Kenya Backs IHL Initiative Ahead of Amman Conference

Kenya and Dominica Meet at CHOGM 2026

Kenya and the Commonwealth of Dominica have pledged to deepen bilateral cooperation across trade, maritime affairs and diplomacy at the 28th Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting in Antigua and Barbuda. A maritime certification agreement already in force and plans for an inaugural Joint Commission for Cooperation in Nairobi signal the direction both governments intend to take.

Kenya’s large class sizes make it harder for teachers to help children learn

In Kenyan classrooms, it’s not always practically possible for teachers to follow the recommended approach.

Can Ethiopia ever be at peace? Four reasons conflict keeps flaring up

Ethiopia’s recurring wars don’t stem from ancient ethnic hatreds, but from a failure to agree on the rules for resolving disputes.

Djibouti Moves to Ratify IGAD Transhumance Protocol

IGAD convened a two-day policy dialogue in Arta, Djibouti, in October 2026 to accelerate parliamentary ratification of its Protocol on Transhumance, a regional instrument governing cross-border livestock mobility. Legislators, policymakers and technical experts adopted a joint roadmap laying out actions, institutional responsibilities and timelines to integrate the Protocol into Djiboutian law.

UN Condemns Deadly Drone Strikes Across Sudan

Drone strikes killed and injured dozens across Sudan on Monday, 19 October 2026, prompting the UN to issue an unequivocal condemnation and call on external actors to stop fuelling the violence. The attacks come as 20 million people face acute hunger, with aid workers and civilian infrastructure among the targets.

‘Lazy, weak, bewitched’ – how stigma stops Uganda’s children from getting help, and what schools can do about it

School mental health programmes must address both emotional wellbeing and structural pressures such as poverty, stigma and exclusion.

Algeria is sending troops to Niger for the first time in decades – what’s at stake

Can Algeria turn its military intervention in Niger into a tool for stabilisation in a volatile Sahel region?

Good gut bacteria vs bad: what we learnt about antibiotic resistance from a community in Nairobi

Healthy microbes spread easily through everyday interactions like handshakes and sharing food or water. Disease-causing agents spread in a similar way.

Inside Africa's Open-Air Markets: Trade, Craft, Culture

Across sub-Saharan Africa, open-air markets serve as far more than commercial spaces — they are living records of regional identity, agricultural practice, and artisan craft. From the sprawling stalls of Kumasi's Kejetia Market in Ghana to the spice corridors of Stone Town's Darajani Market in Zanzibar, these hubs sustain both livelihoods and cultural continuity.

Africa's Craft Traditions Weave Commerce and Culture

Across the African continent, handmade textiles, jewelry, and decorative arts represent centuries of cultural knowledge passed down through generations. These craft traditions continue to sustain local economies while gaining recognition in global markets.

Zimbabwe wants digital payments to build trust in its newest currency. Why technology alone won’t be enough to save the ZiG

Zimbabwe’s goal should be to promote wider adoption of the local currency, not to use technology to force it.

How Hot Drinks Became Africa's Common Ground

Across the African continent, tea and coffee serve purposes far beyond refreshment, functioning as social currencies that shape daily rituals, hospitality customs, and community bonds. From highland coffee ceremonies to roadside chai stalls, the cup has long been a gathering point.