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Sugar workers issue strike notice over Sh10.8 billion unpaid dues
Business

Sugar workers issue strike notice over Sh10.8 billion unpaid dues

In 2025, the government leased the four state-owned mills to private investors as part of efforts to revive the sugar industry and attract fresh capital. The reform plan included a commitment to clear salary arrears and benefits for workers before and during the transition, but unions say these commitments have not been fully honoured.

Government launches Sh20 billion scholarships for over 12,000 learners
Education and Career

Government launches Sh20 billion scholarships for over 12,000 learners

The scholarships, which will run for three years, target high-performing learners from disadvantaged households. Since 2020, the Elimu programme has helped 62,000 students, with special focus on vulnerable groups such as refugees, host communities, children from informal settlements, and families with limited income.

Somaliland President seeks investment and diplomatic ties at Davos
Global Affairs

Somaliland President seeks investment and diplomatic ties at Davos

Israel’s recognition of Somaliland last month marked a historic step, coming more than 30 years after the territory declared independence from Somalia. Abdullahi, popularly known as “Cirro,” posted photos from the closed-door session, reportedly organised by the Greek House Davos programme, which hosts private meetings for high-level leaders.

A south Sudanese soldier monitors area as troops belonging to South Sudanese Unified Forces take part in a deployment ceremony at the Luri Military Training Centre in Juba, on 15 November 2023. PHOTO/ AFP
Global Affairs

South Sudan army orders seven-day offensive as rebellion threatens capital

South Sudan, the world’s youngest nation, descended into civil war in 2013, two years after gaining independence, when President Salva Kiir accused Machar of planning a coup.