100africa.com Correspodent In a striking reminder of the power of long-term partnerships, Jesper Kammersgaard, Denmark’s Ambassador to Tanzania, has revealed a compelling story of transformation and reinvestment that links banking success with public health impact. In 1994, at a time when Tanzania’s financial sector was under severe strain, Denmark stepped in with a bold TZS 17 billion investment to…

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By John KimbuteCommentary African universities remain trapped in an endless quest for relevance, where research is conducted within the familiar—and often Western—parameters of global academic discourse. The stated goal is to produce knowledge that speaks to Africa’s lived realities, but in practice, theory-building is still largely an extension of external frameworks, serving global rather than local agendas. The challenge…

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100africa.com Investigative Reporting In a case that has gripped South Africa with horror and outrage, a mother, Racquel “Kelly” Smith, along with her boyfriend, Jacquen “Boeta” Appollis, and their friend, Steveno van Rhyn, were convicted on May 2, 2025, of kidnapping and human trafficking in connection with the disappearance of Smith’s six-year-old daughter, Joshlin Smith. The convictions, handed down…

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By Juma Msafiri | March 2025 In the lush, rolling hills of Tanzania’s SAGCOT Corridor, a quiet revolution is taking root—one that could redefine agriculture across East Africa. Here, where the soil is rich, and the climate is ripe for innovation, Tamu Tamu Tanzania (TTT) is planting the seeds for a bold new vision: apples as Africa’s next big…

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I. The Making of a Modern City Nestled in the heart of Kenya’s Rift Valley, Nakuru City is no longer just a scenic stopover for flamingo watchers and wildlife enthusiasts. Officially elevated to city status on 1st December 2021, Nakuru is now firmly on the path to becoming East Africa’s next major economic and social hub. As Kenya’s fourth…

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As of March, 2025, Kenya finds itself grappling with a pervasive sense of frustration that has permeated its society, evident in the voices echoing across social media platforms like X and in the everyday struggles of its people. This frustration is not a fleeting emotion but a deep-seated discontent fueled by economic, social, and political challenges that have left…

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EDITORIAL On March 18, 2025, the Kenyan Senate demanded that Senator Gloria Orwoba read a verbatim apology crafted by the plenary to secure her readmission after a 30-day suspension. This rigid prescription, rooted in a September 2023 resolution by the Powers and Privileges Committee, has sparked outrage and exposed a troubling flaw in the Senate’s approach to discipline. Forcing…

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Mark Carney’s ascent to the role of Canada’s 24th  Prime Minister heralds a transformative moment in global leadership. Renowned as a former governor of the Bank of Canada (2008–2013) and the Bank of England (2013–2020), Carney brings a rare blend of pragmatic economic expertise, global financial acumen, and a steadfast commitment to climate action. His appointment signals a potential recalibration…

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