Rare seabirds return to North East beach as public urged to help protect them

The little terns, which are legally protected, have again settled on a stretch of beach at Seaton Carew, behind the bus station and near the resort’s centre. The birds first began nesting there in 2019, and about 130 have now arrived at the site. The …

Airline association official slams high cost of starting an airline in Africa

African airlines pay up to 17% more for fuel, taxes are 12%-15% higher and navigation costs up to 10% more 02 June 2025 - 05:00 by Carin Smith “If I had wanted to start an airline, it would likely not be in Africa as the cost of doing business is very …

How Bongo Flava became East Africa’s dominant soundtrack

Dar es Salaam. From the backstreets of Temeke and Tandale to the world’s biggest streaming platforms, Tanzania’s Bongo Flava has emerged as East Africa’s most dominant musical genre—an evolution powered by cultural authenticity, linguistic unity, and …

U.S. CDC issues alert as mpox outbreak in Central, East Africa leads to new cases in the U.S.

The U.S. Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has issued an official Health Alert Network (HAN) advisory in response to a growing mpox outbreak in Central Africa, particularly the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC). The outbreak has led to a …

With London in Reach, Uganda Airlines Signals Strategic Shift and Opens Gateway to East Africa.

Making Ghana West Africa’s hub of the niche medical tourism industry 

Medical tourism, which involves travelling to another country specifically for medical care, when well organised, is a potential revenue source for any nation. Often driven by lower costs or the availability of treatments not readily accessible in a …

Unexpected gift from Africa

The bitterness transforms into something wondrous, a bright acidity blossoms, reminiscent of ripe, juicy tropical fruits. The aroma quickly fills the room, invigorating the senses. Eastern Africa, where Kenya is located, shares an inseparable bond with …

Beyond households: How China is powering Africa with utility-scale projects

In this second of two-part series, we explore how China is supporting African countries to achieve energy independence with solar and wind farms. CHINESE POWERED—Garissa Solar Power plant in KenyaBy Charles Mpaka: In the outskirts of a quaint, windswept …

From amateur soccer in East London to beating Man United

After making a name in Asian football, game against English giants will stay in Mohammed Faeez Khan’s memory forever Premium By VUYOKAZI NKANJENI - 01 June 2025 Nine years ago, Eastern Cape-born soccer player Mohammed Faeez Khan took a leap of faith, …

ECS and Engineers Without Borders USA Work to Restore Impassible Road in East Africa

ECS and Engineers Without Borders USA are helping restore an impassible road in Malawi, East Africa. Photo by Bryan Layman courtesy of Engineering Consulting Services  Chantilly, Va-based Engineering Consulting Services (ECS) is working with Engineers …