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.
Civilization is like a thin layer of ice upon a deep ocean of chaos and darkness. Werner Herzog In December 2010, the Arabs, sick to death with the corrupt patriarchal and tribal regimes that ruled them since independence, took to the streets to express their discontent and to ask for
A nation where mob action seems to be the only alternative to justice, the innocent will continue to cry for some justice. Mob action is increasingly becoming a recurring decimal in Nigeria. From the rampaging Fulani herdsmen and retaliatory attacks from the host communities across the federation to the protracted
Diane Shima Rwigara, Rwanda’s first female independent presidential hopeful was disqualified by the country’s Electoral Commission along with two other aspirants. The National Electoral Commission said Ms Rwigara had not fulfilled requirements like collecting enough supporting signatures for her presidential bid. Gilbert Mwenedata and Fred Sekikubo Barafinda were
I remember wondering in to a high-end fashion store in Bethesda, Maryland. I was looking at some long-sleeve shirts and not really looking to buy anything. A store clerk came to me and asked if I needed any help. The shirt I was looking at, at the time, was clearly
While Kenya is known for its wildlife and landscape diversity, it’s also admired for its vibrant people and varied culture. The country has over 42 different tribes, all with distinct cultural identities, traditions, and dialects. This cultural diversity in Kenya has given rise to a blend of traditional attires.
Haibo Phela Sishade NoCongolose. In every area of life Black women pride themselves on being guided by their values and ideals. In every area but love and politics that is. Where our men and the African National Congress are concerned loyalty prevails above all else, even above the most basic
Guinea president Alpha Conde on Sunday wrote to Saudi Arabia offering to mediate in the crisis Gulf between Riyadh and its allies in which they have cut ties with the tiny nation of Qatar. The African Union Chair expressed sadness in the gulf feud which African nations like Chad, Senegal
Q: So, Ashman, I wouldn't be asking for an introduction; you're my homie, my dude from my hood. But for the benefit of those who do not know you so upclose, I ask that you do a little introduction of yourself. A: Yaga!.. I'm
Microsoft has said that it will build its first data centers in Cape Town and Johannesburg, South Africa by 2018. According to the business technology giant, the new plan is a means to deliver its various services such as cloud services, and Office 365 to users in the region. “We’
The significance of Harari as one of the most important bands from the late 60's to the early 80's and its influence on popular music in Southern Africa cannot be overstressed. Harari's muscial excellence and influence on generations of musicians is equal to legends
Nelson Mandela was right when he said: “If you talk to a man in a language he understands, that goes to his head. If you talk to him in his language, that goes to his heart.” China seems to know the importance of speaking to people in their tongue, and
Gabonese international player, Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang scored a brace against Werder Bremen on the final day of the season to beat Bayern’s Robert Lewandowski to the Torjagerkanone. Lewandowski led the day with a goal while Aubameyang stood second in the charts with 29 goals. The Dortmund Gabonese player, in the
Germany's ambassador to Zimbabwe has said that Germans are keen to invest in Zimbabwe, but first want assurances about the security of their investments as well as clarity on policy. Media reports say ambassador Thorsten Hutter said one of the issues demanded by both German and Zimbabwean CEOs
Al Jazeera short: Empire - The New Scramble for Africa (2014) The Western economical superpowers are gearing up for a new rendition of the age old game of Imperialism, this time accompanied by some new kids on the block: the economical powerhouses of the East; with the African continent once
Onyx Connect, a South Africa based start-up, will start the mass production of the first smartphone made in Africa for just $30 next month. The four inch entry level smartphone has front and back cameras, 1GB RAM, 8ROM, 1.3GHz quad core processor and will run on the latest Android
Sometimes, and precisely at the moments where our formal education and capitalist upbringings direct us towards employing our minds into decision making that is inherently self serving, we should use our hearts to direct us towards actions that transcend commonness, and choose to use our talents and blessings to end
