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.

  May 27, 2024

Uganda’s Yellow Fever Vaccination Campaign Faces Vaccine Hesitancy

At a university on the outskirts of Kampala, students participated in the government's mass vaccination program....

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  May 27, 2024

Illegal Gold Mine Collapse in Northern Kenya Kills Five Miners

Marsabit County Police Commander Patrick Mwakio confirmed that the miners were killed instantly when debris buried them....

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  May 25, 2024

American Youth Entangled in Failed Congolese Coup: A Dramatic Tale of Friendship, Deception, and Tragedy

This gripping story sheds light on the dangerous allure of high-stakes promises and the harsh realities of political turmoil....

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  May 24, 2024

South Sudanese Refugees in Uganda Yearn to Vote in December Elections

With the South Sudanese government announcing plans to begin voter registration in June, many refugees are now eager to return home to vote in December....

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  May 24, 2024

Fears of Violent Clashes as Global Police Forces Brace for Eritrea’s Independence Day

President Isaias Afwerki has ruled the country for 33 years without holding a national election, and Eritrea remains the only nation without a constitution....

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  May 24, 2024

Biden Praises Ruto's Leadership During Historic State Visit

The Biden administration has praised Kenya for stepping up in Haiti when so few other countries have agreed to do so...

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