EAST AFRICA JOURNAL - The Pulse of East Africa

St. George’s University Highlights Critical Role of Emergency Medicine

adminMay 31, 2026June 4, 202604 mins

By East Africa Journal Reporter Ahead of Emergency Medicine Day marked annually on 27 May, St. George’s University (SGU) School of Medicine in Grenada, West Indies, is emphasizing the growing importance of emergency medicine specialists in strengthening healthcare systems and responding to urgent medical needs worldwide. As healthcare demands continue to increase across Africa and…

SGU Calls for Greater Focus on Mental Health Training in Africa

adminMay 12, 2026May 19, 202605 mins

By East Africa Journal Reporter As the world marks Mental Health Awareness Month, attention to psychological well-being has become increasingly urgent across Africa. In 2025, the World Health Organization estimated that nearly 150 million people on the continent are living with mental health conditions, underscoring the growing scale of the crisis. Despite the rising burden,…

Huawei Drives Rural Connectivity, Reaches 170 Million Milestone

adminMarch 4, 2026March 4, 202603 mins

By Jameson Mutua Huawei has connected 170 million people in remote and underserved communities across more than 80 countries, surpassing its commitment under the International Telecommunication Union Partner2Connect Digital Coalition. The milestone was announced by Yang Chaobin, CEO of Huawei ICT Business Group, during the company’s TECH Cares Forum in Barcelona. Huawei had pledged in…

How Deeq Darajo Transitioned from Content Creator to Public Affairs Communicator

adminJune 12, 2026June 12, 202607 mins

By Steve El Sabai In an age where digital platforms increasingly shape public opinion and influence social conversations, a growing number of young communicators are leveraging online media as a pathway into leadership, advocacy, and public affairs. Among those at the forefront of this transition is Deeq Hassan Mohamed, popularly known as Deeq Darajo, whose…

Anti-Tobacco Lobby Pushes for Swift Passage of Bill to Protect Youth from Nicotine Addiction

Editorial TeamJune 12, 2026June 12, 202608 mins

The Kenya Tobacco and Nicotine Tax Coalition (KTNTC) has called on the National Assembly to urgently fast-track the Tobacco Control (Amendment) Bill, 2024, describing the proposed legislation as critical to protecting children and young people from emerging nicotine products such as vapes and nicotine pouches. Speaking to the press in Nairobi on Friday, KTNTC expressed…

SGU Celebrates African Medical Graduates at Commencement Ceremony Marking University’s 50th Anniversary

Editorial TeamJune 10, 2026June 12, 202603 mins

St. George’s University (SGU) School of Medicine in Grenada, West Indies has announced it will host a special Commencement Ceremony in Gaborone on 27 June 2026, bringing together graduates, families, healthcare leaders, and government representatives. This event, part of the University’s 50th-anniversary calendar, honors the academic achievements and professional impact of SGU’s African graduates and…

Over 10,000 Schools Set to Receive Digital Learning Devices in Nationwide Rollout

Editorial TeamJune 10, 2026June 12, 202606 mins

The Government has launched the nationwide distribution of digital learning devices to Junior Secondary Schools, marking a significant step in advancing digital education and supporting the implementation of the Competency-Based Education (CBE) framework. The exercise, flagged off at the Centre for Mathematics, Science and Technology Education in Africa (CEMASTEA) on Tuesday, will see 10,382 schools…

Fraudulent Tatu City ownership claim quashed by UK’s final court of appeal

Editorial TeamJune 9, 2026June 12, 202608 mins

British judges call time on 15 years of extortion by Steve Mwagiru and associates The Judicial Committee of the Privy Council, the UK’s highest court of appeal, has dismissed two cases by disgraced Kenyan businessman Steve Mwagiru, bringing an end more than a decade of attempts by Mwagiru and his associates to extort Tatu City’s…

Mali Integrated School to Expand Access to Adaptive Education Across East and Central Africa

adminJune 9, 2026June 12, 202607 mins

By Jameson Mutua A major milestone in inclusive education was marked on Tuesday following the groundbreaking ceremony of Mali Integrated School in Karen, Nairobi, a project that aims to transform learning opportunities for children with diverse educational needs across East and Central Africa. The school, being developed through a partnership between Mali Therapy Center for…

Government Calls for Stronger Parental Guidance to Curb Student Misconduct

adminJune 8, 2026June 12, 202604 mins

By James Mutua The Government has called for a candid national conversation on discipline, morality, and student welfare following recent incidents of unrest in schools across the country. Speaking to the press during the weekly media address in Nairobi on Monday, Government Spokesperson Dr. Isaac Mwaura said Kenya is facing growing challenges affecting learners and…

Puntland Democratic Party Raises Concern Over Youth Unemployment as Development Priority

adminJune 6, 2026June 12, 202604 mins

By Steve El Sabai Youth unemployment has emerged as one of the most pressing socio-economic challenges facing Puntland, with growing calls for targeted interventions to create sustainable opportunities for the region’s expanding young population. As policymakers, business leaders and development stakeholders intensify discussions on economic growth and recovery, attention is increasingly turning to the role…

Ushiriki Wema Foundation Marks World Environment Day with GSU Magadi Borehole to Boost Water Access

adminJune 5, 2026June 12, 202605 mins

By Jameson Mutua Ushiriki Wema Foundation has commissioned a borehole at the General Service Unit (GSU) Magadi Field Training College in Kajiado County, strengthening access to clean and sustainable water for officers and trainees at the institution. The project, launched on World Environment Day, is part of the Foundation’s partnership with the National Police Service…

Competitive Markets Crucial for Economic Growth and Consumer Protection, Government Officials say

adminJune 4, 2026June 12, 202606 mins

By James Mutua Competitive and fair markets are essential for driving economic growth, protecting consumers and supporting small businesses, speakers at the inaugural Research Conference on Competition and Consumer Welfare have said. The two-day conference, organized by the Competition Authority of Kenya (CAK), has brought together policymakers, researchers, legal experts and industry leaders under the…

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