Akinyi Maina Lolla

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Based in Nairobi, Kenya-Akinyi is The African Exponent's East African Correspondent-bringing to you all important stories from the Eastern part of Africa right on your computer.

  Jun 20, 2024

Somalia Seeks Delay in Peacekeeper Withdrawal

In a letter to the acting chair of the African Union Peace and Security Council, the Somali government requested a postponement in the withdrawal of 2,000 of the 4,000 troops set to depart by June's end, citing the need for a more gradual reduction based on the capabilities of Somali forces....

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  Jun 20, 2024

Kenya Erupts in Protests Over Tax Hikes

In Kenya, widespread discontent over escalating taxes has spurred a series of fresh protests Kicking off today [Thursday], as citizens voice their opposition to a finance bill they believe will exacerbate the already severe cost-of-living crisis....

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  Jun 19, 2024

Tensions Spike at UN as Sudan Accuses UAE of Fueling Civil War

During a heated session at the United Nations Security Council (UNSC), Sudan levied serious accusations against the United Arab Emirates (UAE), claiming it has been arming the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) in the ongoing 14-month civil war....

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  Jun 18, 2024

New Tax Proposal Demostrations Leave Hundreds Arrested in Kenya

In Nairobi, Kenya's capital, a wave of protests against proposed tax increases has led to the arrest of over 200 demonstrators, sparking widespread concerns over civil liberties and economic pressure on citizens....

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  Jun 18, 2024

Al-Shabab Joins Forces with Houthi Militant in a New Explosive Alliance

Al-Shabab militants have managed to nullify all territorial gains made by the Somali National Army over the past two years....

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  Jun 15, 2024

University of Cambridge Returns 39 Looted Artifacts to Uganda on Loan

The British university returned the 39 items, which range from tribal regalia to delicate pottery, to the East African country on Saturday....

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