AU calls for dialogue to ease Kenya, Somalia border tension

The African Union (AU) on Tuesday raised concern with the rising tensions at the common border between Kenya and Somalia, which saw sporadic violence in Bula-Hawo. It called for dialogue to deescalate tension.
File photo: Three Somali army soldiers were also killed
At least nine killed near Somalia-Kenya border as tensions rise
Heavy fighting at a Somali town near the Kenyan border has killed at least nine people, according to Somali sources, as tensions between the East African neighbours increase.
E-visas will facilitate proper collection of fees and accountability, South Sudanese minister says.
No more visa on arrival for Kenyans travelling to South Sudan
Kenyans wishing to travel to South Sudan will no longer get visas on arrival as Juba intensified online and embassy visa applications to raise revenues.
Most customers in Kenya opted to use mobile money over debit or credit cards ( FILE | NMG)
Kenya banks lose $11m card payment revenues to telcos
Top banks in Kenya have raised a red flag over an expected significant drop in net earnings for the year 2020.
The Association of Kenya Insurers chief executive Tom Gichuhi. PHOTO | SALATON NJAU | NMG
Coronavirus: Kenyan health insurers post $8m profit
Medical insurers in Kenya posted their highest-ever underwriting profit in the six months ended June last year on reduced bills, as patients avoided hospitals for fear of contracting the Coronavirus.
Tharaka Nithi Governor Muthomi Njuki signs a dummy BBI endorsement form, PHOTO | FILE | NMG
Simple guide on proposed law review in Kenya
The Building Bridges Initiative (BBI) was started in March 2018 when President Uhuru Kenyatta shook hands with his erstwhile opponent Raila Odinga, and signed a deal to end the cycle of deadly post-election violence.
File photo of doctors
Kenyan government sacks 86 doctors striking coronavirus conditions
The Kenyan government on Wednesday dismissed 86 doctors who had refused to resume work amid an ongoing strike since December 2020, against poor working conditions during the coronavirus pandemic.