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.

  Apr 22, 2024

East African Gospel Star Christina Shusho Stirs Controversy in Kenya with New Song

In her song, sung in Swahili, Shusho recounts the story of "Zakayo, the chief of tax collectors and a wealthy man. He sought to see what kind of person Jesus was..."...

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  Apr 22, 2024

Kenya Expands Plastic Ban to Include Organic Waste Disposal Bags

The Kenyan environmental agency has given residents and local authorities a three-month preparation period before the new regulations are enforced....

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  Apr 22, 2024

Kenya to Boost E-Mobility with $2.2 Million Investment

The bulk of the investment will focus on expanding the infrastructure for electric vehicles (EVs) across the nation....

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  Apr 22, 2024

Kenya Red Cross Responds to Severe Flooding in Nairobi

"Last night's downpour has severely impacted hundreds of households along the Ngong River. The situation is dire, with water encroaching onto properties," a Red Cross spokesperson reported....

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  Apr 22, 2024

Peres Jepchirchir Sets Women-Only Marathon World Record at London Marathon

She completed the race in an impressive time of 2 hours, 16 minutes, and 16 seconds, surpassing the previous record of 2:17:01 set by Mary Keitany in 2017 at the same event....

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  Apr 20, 2024

Thousands Left Homeless as Ethiopian Land Violence Escalates

Amhara officials have accused Tigrayan forces of initiating an invasion, an allegation that former rebels in Tigray vehemently deny....

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