Africa

Ritshidze report highlights healthcare staff shortages after Pepfar cuts

Community monitoring group Ritshidze has uncovered severe staff shortages and service declines at public health facilities in Gauteng, KwaZulu-Natal, and the Eastern Cape following US Pepfar funding cuts earlier in 2025. Data from April to June shows over 90% of clinics in some areas lacking sufficient personnel, leading to longer waits and poorer record-keeping. The group urges national and provincial health departments to act urgently.

Former kayole ocs breaks down in court while testifying

2025년 10월 29일 Njeri Mwangi

Former Kayole police station commander SSP Dennis Omunga broke down in court while testifying in a murder case against six officers. He recalled losing 13 officers during his short tenure amid high crime. The case concerns the killing of Wycliffe Vincent Owuor, a suspect in a 2019 Sh72 million robbery.

Government plans to reskill retrenched sugar workers

The Kenyan government has announced plans to reskill and redeploy workers affected by the restructuring of state-owned sugar companies. Labour Cabinet Secretary Alfred Mutua shared these details during a Senate appearance on October 29, 2025, as part of efforts to revive the struggling sugar industry. This follows legal challenges from thousands of employees over redundancy notices.

South Africa signals economic revival amid US diplomatic thaw

South Africa's economy shows positive signs with growth exceeding 1% and removal from the FATF Grey List, while diplomatic ties with the US under the Trump administration begin to improve. Speculation surrounds the appointment of a new ambassador to Washington, and a US ambassador-designate expressed willingness to reset relations despite longstanding grievances. However, challenges like trade barriers and political disputes persist.

Al-Ahram Chemicals invests $10m in Sokhna formaldehyde derivatives complex

Walid Gamal El-Din, Chairperson of the Suez Canal Economic Zone, witnessed the signing of a contract between Al-Ahram Chemicals and Resins and the Main Development Company to build an industrial complex for formaldehyde and derivatives in Sokhna Industrial Zone. The $10m investment is expected to create 150 direct jobs. Commercial operations are set to start in early 2027.

Vfd group reports 61% profit surge to n7.99bn in q3 2025

2025년 10월 29일 Adebayo Oluwaseun

Vfd group has reported a 61% increase in profits for the third quarter of 2025. The surge brings the company's profit to n7.99 billion.

Egypt brokers African consensus on AfCFTA rules of origin after four years

Egypt, as Chair of the AfCFTA Ministerial Council of Trade Ministers, has secured consensus among member states on rules of origin for the textile, apparel, and automotive sectors. The breakthrough, achieved through a transitional implementation mechanism, follows more than four years of negotiations. It was announced after a Cairo meeting in September and an October virtual session.

High Court rules women must return dowry after divorce

A Kenyan High Court has ruled that women must return dowry payments in customary marriages upon divorce, reigniting debates on tradition and equality. The decision in the case of CKN Vs DMO emphasizes the symbolic role of dowry in dissolving unions. This precedent could reshape how divorce cases handle cultural practices.

Kenha warns motorists over flooded Thika-Garissa road

2025년 10월 29일 Njeri Mwangi

The Kenya National Highways Authority has cautioned drivers against using the Thika-Garissa road due to severe flooding from intensified short rains. Traffic is disrupted between Bangali and Madogo, with impassable sections reported. Engineers are monitoring the situation as rainfall continues across several counties.