reached 2.57 billion USD. Read more »
Kenya: Kenya Pilots AI System to Protect Black Rhino Calves in Aberdare National Park
IPS
Conservationists in Kenya's Aberdare National Park have piloted an artificial intelligence (AI) system designed to detect and deter hyenas--as part of an effort to protect black… Read more »
Rwanda: President Kagame to Visit Kazakhstan
New Times
President Paul Kagame is expected to hold an official visit to Kazakhstan, from May 28 to 29, as both countries seek to strengthen bilateral relations. Read more »
Kenya: Microsoft Partners With Kenya to Launch Regional Cybersecurity Initiative
Capital FM
Microsoft has launched a new cybersecurity initiative targeting the Global South, starting with a strategic partnership with Kenya's National Computer and Cybercrime Coordination… Read more »
Kenya: Somaliland Leader in Nairobi for 'Stretegic Diplomatic Visit'
Capital FM
Somaliland President Abdirahman Mohamed Abdullahi has arrived in Nairobi for what the semi-autonomous region agitating for independence has termed a "strategic diplomatic visit". Read more »
Kenya: Kenya Airways Steps Up Hard Sale of Their Flights to London Gatwick
Independent (Kampala)
As Uganda Airlines finally launched their much delayed flights to the UK - notably not to London Heathrow, Britain's primary aviation hub - but to Gatwick, which is clearly a… Read more »
Kenya: Despite Improvements, Kenya's Fiscal Path Is Fragile Amid High Debt Vulnerabilities and Weak Revenue Growth [press release]
World Bank
NAIROBI, May 27, 2025--Kenya's public debt remains at high risk of distress, with interest payments absorbing about a third of tax revenue. Reforms to strengthen fiscal… Read more »
Kenya: Kenya Can Cut Public Debt-to-GDP Ratio By a Third While Generating Jobs If It Prioritizes Fiscal, Governance, and Structural Reforms [press release]
World Bank
NAIROBI, May 27, 2025--Kenya's fiscal policy could be better used to create more and better jobs, strengthen the social contract with Kenyan citizens, provide better public… Read more »
