Based in Nairobi, Kenya-Akinyi is The African Exponent's East African Correspondent-bringing to you all important stories from the Eastern part of Africa right on your computer.
In a distressing report presented to Tanzania’s parliament, Majaliwa detailed the broader impact of the disaster, noting that approximately 200,000 people and over 51,000 households have been adversely affected.
The peak of malaria season coincides with the cyclone and rainy season, running from October to May. During this period, access to healthcare becomes critically impaired.
This denial comes in the wake of the World Bank's decision to suspend its funding for a significant tourism project amid concerns over these allegations.
An official from the state-run power company, Tanesco, explained the situation: "We have turned off all these stations because the demand is low and the electricity production is too much, we have no allocation now.”
The arrest came after a severe crush aboard a boat, which was carrying 112 people at the time, attempting a perilous crossing of the Channel.
The senator sounded the alarm on the social media platform X, posting footage that shows a neighbourhood completely inundated by muddy floodwaters, with residents visibly trapped on rooftops.
Rwandan government spokesperson Alaine Mukuralinda affirmed on Tuesday that Rwanda is prepared to begin receiving migrants as stipulated in the partnership with the UK.
Named after the Hebrew phrase meaning 'Get up and walk,' the center not only offers specialized care but also works to educate the community and support families dealing with autism.
Sunak's proposal, aimed at curbing the number of migrants crossing the English Channel in small boats, promises that deportation flights to Rwanda will begin in July.
The 54-year-old Indian, a former first-class wicketkeeper-batsman, has inked a three-year contract with the team as they prepare for their debut in this year's T20 World Cup.
Facing pressure from rights groups, World Bank suspends funding for Tanzania tourism project
Albion, located in the west of Mauritius, recorded an astonishing 302mm of rainfall in a 15-hour period from 04:00 to 19:00 on Sunday, according to local meteorological reports.
In her song, sung in Swahili, Shusho recounts the story of "Zakayo, the chief of tax collectors and a wealthy man. He sought to see what kind of person Jesus was..."
The Kenyan environmental agency has given residents and local authorities a three-month preparation period before the new regulations are enforced.
The bulk of the investment will focus on expanding the infrastructure for electric vehicles (EVs) across the nation.
"Last night's downpour has severely impacted hundreds of households along the Ngong River. The situation is dire, with water encroaching onto properties," a Red Cross spokesperson reported.
