Odinga espoused compromise and never squandered the political moment. Thus he ceded political ground for the greater national good and stability. This is how he helped to quell violence following disputed presidential elections in 2007. To his admirers this showed political maturity and astuteness.This was not always interpreted as courageous, however. Some detractors labelled it as political weakness and betrayal. Despite numerous compromises, his detractors hardly ceded ground.Just before his death, some of his detractors had labelled him the ultimate betrayer for solidifying his relationship with President William Ruto. Odinga worked with Ruto under what they termed broad-based government, formed…
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It is well known that Anna Maria Vassa, the eldest daughter of Black British abolitionist Olaudah Equiano, died on July 31, 1797, and was buried in Chesterton. However, the exact site of her grave had long been forgotten. It recently emerged that an A-level student found the lost grave of Equiano’s daughter, Anna Maria. Writer, abolitionist, and former slave Equiano was responsible for writing one of the earliest accounts of the intercontinental slave trade and became a highly visible proponent of the British slavery abolitionist movement. Equiano’s exact birth date is not known, but most historians agree that he was…
How do we shape AI to serve humanity—especially African food systems? The African Centre for Cities’ AfriFOODlinks team convened a panel discussion at Food Indaba 2025 on AI, Knowledge and African Food Systems. The session explored AI’s dual nature: unlocking opportunity while potentially reinforcing inequity or erasing marginalised knowledge. It brought together African practitioners, scholars, and policy specialists to provide inputs on the merits, risks, and ethical imperatives that need to be prioritised within African deliberations on the regulation of Artificial Intelligence, which is being rapidly and eagerly adopted by agro-industries and other food system role players in Africa. Core Questions: How do we ask the right questions to guide AI development? What does AI transition mean for…
Mohamed Salah is set to sit down for crunch talks with Egypt boss Hossam Hassan next week to avoid another club-versus-country row ahead of the Africa Cup of Nations.Egypt have a training camp and warm-up friendly on the week commencing December 8, where the Pharaohs take on Nigeria at Cairo Stadium.As reported by local outlet WinWin last week, the Egypt boss has the right to call up Salah for that fixture – and also Manchester City star Omar Marmoush.Liverpool, however, play Inter Milan away in the Champions League and Brighton at home in the Premier League that week – and…
Osas Ighodaro is effortlessly serving style goals in this luxurious brocade bubu gown that gives pure Rich Aunty vibe. This stunning gown features a rich blend of bronze, gold, and deep brown tones.The gown glittered beautifully, adding shine to every step she took. Its floor-length design flows flawlessly, giving her that elegant, confident aura we can’t stop admiring.The gown’s deep V-neckline enhances her neckline with a subtle touch of sophistication, while the wide, flowing sleeves give off that unmistakable “rich aunty” energy, bold and stylish all at once. The soft, airy fabric drapes effortlessly, looking a regal ease that blends…
Facebook Twitter Pinterest Nairobi is a dream for food lovers. Whether you’re after traditional Kenyan dishes, modern farm-to-table cuisine, amazing coffee and cake, or some of the best Ethiopian food outside Ethiopia, you’ll find it here. Over the years, I’ve spent a lot of time in Nairobi and eaten my way around the city – and these are the places I keep going back to, organised by area! Wondering what to eat when you’re there? Check out my list of East African foods you have to try! PS. Did you know that I organise Kenya & Tanzania group trips? Click…
Tanzanian authorities have detained a senior official from the main opposition party, Chadema, amid a spate of arrests in connection to deadly protests during elections last week.More than 1,000 people were killed by security forces during the demonstrations, according to Chadema and human rights bodies. The Tanzanian government has said these figures were exaggerated but did not give its own figures.Chadema said its deputy secretary general, Amani Golugwa, was arrested by police on Saturday. Authorities are seeking the arrest of nine more people, including others in the party.Tanzanian authorities have charged more than 200 people with treason after last week’s…
Africa’s music is now a global export, streamed by billions and fueling one of the fastest-growing regions in the world’s entertainment economy. But even as the numbers rise, the continent’s music infrastructure—management, licensing, collective rights—lags behind. The result: a booming creative scene that still struggles to convert cultural power into economic power.Across the continent, the question is shifting from “How do we break out?” to “How do we build wealth?” And the answer, say industry experts, may have less to do with talent than with training.From Talent to InfrastructureThat shift is at the heart of the Connect for Culture Africa…
Abia State Governor, Dr. Alex Otti, OFR, has expressed the readiness of his administration to partner with China Harbour Engineering Company Limited (CHEC) in key infrastructure and development projects aimed at accelerating the state’s economic growth. Governor Otti made this known on Wednesday, November 5, during a meeting with a delegation from China Harbour Engineering Company, led by its Managing Director, Mr. Jason Wang, at the Government House, Umuahia. The Governor said his administration is open to collaboration in areas that align with the company’s expertise, including infrastructure development, erosion control, dredging, rail transportation, and seaport construction. “There are a…
Salomon Kalou, Cote dlvoi during the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations, CAF President Announcement at Supersport Studios in Johannesburg on 6 November 2025 ©Nokwanda Zondi/BackpagePix by Austin Ditlhobolo Friday Nov 07, 2025. 14:26 Ivorian legend Salomon Kalou says he is ‘putting my money on South Africa’ ahead of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) in Morocco.Bafana Bafana will be looking to go one step further in Africa’s biggest football tournament after scooping bronze in the 2023 edition in the Ivory Coast, where the hosts were crowned champions. Kalou, who lifted the 2015 AFCON title with Ivory Coast after scoring…