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White Widow Remains Fugitive Despite Terror Links

Samantha Lewthwaite, a British woman linked to multiple terrorist attacks in East Africa resulting in over 400 deaths, remains at large despite Interpol issuing an arrest warrant in 2013; the potential release of a British terror suspect could aid in her capture.

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Odinga Demands Compensation for Victims of Kenyan Protests Following Ruto's Apology

Following a national apology from President William Ruto, Kenyan opposition leader Raila Odinga is demanding compensation for the families of approximately 60 young Kenyans killed during June 2024 protests against the 2024 finance bill; 2 murder cases are currently before the courts, with 22 more un...

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Prosecco Trademark Registered in Kenya, Protecting \$3.6 Billion Market

The Prosecco Doc consortium registered its trademark in Kenya on February 28, 2025 (application May 29, 2024), protecting its brand in a high-growth market; OAPI countries also recognized the geographical indication on December 31, 2024, safeguarding the 660 million bottle, \$3.6 billion market.

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Ngugi wa Thiong'o: Activism and Authorship in the Face of Colonialism

Kenyan author Ngugi wa Thiong'o's life and work, marked by activism against colonialism and neo-colonialism, led to imprisonment and exile, while his use of Kikuyu in his novels challenged linguistic dominance and reflected the struggle for African cultural preservation.

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Medicalized FGM in Kenya: A Hidden Threat

Twelve-year-old Catherine in Kenya experienced medically-assisted female genital mutilation (FGM) in 2001, despite her urban upbringing and educated parents, highlighting how the practice persists even within seemingly progressive families. FGM affects over 230 million women globally, with medicaliz...

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Tanzanian Authorities Abandon Tortured Activists at Border

Ugandan activist Agather Atuhaire and Kenyan activist Boniface Mwangi, arrested in Tanzania for supporting opposition leader Tundu Lissu, were found abandoned at the border with signs of torture after being held incommunicado; Tanzania's government has not commented on the allegations.

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Kenyan Author Arrested for Unauthorized Biography of President's Daughter

Kenyan author Webster Ochora Elijah was arrested and charged with impersonation for writing an unauthorized biography of President William Ruto's daughter, Charlene Ruto, who complained about the misuse of her name, sparking concerns about free speech restrictions in Kenya.

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Somaliland President Meets Kenyan Counterpart, Opens Nairobi Office

Somaliland President Muse Bihi Abdi met with Kenyan President William Ruto in Nairobi, discussing economic cooperation, opening a new Somaliland office, and meeting with international representatives.

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Presidents Ruto and Museveni Issue Unprecedented Public Apologies Amidst Human Rights Concerns

Kenyan President Ruto and Ugandan President Museveni issued rare public apologies for past government mistakes, including human rights abuses and suppression of dissent, prompting mixed reactions and raising questions about the sincerity and long-term impacts of these actions.

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Clash of Cultures: Traditional Marriage Practices and Modernity

Traditional marriage customs in parts of Asia and Africa, involving arranged marriages and family monitoring of couples, are causing tension between traditional values and modern life, particularly affecting women. Meanwhile, Al-Shabaab's resurgence in Somalia and a diplomatic crisis involving Israe...

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Tanzanian President Warns Against Cross-Border Activism After Activist's Abandonment

Ugandan activist Agather Atuhaire, detained in Tanzania with Kenyan activist Boniface Mwangi for attending a CHADEMA leader's trial, was found abandoned near the Uganda-Tanzania border; this follows Tanzanian President Samia Suluhu Hassan's warning against neighboring countries' interference in Tanz...

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Kenya Diversifies Tea Exports Amidst Market Volatility and Geopolitical Challenges

Facing declining tea prices and a ban from Sudan, Kenya seeks new markets in China, aiming for a five-fold export increase by 2030, while simultaneously eliminating intermediaries to benefit farmers, amidst concerns about market volatility.

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