Akinyi Maina Lolla
186 posts
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 06, 2024
Death Toll Rises to 228 in Kenyan Flush Floods
The Government Spokesman, Isaac Mwaura, announced on Sunday, May 5, that the floods have affected over 223,000 people across the nation....
May 05, 2024
Sudan Reverses Tax Decision Affecting UN Food Airdrops
The new taxes, introduced in February, included charges for electronic cargo tracking, security escort fees, and fuel....
May 05, 2024
Orthodox Easter Celebrations Illuminate Ethiopia with Faith and Tradition
While most Western churches celebrated Easter on March 31 this year, Eastern Orthodox churches, including those in Ethiopia, follow the Julian calendar, which places Easter on a different date....
May 05, 2024
Cyclone Hidaya Strikes Tanzania, Causes Extensive Damage and Blackouts
The cyclone struck following weeks of already severe flooding in the region, which has resulted in over 150 fatalities....
May 03, 2024
Tanzania, Kenya to Face Cyclone Hidaya this Month
The cyclone is expected to make landfall on Tanzania's eastern coast later Friday, with significant impacts anticipated for neighboring Kenya, particularly in the coastal city of Mombasa....
May 03, 2024
Humanitarian Workers Killed in Attack in South Darfur
The attack occurred on Thursday as the team was returning from Layba, where they had been assessing the humanitarian needs of communities affected by ongoing armed violence....