NAIROBI — Kenya hopes to use a gathering of African leaders and delegations attending the inaugural Africa Climate Summit in Nairobi next week to discuss how to confront the devastating effects of climate change on the continent.
NAIROBI — On the eve of the annual United Nations International Youth Day, marked on Aug. 12, preliminary findings from a new survey reveal that most young people desire to be skilled in preparation for the future.
NAIROBI — With the number of people living in cities projected to rise to five billion by 2030, experts say it is critical that efficient urban planning and management practices are in place to deal with the challenges brought by urbanization.
NAIROBI — The families of five prominent detainees and one deceased opposition member have approached the African Court of Human and People’s Rights in Tanzania to file petitions at the against the government of Tunisia.
NAIROBI — The U.S. ambassador to Kenya announced Monday that Washington will grant over $100 million to the East African nation to improve access to safe drinking water, sanitation and hygiene services.
Senior U.S. officials say President Joe Biden’s meeting next month with African leaders will amplify African voices in tackling this era’s defining challenges, such as deepening food insecurity and climate crisis.
Global aid groups and human rights activists Tuesday joined the world in commemorating the International Day of the Girl Child, highlighting that African girls continue to face several challenges hindering their development.
The combined impact of COVID-19 and increasing conflict situations is threatening progress in health and social services. At a virtual summit late Thursday, global leaders and health advocates discussed the health of women and children in fragile settings. From Nairobi, Reuben Kyama has the story.
London-based charity Ashden is known worldwide for promoting clean energy development. This year, eight African projects are up for the annual Ashden Awards.
Some Kenyans are struggling to feed their families during the pandemic
