Kampala, Uganda | JULIUS BUSINGE | Jambojet will resume flights between Nairobi and Entebbe on October 1, 2026, ending a six- year absence from the Ugandan market as the regional low-cost carrier seeks to tap growing demand for air travel, tourism and cross-border trade. The airline announced the return on Thursday, …
Read More »Africa Forward Summit adopts 11-point Nairobi declaration to advance inclusive growth, innovation Nairobi, Kenya | AGENCIES | Leaders from African countries and France a week back adopted the Nairobi Declaration at the Africa Forward Summit in Nairobi, setting out priority areas for cooperation on security, trade, energy and technology …
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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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