Nairobi, Kenya | THE INDEPENDENT | Safarilink Airlines has introduced double daily flights connecting Nairobi, Kisumu and Entebbe, strengthening regional air links across East Africa and targeting both business and leisure travellers. The service departs from Nairobi’s Wilson Airport and offers morning flights daily, with additional afternoon frequencies on select …
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Ugandan boys in encouraging start at Windsor, girls struggle on opening day Nairobi, Kenya | UGU MEDIA | Antony Otukei ended Day 1 of the All-Africa Junior Team Championship in the top 10 after he shot a one-over 73. The rest of the Ugandan junior golf team, however, struggled playing at …
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NAIROBI | Xinhua | The death toll from heavy overnight rainfall that triggered severe flooding across several parts of the Kenyan capital, Nairobi, has risen to 23 as rescue teams continue searching for survivors, police confirmed on Saturday. Police said the torrential rains caused widespread flooding, destruction of property, road …
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Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | NCBA Bank Uganda has officially flagged off three golfers who will represent the country at the NCBA Golf Series Grand Finale at Muthaiga Golf Club in Nairobi. The trio which includes Gabriel Amani Beau, James Abiria, and Irene Sekabembe, depart today aboard a Kenya Airways …
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Lamlaoui brace seals Morocco’s historic third TotalEnergies CHAN triumph Nairobi, Kenya | THE INDEPENDENT | Morocco secured a record third TotalEnergies African Nations Championship (CHAN) title after overcoming first-time finalists Madagascar 3-2 in a pulsating final at the Moi International Sports Centre, Kasarani, on Saturday. The Atlas Lions, champions in 2018 …
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Nairobi, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Police and thousands of protesters were on Wednesday engaged in running battles in Kenya’s capital, Nairobi and other cities. The protestors are marking one year since last year’s deadly protests against the controversial Finance Bill. The demonstrators gathered in major urban centres including Nairobi, Mombasa, Eldoret, …
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Johannesburg, SA | THE INDEPENDENT | South African carrier Airlink is set to enhance its connectivity between Nairobi and Johannesburg by introducing three weekly night flights starting March 30, 2025. This expansion will complement the airline’s existing once-daily daytime service, bringing the total frequency on the route to 10 flights per …
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Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Andrew Opio was over the weekend crowned the Men’s Order of Merit winner for the 2024 Stanbic Mug of Mugs, achieving an impressive total of 756 nett points across ten tournaments. Opio’s remarkable achievement sets the stage for his upcoming participation in the Finaritu …
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Nairobi, Kenya | THE INDEPENDENT | Glovo has taken a significant step in shaping the future of retail in East Africa. The company recently hosted the region’s first and largest retail media event in Nairobi, bringing together over 60 industry leaders, top brands, banks, and agencies. The event provided a platform …
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The need to sell tickets beyond Nairobi might incline the Indian carriers to engage Uganda Airlines as a partner for onward lift ANALYSIS | AGENCIES | Nairobi is fast emerging as a mini-hub in the Africa-Asia connector market, as several airlines launch flights to East Africa’s business hub. Air India, …
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