David Ochieng Mbewa, Author at CGTN Africa

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More than 270,000 children threatened by severe acute malnutrition in southern Africa: UNICEF

The United Nations International Children’s Emergency Fund (UNICEF) warned that more than 270,000 children are expected to suffer from life-threatening

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Kenyan president appoints opposition members to cabinet

Kenyan President William Ruto announced 12 more nominees to his cabinet as he continues reconstituting his administration. Some of the

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Future gold: A look at Africa’s rising stars at the Paris 2024 Olympics

Several up-and-coming talents from Africa officially begin their quest for Olympic glory this week in Paris. Not only will they

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Kenyan president announces nomination of new cabinet secretaries

Kenyan President William Ruto has begun the process of reconstituting his cabinet. On Friday, Ruto announced 11 nominees to head

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WHO raises concern over rise in road traffic deaths in Africa

Africa recorded a 17 percent increase in road-related fatalities between 2010 and 2021, in contrast to a five percent fall

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Kenya’s President Ruto dissolves entire cabinet

Kenyan President William Ruto fired his entire cabinet on Thursday. Only the Deputy President and Prime Cabinet Secretary were spared.

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Kenyan President Ruto announces government austerity measures

Kenyan President William Ruto on Friday announced a set of austerity measures to reduce government expenses. The announcement follows the

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Egypt, Tunisia to represent Africa at Olympics tennis tournament

Mayar Sherif of Egypt and Tunisia’s Moez Echargui will represent Africa at the tennis tournament during the 2024 Olympic Games

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Eritrean cyclist Biniam Girmay makes history at Tour de France

Trailblazing Eritrean cyclist Biniam Girmay made history as the first black African to win a stage at the Tour de

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Kenyan President Ruto declines to sign Finance Bill 2024

Kenyan President William Ruto will not sign a proposed law that sought to increase taxes. Ruto’s decision follows a day

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