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Finally, the long-awaited price cut of diesel has come into place in Kenya as from midnight today, Friday, 19th May 2026. Here are the latest EPRA fuel prices in May. Kenya fuel price cut, Kenya experienced several days of protests and disruption of public transportation before reducing the price of diesel. This change was brought […]

In an effort to create a lifecycle-based digital identity system in Kenya, the government has introduced a digital birth notification process that connects hospitals to the Maisha Namba system. Kenya digital birth notification system, The new system seeks to make it easy for citizens to register a baby by assigning him/her a Unique Personal Identifier […]

In an effort to embrace digital technology in education, Kenya is introducing a paperless exam system, which will apply in all senior schools through the CBC program. Kenya paperless exam system, The new paperless exam system aims to minimize paper-based tests but will focus on skill assessment through digital means. It will involve the implementation […]

The Kenyan High Court has made an important decision regarding how consent between minors regarding sex under the Sexual Offences Act will henceforth be handled. Kenya teen sex ruling legal guide, The decision states that teenagers and young individuals will no longer be subject to criminal charges in case they engage in consensual sexual relations. […]

Due to tax breaks, developments in EV charging infrastructure, and clean transport system policies, significant steps have been made in terms of the adoption of electric vehicles in Africa. Africa EV Adoption 2026, With the increased use of electric buses in Senegal and also increasing interest in using electric motorbikes in other African nations, such […]

Fuel prices are once again on the rise in Africa, causing problems for individuals and transport sectors as well as impacting economic situations. Kenya fuel prices 2026, The recent increase in the price of fuel caused a series of strikes and protests in several African countries due to the continued impacts of oil supply disruption […]

The central bank keeping interest rates unchanged, this indicates that inflation remains a major issue in the economy. central bank rates at 26.50, This measure, while keeping inflation at bay, would mean that individuals and corporations will continue to pay heavily on their borrowing costs and interest rates. With already increasing food, transport, and fuel […]

A new economic slowdown threat awaits South Africa in 2026, owing to rising fuel costs, inflation worries, and global energy shortages putting pressure on jobs. South Africa economy slowdown 2026, The warning was issued by the Institute of International Finance (IIF) after the downgrading of South Africa’s economic outlook due to the continuous tensions in […]

There have been increased cases of spikes in the prices of fuel in different African countries, making life even more difficult for the government, institutions, and individuals experiencing increases in the cost of living. Africa fuel prices 2026, These increased prices of diesel and petrol have resulted in strikes and unrest in several countries in […]

Saleh Mamman has been arrested by EFCC operatives after he reportedly went into hiding after being sentenced for a major corruption scandal. Chairman of the EFCC, Ola Olukoyede, confirmed Saleh Mamman’s arrest during a media briefing held in Abuja on Tuesday. Saleh Mamman arrested by EFCC, Mamman was apprehended at about 3:30 a.m. in Rigasa, […]

A statement regarding the transport of goods and heavy luggage in regulated public buses in Lagos has been made officially by the Lagos Metropolitan Area Transport Authority. Lagos Public Bus Ban 2026, This new regulation shall take effect from June 1, 2026, and will affect the transportation of goods and luggage in Lagos commercial buses. […]

Kenya’s transport operators have called off their national strike after a series of new negotiations with the government concerning the rise in fuel prices. Kenya matatu strike suspended, The call-off is expected to provide some reprieve to residents in Nairobi, Mombasa, and many other towns affected by the two-day strikes. Transport operators have confirmed that […]

After the increase in social grants in 2026, millions of South Africans can now prepare for the new SASSA payment schedule. SASSA 2026 payment schedule, According to SASSA, payment schedules will go according to the normal pattern of all grants, where old age grants come first, then disability and children’s grants follow. Grant payment amounts […]

Starting from May 25, 2026, in commemoration of Africa Day, Ghana will formally implement its “free visa” policy for African nationals. Ghana free visa for Africans, The policy grants access to Africa without visa fees, but is not a full removal of the immigration process. On the contrary, travelers will have to apply for Ghana’s […]

Several towns and cities in Kenya saw transport problems after a strike organized by the operators of public means of transportation following the fuel price hike that was announced by the Energy and Petroleum Regulatory Authority (EPRA). Kenya PSV strike, The PSV strikes included both matatus and boda boda operators, leaving thousands of Kenyans without […]