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 17, 2024
Darfur Governor Calls for Civilian Armament
This call for civilian mobilization follows weeks of intense clashes that have resulted in over 60 deaths and hundreds of injuries since May 10, as reported by the medical charity Doctors Without Borders....
May 17, 2024
Nairobi on Alert as Lions Spotted Near Lang'ata
KWS has issued a statement assuring the public that they are continuing to monitor the situation with utmost diligence and are maintaining a high alert status....
May 16, 2024
Kenyan Man to be Saved From Execution in Saudi Arabia
The negotiations have been arduous, with the initial demand from the victim's family being about $2.6 million, which was later negotiated down to $950,000....
May 15, 2024
Man Remanded for Trespassing on President Museveni's Residence
According to the state prosecutor, Bwanika's actions were intended to annoy President Museveni, an allegation that led to his forceful intervention by security forces....
May 14, 2024
Massive Rift Valley Cracks Threaten Homes and Farms in Kenya
Areas such as Kiambogo, Kaptembwo, Ngata, and London are among the hardest hit, with numerous reports last week of homes sinking into the ground in Kiambogo while still occupied....
May 14, 2024
Mozambican Government Investigates Death of Russian Ambassador
President Filipe Nyusi expressed his condolences, noting that Surikov's passing leaves a "huge void" in the diplomatic community....