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Over 133,000 candidates sit for ACSEE exams today

DAR ES SALAAM, May 4 -- A TOTAL of 133,655 registered candidates are sitting for the 2026 Advanced Certificate of Secondary Education Examination (ACSEE), which begins today across Tanzania Mainland a... Read More


Dodoma unveils strategy to end violence against women, children

DODOMA, May 4 -- THE Dodoma Region has officially launched its fouryear Strategic Plan to End Violence Against Women and Children (2026/27–2029/30), aimed at building a safe, inclusive and just ... Read More


Two youths dead after high-speed motorcycle crash

Sri Lanka, May 4 -- A 20-year-old Computer Science student from a private university in Malabe and a garage employee from Homagama died after their motorcycle veered off the road and struck a wall. Th... Read More


Britam raises stake in HF with new share purchase

Nairobi, May 4 -- Britam Holdings has increased its stake in HF Group after acquiring additional shares in a Sh355.42 million deal, marking a second consecutive year in which the insurer has raised it... Read More


Buganda sets agenda for new term, calls for an end to corruption

Uganda, May 4 -- Buganda Kingdom has called for a renewed national focus on fighting corruption, safeguarding peace and improving livelihoods, as the country enters a new political term. Addressing t... Read More


Court orders govt to pay activists Shs10m over detention beyond 48 hours

Uganda, May 4 -- The High Court in Kampala has ordered the government to pay Shs10 million in general damages to three environmental activists for being unlawfully detained for more than 48 hours afte... Read More


Uganda ranks fourth at the global science tournament in Greece

Uganda, May 4 -- Uganda has been ranked fourth out of 30 countries at the 2026 International Young Naturalists Tournament (IYNT) held in Greece, marking one of the country's strongest performances in ... Read More


Marurui Demolitions Push Ahead Despite Court Orders

Kenya, May 4 -- Marurui demolitions have left many families in shock as bulldozers continue tearing down both big houses and simple homes in the area near Nairobi. The operation, backed by anti-riot p... Read More


Clergyman murdered, security guard seriously injured in Nakuru attack

Nairobi, May 4 -- Residents of Lanet in Nakuru county on Monday morning woke up to the rude shock of the brutal murder of a cleric at his official residence within a church compound. Reverend Julius ... Read More


Hero MotoCorp Appoints Sachin Agrawal As Chief Technology Officer

Mumbai, May 4 -- Hero MotoCorp, the world's largest two-wheeler manufacturer, has appointed Sachin Agrawal as its new Chief Technology Officer, with the transition effective from 21 May 2026. Agrawal... Read More