UN urges lasting support for victims in Somalia attacks
The UN envoy’s statement came after the Somali security forces ended a 30-hour siege at Hayat Hotel which had been attacked by al-Shabab militants…reports
Food insecurity to spike in Kenya amid drought
The deteriorating food situation is attributed to the fourth consecutive failed rainy season alongside the impact of the Ukraine crisis, desert locust infestation, and
Somali forces end jihadist hotel siege
Scores of people were trapped when the assault began and although officials said dozens had been rescued, including children, it is not known how
WFP seeks $418 mn to ramp up aid in Horn of Africa
WFP added that the severe drought across the Horn of Africa is expected to continue in the coming months, with a fifth poor rainy
People of African origin join I-Day celebrations in Hyderabad
Reddy added that since the early days of his career, he had been treating patients from various African nations…reports Asian Lite News About 100
William Ruto is Kenya’s new President
The announcement was delayed amid scuffles and allegations of vote-rigging by Odinga’s campaign…reports Asian Lite News Kenya’s Deputy President William Ruto has been declared
IOM :Egypt hosts 9 mn int’l migrants from 130 countries
International migrants have contributed positively to local labour market and the growth of the Egyptian economy, the IOM noted…reports Asian Lite News More than
Millions vote for new president in Kenya
Odinga is seeking the presidency for the fifth time and has campaigned on an anti-corruption ticket…reports Asian Lite News Kenyans are voting on Tuesday
Blinken kicks off Africa tour to counter Russian influence
Blinken and Pandor will “discuss ongoing and recent developments relating to the global geopolitical situation,” a South African government statement said…reports Asian Lite News
UK museum agrees to return looted Benin Bronzes to Nigeria
The Horniman Museum possesses a relatively small share of the Benin Bronzes that once decorated the royal palace of the Kingdom of Benin, in
