March 05
Rwanda: 'If She Did It, Why Not Me?' - Dr. Mukamitari's Drive to Transform Rwandan Healthcare
allAfrica
"If she did it, then why not me?" - Dr. Victoire Mukamitari. Read more »
Rwanda: Rwanda Accuses Germany Of 'Politicising' Development Cooperation Over DR Congo War
Nile Post
Rwanda has accused Germany of politicising development cooperation after Berlin announced it was halting new development aid and reviewing existing commitments over Rwanda's… Read more »
Uganda: Father Kills Senior Three Daughter, Later Lynched By Mob
Nile Post
Shock and horror have swept through Kitengeesa village in Masaka City following the brutal killing of a Senior Three student, Sophia Nantume, by her father, Mwebe Deo. Read more »
Kenya: Ruto Dismisses Auditor General's Report On Sh100bn Expenditure On SHA
Capital FM
President William Ruto has dismissed the Auditor General's report questioning over Sh100 billion in expenditure on the Social Health Authority (SHA) system, stating that the… Read more »
Tanzania: International Women's Day, 2025 - in Zanzibar, Women Turn the Tide With Sponge Farming
IPS
In the early morning, as the tide pulls away, Zulfa Abdallah ties her scarf tightly around her head. She adjusts her goggles, places a snorkel across her forehead, and wades into… Read more »
Rwanda: Rwanda Accuses Canada of 'Blatantly Ignoring' Security Concerns - Statement
Nile Post
Rwanda's Ministry of Foreign Affairs has strongly condemned Canada's recent statement on the ongoing conflict in eastern DR Congo, accusing the North American country of… Read more »
Uganda: Hailstorm Destroys Dormitory At Bombo Secondary School in Luweero
Nile Post
A downpour accompanied by a hailstorm wreaked havoc in Bombo Town Council, Luweero District, on Monday, March 3, leaving massive destruction in its wake. Read more »
Uganda: Uganda Embraces Francophonie Month With Vibrant Cultural Celebrations
Independent (Kampala)
Uganda is immersed in a month-long celebration of French language and Francophone culture, as Francophonie Month takes center stage throughout March. The Embassy of France in… Read more »
Uganda: UPDF Trains Officers On Disaster Response, Management
Nile Post
The Uganda Peoples' Defence Forces has commenced a disaster response and management exercise (Table-Top Exercise), code-named "OKOA MAISHA 2025," at the headquarters of the Uganda… Read more »
Ethiopia: Ethiopian, Korea Railroad Corporations Sign MOU On Improving Efficiency of Ethiopia's Rail Services
ENA
The Ethiopian Railway Corporation and the Korea Railroad Corporation (KORAIL) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding which aims at improving the overall efficiency and… Read more »
Kenya: 1,000 Kenyans Benefit From Jobs At Tatu City's Sh2.5bn Warehousing Hub
Capital FM
Tatu City, Kenya's Special Economic Zone (SEZ), has launched The Link Warehousing & Logistics Park and broken ground for its second phase, reinforcing its role as a hub for… Read more »
Kenya: President Ruto Receives Credentials of 5 Newly Appointed Envoys
Capital FM
President William Ruto has officially received the credentials of five newly appointed ambassadors, marking a step forward in strengthening diplomatic ties between Kenya and their… Read more »
Uganda: Tayebwa Condemns Security Agencies Over Torture During Kawempe North By-Elections
Nile Post
Deputy Speaker of Parliament, Thomas Tayebwa, has strongly condemned the violence and human rights abuses surrounding the Kawempe North by-elections, accusing security agencies of… Read more »
Kenya: Govt Training Activist Youths Who Get Employment Abroad to Conform to Host Country's Systems
Capital FM
Labour and Social Protection Cabinet Secretary Alfred Mutua says the government is training youths with backgrounds in activism who secure employment abroad to adapt to their host… Read more »
Somalia: U.S. Embassy in Mogadishu Issues Security Alert Amid Threat of Imminent Attacks
Radio Dalsan
The U.S. Embassy in Mogadishu has issued a warning to American citizens in Somalia, advising them of credible intelligence indicating the potential for imminent organized attacks… Read more »
Uganda: Museveni Urges Use of Alternative Dispute Resolution to Strengthen Justice System
Nile Post
President Museveni has emphasized the need to strengthen Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) mechanisms, calling for their expansion to grassroots levels as a more effective and… Read more »
Rwanda: Rwanda Criticises Germany, Canada Over Stance On DR Congo Crisis
New Times
The Government of Rwanda has criticised Canada and Germany over their positions on the ongoing conflict in eastern DR Congo, accusing both countries of ignoring the root causes of… Read more »
Mauritius: Ekaterina, a Legal Alien in Tyack, a Symbol of Resilience
L'Express
This article is a special dedication on International Women's Day 2025. Read more »
Uganda: Stray Goats, Cows Chew Up What Is Left of Soroti City's Greens
Nile Post
The increasing presence of stray goats and cows in Soroti City has raised concerns among residents, who are pointing fingers at local authorities for failing to address the issue. Read more »
March 04
Burundi: Burundi's First Plastic Surgeon Paves the Way for a New Era in Healthcare
allAfrica
"Being the first plastic and reconstructive surgeon in my country is a great honour," Dr. Baramburiye said. "But it's also a huge load on my shoulders, a lot of pressure." Read more »
Tanzania: Groundbreaking Health Intervention in Tanzania Cuts Maternal And Newborn Deaths
allAfrica
A revolutionary health intervention program in Tanzania, which focuses on improving the quality of care during birth, is significantly reducing the rates of maternal and newborn… Read more »
Somalia: Famine Looms in Somalia Without Funding Boost, WFP Says
UN News
"The time to step up is now" for the people of Somalia, where drought threatens 1.7 million young children at risk of acute malnutrition, the UN World Food Programme (WFP) warned… Read more »
Somalia: U.S. Embassy Issues Security Alert for U.S. Citizens in Somalia
Shabelle
The U.S. Embassy in Somalia issued a security alert for American citizens, reminding them of ongoing risks in the country despite the lifting of restrictions for official U.S.… Read more »
Sudan: Children As Young As One Raped During Conflict, Unicef Warns
UN News
As conflict rages across Sudan, armed men are raping and sexually assaulting children, including some infants as young as one, according to the UN children's agency (UNICEF). Read more »
Sudan: 221 Children Raped in Sudan War 'Should Shock Anyone to Their Core and Compel Immediate Action' - Unicef
Dabanga
"Armed men are raping and sexually assaulting children, including infants as young as one, amid the nationwide conflict rippling across Sudan," the UN agency for children, UNICEF,… Read more »
