passport application fees in kenya

Passport application fees in Kenya

Government has adjusted passport fees upwards in all categories.  The Internal Security Officer Kithur Kendeke said ordinary passports (34 pages) which used to cost Sh4,500 will now cost Sh7,500. A regular passport (50 pages) will now cost Sh9,500 from Sh6,000 and a regular passport (66 pages) will cost Sh12,000 from Sh7,500. In an official newspaper […]

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GOtv Prices

The GOtv service is owned by Multichoice, the same people who own DSTV. Currently it is available in Nigeria, Malawi, Zambia, Ghana, Uganda, Kenya, Namibia and Zimbabwe. In particular, GOtv has a strong following in Nigeria, where it offers reliable, high-quality digital channels. It’s 5 July 2024 and the number of GOtv users in the […]

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How to Link NIN to Airtel

Sign up your NIN with Airtel in a jiffy! Our step-by-step instructions for linking your NIN to your Airtel SIM card have you covered. National Identification Number (NIN) is a unique 11-digit number that identifies you as a citizen or legal resident of Nigeria. It comes from the National Identity Management Commission (NIMC) after you […]

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Junior pope biography

On April 10, 2024, the Nollywood industry mourned the loss of John Paul O’Donoghue, popularly known as Junior Bob. This piece delves into the Nigerian actor’s life, career and untimely demise, tracing his journey from the vibrant stages to the sombre declaration. Background Born on 7 May 1984, in Bamenda, Cameroon, Bob Obafemi Odunodo, widely […]

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Rick Ross’ Net Worth

Born William Leonard Roberts II, Rick Ross burst onto the music scene with his 2006 debut single, “Hustlin’”. Rick Ross has risen from modest beginnings as a prison officer to become a hip-hop icon and has built a staggering financial empire that extends far beyond his music career. From hit albums and sold-out tours to […]

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AI-Driven Weather Forecasting: A Horn of Africa Lifesaver

Climate change is making extreme weather events causing floods, droughs, and wildfires more common and severe, so influencing nations all around. Particularly the Horn of Africa is prone to strong rain, which causes terrible localized flooding, loss of livelihoods, and even deaths. In order to solve this, researchers are using artificial intelligence (AI) to forecast […]

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HPV vaccination against cervical cancer is increasing in African countries, but hesitations remain

Dr Yunusa Bawa spends a lot of time talking about the human papillomavirus vaccine, which is responsible for almost all cases of cervical cancer. However, most of the time, only two or three people allow their girls to be vaccinated in the rural area of Nigeria where he works. The issue in the community of […]

the uae pledges $25 million to the wfp for emergency food aid in south sudan and sudan

The UAE pledges $25 million to the WFP for emergency food aid in South Sudan and Sudan

The United Arab Emirates has inked a contract with the UN World Food Program (WFP) to provide $25 million in emergency food aid to people impacted by the situation in Sudan and South Sudan, Emirates News Agency (WAM) said Sunday. The United Nations claims that the Sudanese army and the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF) […]

strengthening trade technology and investment ties korea africa summit

Strengthening Trade, Technology, and Investment Ties: Korea-Africa Summit

Attending the first Korea-Africa summit starting on Tuesday, June 3 are delegates from 48 African countries. The two-day negotiations in Seoul are supposed to center on improving trade, technological, and investment relations between South Korea and Africa. Growing Collaboration Particularly in relation to minerals and resources, South Korean officials have underlined the need of increasing […]

us africa business summit in dallas to promote sustainable partnerships

US-Africa Business Summit in Dallas to promote sustainable partnerships

The U.S.-Africa Business Summit, under the theme ‘U.S.-Africa Business: Partnering for Sustainable Success’, provides a unique opportunity for government officials, business leaders, investors, policy makers and entrepreneurs to engage in discussions, explore business opportunities and forge strategic partnerships to spur economic growth and development across the African continent. Organised by the Corporate Council on Africa […]

africa and the world bank discuss concessional loans

Africa and the World Bank discuss « concessional loans »

On Monday, in Nairobi, Kenya, African heads of state met in which philosophize backhanded representatives of the World Bank. The contest lit on renderings like the International Development Association (IDA) and the African Oceania. The IDA, a depository of the World Bank, is reputed to deliver immensely favourable conditions for loans destined for poverty alleviation […]

egypt and nigeria dethroned as top african economies

Egypt and Nigeria Dethroned as Top African Economies

South Africa Emerges as the New Leader : In a significant turn of events, South Africa has surpassed Egypt and Nigeria to become the new leading economy in Africa. This shift in the ranking reflects South Africa’s relative stability, improved energy supply, and efforts to address logistical challenges. These factors have contributed to its resurgence […]

comilog takes measures to reduce pollution and invests in social services amid criticism in gabon

Comilog Takes Measures to Reduce Pollution and Invests in Social Services amid Criticism in Gabon

Comilog, the global leader in manganese production, has long faced criticism for its practice of dumping manganese sludge and residues into a river. However, the company has made significant efforts to address these concerns by implementing less polluting modern laundries and investing in social services in the town of Moanda, located in southeastern Gabon. Under […]

surging demand in nigeria as starlink kit prices drop by 50

Surging Demand in Nigeria as Starlink Kit Prices Drop by 50%

Nigerians are increasingly adopting Starlink, a satellite internet service provided by SpaceX. Over the past four months, Space X has managed to attract 500,000 new users in Nigeria, indicating a growing interest in the technology. The CEO of Space, in an interview with Legit.ng, stated that Nigerians are now shifting away from other traditional networks […]

ivory coast to increase cocoa selling price by 50

Ivory Coast to Increase Cocoa Selling Price by 50%

In a move to bolster the cocoa industry, the Ivory Coast has announced a substantial 50% increase in the official selling price of cocoa. Within a few days, the price per kilogram will rise from 1,000 to 1,500 CFA francs, equivalent to $2.47, as reported by anonymous export companies. Sources reveal that this decision was […]