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 10, 2024
Rwanda's Electoral Commission Clears Candidates for July 15 Presidential Elections
Only two candidates are sponsored by political parties: President Paul Kagame of the ruling Rwanda Patriotic Front and Habineza of the Green Party. All other seven aspirants registered to run as independent candidates....
Jun 08, 2024
Kenyans Face Increased Tax Burden Under President Ruto's Economic Plan
President Ruto argues that Kenyans are currently under-taxed, despite widespread public frustration and protests over the escalating cost of living....
Jun 07, 2024
Somalia Elected to UN Security Council as Non-Permanent Member
Alongside Somalia, Denmark, Greece, Pakistan, and Panama also secured seats on the Council in a secret ballot held by the UN General Assembly....
Jun 06, 2024
Kenya's Rhonex Kipruto Banned for Six Years for Doping Violation, Loses World Records and Medals
The ban, which will keep him out of competition until May 2029, follows a Disciplinary Tribunal’s ruling that identified irregularities in Kipruto's Athlete Biological Passport (ABP)....
Jun 05, 2024
Kenyan President Seeks Guidance from Evangelical Pastors for Upcoming Haiti Mission
These pastors have provided recommendations and acted as intermediaries between Haitian communities and President Ruto, according to interviews with two pastors and three Haitian and American evangelical leaders....
Jun 03, 2024
Kenyan Police Arrest 19-Year-Old Motorist for Brutal Attack on Traffic Officer in Nairobi
The motorist fled the scene after bystanders intervened to help the officer....
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