A Kenyan clinical psychologist is urging policymakers to incorporate mental wellbeing into farmer support programmes.

This follows the death in Nairobi on Monday of a Kenyan man who had travelled home from DR Congo through Uganda.

Linda Mwananchi movement leaders Edwin Sifuna and James Orengo. PHOTO/UGC. By PATRICK MAYOYO I have been reflecting on whether Kenya’s opposition formations, particularly Edwin Sifuna’s Linda Mwananchi movement and Kalonzo Musyoka’s Ukombozi Alliance, can make the establishment of a federal republic a central issue in the 2027 General Election. The question arose following a discussion with a friend, James, whose argument challenged me to reconsider Kenya’s constitutional future. James believes the opposition should stop defining itself merely by its opposition to President William Ruto and instead offer Kenyans a transformative political alternative. For me, that alternative could be a fundamental restructuring of the state: replacing the excessive concentration of power in the presidency with a federal republic that guarantees meaningful regional autonomy, equitable development and inclusive governance. I increasingly agree with this argument. Kenya does not merely need a cha...

President William Ruto and Dangote Group President Aliko Dangote. PHOTO/PSCU. By PATRICK MAYOYO No, Mr President. Kenyans who are asking questions about the Dangote East Africa Refinery in Lamu are not extortionists. They are citizens and taxpayers. They are members of communities whose land, livelihoods, environment and cultural heritage may be affected by one of the biggest industrial projects ever proposed in Kenya. And they have every right to ask questions. President William Ruto’s decision to dismiss critics of the Sh2.2 trillion Dangote East Africa Refinery as “extortionists” and “brokers” is, in my view, a dangerous distraction from the more fundamental question: was every legal, constitutional and environmental safeguard observed before Kenya celebrated the project’s groundbreaking?   That question cannot be shouted down. It cannot be dismissed as blackmail. And it certainly cannot be answered by a groundbreaking ceremony. The refinery was officially launched in L...

In tonight's programme, South African judge and human rights champion Navi Pillay has been awarded the Nobel Peace Prize. Also in Kenya health officials in Nairobi are still racing to track dozens of people linked to the man who died from the virus earlier this week. And finally, Moroccan-British photographer Hassan Hajjaj has built a global reputation with his vibrant portraits, 40 of his iconic Rock Stars pictures are taking centre stage in Paris.

"Blood diamonds" became infamous for funding the brutal civil war in Sierra Leone. Beginning 25 years ago, the Kimberley Process aimed to put an end to this illegal trade. Accused of complicity in the conflict, the diamond industry has since sought to clean up its image, emphasising an ethical shift. But a quarter of a century on, have the former "blood diamonds" truly become synonymous with development? FRANCE 24's Sarah Sakho and Simon Martin report.

Refreshi Exchange is building a B2B market for surplus food and consumer goods in South Africa. Richard Honeyman explains why buyer diversity, shelf life and transaction costs matter when turning listed inventory into completed sales.

A CV can leave important experience unexplained. Javier Martínez Samblas explores how career narratives, portfolios and work samples can help employers understand candidates across African markets, while protecting privacy and keeping recruitment accessible.

THE STRUCTURE TEST Three political records. One unforgiving test. “Political structure is what remains when the ceremony is over: defined responsibility, durable relationships, reach across communities, usable resources, and an organization that keeps working when the candidate is elsewhere.” By Prof. MarkAnthony Nze   Campaign seasons are generous to appearances. A candidate arrives, music rises, […]

The Moss affidavit — public allegations and disputed redactions Kevin Moss’s affidavit states the historical allegation in sworn form. Part 2 tests what the FBI released, what Greenspan says it redacted, and what those redactions still prevent the public from evaluating. By Prof. MarkAnthony Nze Public accounts have put 399 pages, thousands of pages, and […]