From Marathon Legend to Fashion Model: Eliud Kipchoge's Catwalk Debut in Paris
His debut at the fashion event was part of a special presentation by Nike, featuring several of the brand's top athletes who are preparing for the Olympic Games.
Akinyi Maina Lolla
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.
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Nairobi, Kenya
The Children of Darfur Caught Between Starvation and Death in the Unending Civil War
The war, a fierce conflict between the army and a paramilitary group, has thrown the country into chaos and driven countless families from their homes into camps like Zamzam.
Ethiopia Initiates Repatriation of Migrants from Saudi Arabia Amid Harsh Conditions
The Ethiopian government has described their conditions as "difficult," prompting this large-scale repatriation effort.
South Sudan Gears Up for First National Elections with New Code of Conduct
During a forum on April 4th, hosted by South Sudan's reconstituted Political Parties Council and supported by the UN Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS), political actors alongside civil society representatives gathered to validate this new Code of Conduct.
Devastating Floods in Kenya: A Wake-Up Call to Climate Action
The floods have obliterated homes, farmlands, and infrastructure, leaving many in dire need of assistance and shelter.
Kenya Follows Nigeria in Issuing Urgent Recall for Contaminated Cough Syrup
The warning was quickly disseminated through Kenya's PPB, which confirmed the presence of the harmful substance through its testing processes.
Massive Prison Break in Comoros: Dozens Escape from Moroni Prison
Ali Mohamed Djounaid, the islands' public prosecutor, reported the startling incident and expressed concern over the role that security lapses played in facilitating the escape.
Kenyan Police Arrest Seven in Connection with Bomet County Gang Rape Incident
The assault, which occurred last December in Chebanyi village, Bomet County, gained widespread attention after a disturbing video of the incident went viral.
Nigeria Issues Recall for Children's Cough Syrup Due to High Toxicity Levels
Diethylene glycol, known for its use in industrial applications such as antifreeze and as a solvent, has been detected at levels classified as having "an unacceptable high level" of toxicity.
Top Ethiopian Opposition Figure Assassinated in Oromia Region
Local sources, including the Addis Standard, reported that individuals resembling government security forces were seen abducting Urgessa from his hotel room on Tuesday night.
Cyclone Freddy makes landfall in Mozambique
KEY POINTS * 75 million people are likely to be affected. * Tropical Cyclone Freddy has landed as a moderate storm in Mozambique on Friday. * Flooding might affect 1.75 million people in Mozambique. * Freddy could also affect areas in Zimbabwe and South Africa. Tropical cyclone Freddy, which has been sweeping over
Why is Africa’s Richest Billionaire Interested in Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030?
Africa’s wealthiest man, Alhaji Aliko Dangote, has continued to position himself as a master strategist who is able to perceive business opportunities where others see nothing. His business success is a product of prompt identification of opportunities and making drastic decisions. While many businesses and entrepreneurs are still pondering
EU Blames Rwanda, DR Congo over Conflict Amid Calls for Peace
As Kinshasa's government forces fight the M23 rebels, the European Union is once again accusing Rwanda and the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) of rejecting ideas of regional peace initiatives. In a statement released on Thursday, the European Union urged that M23, the DRC, and Rwanda adhere
UK Avails £15 million To Recruit Health and Social Care Workers from Africa
The United Kingdom (UK) government has announced that it will allocate £15 million between 2023 and 2024 to boost international hiring in the adult social care industry. Since February 2022, care workers have been on the list of occupations with a shortage in the UK. There were rumors that the
Shock as Nigerian Pastor takes AK-47 to the Alter
The presiding pastor of the House on the Rock chapter in Abuja, Nigeria, shocked his congregants on Sunday when he took an AK-47 rifle to the altar. Many people in the crowd were looking at each other and trying to figure out what was going on as Pastor Uche Aigbe
Is Chad Seeking Refuge in Israel to Resist Russian Interference?
Within the week, Chadian President Mahamat Déby traveled to Israel, where he met with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu as part of formalities before the official unveiling of the central African nation's embassy in the Jewish state. According to a spokesman of the Chadian president, Mr. Mahamat Déby