EAST AFRICA TIMES

By James Mutua  Nigerian Afropop sensation Ugochi Lydia Onuoha, popularly known as Guchi, has arrived in Kenya, much to the excitement of her devoted fans. The Jennifer hitmaker, whose music has captivated Kenyan audiences, expressed her joy during a press conference in Nairobi today. “I am so happy to be in Kenya,” Guchi said, beaming with excitement. “The love and support from my fans here have been incredible, and I couldn’t wait to experience this beautiful country firsthand.” During her visit, Guchi plans to explore Kenya’s rich culture, visit iconic landmarks, and connect with the local heritage. “I’ve heard so much about Kenya’s vibrant culture and breathtaking landscapes. I want to experience it all and, most importantly, meet the amazing people who have supported my music journey,” she shared. Kenyan fans have embraced Guchi’s music, with hits like Jennifer and Benzema dominating local charts and becoming club and radio favorites. Her unique Afropop sound has resonat...

Sudan's Rapid Support Forces signed a charter with allied movements, political and armed groups late on Saturday in Nairobi to establish a government of peace and unity, signatories al-Hadi Idris and Ibrahim al-Mirghani told journalists covering the ceremony. Among the signatories to the charter is Abdelaziz al-Hilu, a powerful rebel leader who controls vast swathes of territory and troops in South Kordofan state, and who has long demanded that Sudan embrace secularism. According to the signatories, the charter seeks a new political path and the new government will establish an important political experience that will end the war and achieve stability in Sudan. After extensive consultations, which resulted in multiple postponements of the signing, leaders from various political and civil forces, armed movements, and the Rapid Support Forces successfully announced the formation of a new government, set to be revealed within the coming days. The newly formed coalition aims to establi...

 By Robert Njoya The Lake Side Caucus of student leaders from universities across Kenya on Monday  congratulated former prime minister Raila Amolo Odinga for his commendable bid for the African Union Commission (AUC) Chairmanship, recognizing his legacy of dedication to social, political, and economic transformation for Kenya and Africa as a whole. In their statement, the Caucus applauded the efforts of both Mr. Odinga and the President Dr. William Ruto. While acknowledging the complex dynamics that influenced the AUC election outcome, the Caucus congratulated the winning candidate and reaffirmed their unwavering commitment to the African Union’s vision of peace, unity, and prosperity for the continent. The Caucus commended President Ruto’s dedication to supporting Odinga’s candidacy, mobilizing government structures, security agencies, and diplomatic missions to ensure Kenya’s impressive performance during the election rounds. They described the collaboration between the two ...

As the world observes this year’s World Cancer Day, the Kenyan Network of Cancer Organizations (KENCO) has issued an urgent appeal to the Government of Kenya to address critical disruptions in cancer and non-communicable disease (NCD) services following the transition from the National Hospital Insurance Fund (NHIF) to the Social Health Authority (SHA). KENCO, an umbrella body for civil society organizations involved in cancer control in Kenya—including the Cancer Survivors Association of Kenya (CSAK), the Health NGOs Network (HENNET), and the NCD Alliance Kenya (NCDAK)—expressed deep concern over the severe impact this transition has had on cancer patients and individuals living with NCDs. The organizations warn that these disruptions are endangering thousands of lives by creating barriers to timely and affordable treatment. One of the most urgent concerns is the shortage of life-saving cancer drugs, particularly Herceptin (trastuzumab), pertuzumab, and letrozole, which are essential ...