Kenya just named Aden Duale as Health Cabinet Secretary, and he promised to clean house at the ministry - nicknamed Afya House. He served before as Defence and Environment CS but moved to health with fighting words about corruption. He stated firmly that people with selfish goals cannot stay at Afya House anymore. Duale believes he has full backing from President William Ruto to take down these corrupt networks.
He took control of his new job on March 25, when former Health CS Debora Barasa handed over power before moving to her environment position. Duale spoke Sunday about major changes he plans for better openness, responsibility, and smooth running of healthcare across Kenya. He knows deep corruption exists throughout the system...
Charity Ngilu wants her old job back as Kitui Governor in 2027. She ran the county from 2018 until 2022. Last Saturday, she told locals she heard their calls asking her to return when current boss Julius Malombe finishes his term. Back in 2022, Ngilu put her name on the ballot but later stepped away, throwing her support behind Malombe, which helped him win easily.
During a funeral for teacher Felix Mutio at Ivovoa village in Kyangwithya, Ngilu asked the crowd if she should run again. People shouted Yes right away. She promised them, "I want to move ahead for you and many others." Ngilu said she would serve with love and tackle anything residents need fixed. The burial happened in Kitui Central, where many locals gathered.
The former...
The Zimbabwe Chamber of Informal Economy Association asked its members to learn the rules about their street-selling jobs. This helps them keep their stuff from being taken away by authorities. The group held a two-day class in Karoi where sellers learned important legal stuff.
ZCIEA head Wisbon Malaya told everyone at the meeting they need to know city rules. He said vendors must understand how these rules affect their daily work lives. "We want to prepare them as smart supporters for better changes in their work areas. This happens when informal workers become good talkers who know the law," Malaya explained.
Most people at the training were women and girls who sold fruits, veggies, clothes, and beauty products. Local hair stylists...
Human Rights Watch asked Zimbabwe officials on Wednesday to stop using laws as weapons against news reporter Blessed Mhlanga. They want all charges against him thrown out. Police arrested Mhlanga, who works at the independent news channel Heart & Soul TV, back on February 24 in Harare. He has stayed locked up ever since.
The government charged him because he interviewed outspoken war veteran Blessed "Bombshell" Geza. During their talk, Geza called for President Emmerson Mnangagwa to quit. He blamed the president for giving jobs to family members, stealing money, and running the country badly.
"Zimbabwe leaders should free journalist Blessed Mhlanga right away and cancel all charges they brought against him just for doing his job,"...
Rich businessman Wicknell Chivhayo defends President Emmerson Mnangagwa as critics attack him online. He also speaks out against protests that should have started today. Chivhayo keeps close friends inside the ZANU PF party. He has spoken out strongly against these planned protests, calling them both against Zimbabwean values and equal to treason.
He attacked Geza harshly, naming him a useless, failed politician who ran away from justice. Chivhayo says Geza wants to cause trouble from another country where he hides. He described Zimbabwe as a peaceful country full of smart, responsible people who believe in Christian values and follow laws. He claimed any calls for an illegal uprising go against what makes someone Zimbabwean.
Chivhayo...
The United Methodist Church of Zimbabwe welcomed Bishop Dr. Gift Machinga as its new leader this past Sunday. He replaced Bishop Eben Nhiwatiwa during a special event held in Harare, where many church members gathered to watch the handover. Former Bishop Nhiwatiwa talked about how churches use symbols during his goodbye speech.
"The church works with symbols like the cross. What happened today passes authority to a new leader. He becomes the shepherd for our people," explained the outgoing church head. Bishop Machinga then spoke to everyone at the ceremony about his hopes for the country.
He called the day important for both himself and Christians across Zimbabwe. "My message to all Zimbabweans focuses on peace because Jesus taught...
Pirates raided a Ghanaian fishing boat last Thursday evening, taking three Chinese crew members hostage. The attack happened when seven armed people climbed aboard the MENGXIN 1 vessel floating in Ghana waters. They shot guns into the air, causing many sailors to run for safety.
The attackers spent three hours on the ship, forcing everyone onto the main deck. They stole all the cell phones before leaving with the boat's captain, chief mate, and chief engineer. No other crew members suffered harm during this scary event.
The remaining crew had to sail closer to shore before they could tell anyone what had happened because their phones were gone, and sea areas lack signal coverage. They finally reached Tema Fishing Harbor, where they...
Family of God Church leader Bishop Andrew Wutawunashe asked his church to pray for war veteran Blessed Runesu Geza, nicknamed Bombshell. Bishop Wutawunashe had earlier spoken against protests, claiming people would harm President Mnangagwa, whom he called their liberator. The church leader changed his tone when he spoke about Geza at Sunday service.
He told his followers they had forgotten someone important who needed prayers. The Bishop praised Geza as a freedom fighter who saw problems in Zimbabwe that deeply upset him. He linked Geza's last name, which means bath or cleanse, to his desire for national cleansing. Wutawunashe said Geza believes Zimbabwe needs washing clean.
The Bishop directly addressed the war veteran, saying the...
War vet Blessed Geza, thrown out of the Zanu PF committee, wants people to protest today against President Mnangagwa. He announced the signal came when cars burned near places banker Mangudya, businessman Tagwirei, and money man Chivayo. Geza says these three guys stick close to the President like a gang. They face blame for many problems.
Police have been everywhere in crowded neighborhoods since Friday, proving they expect trouble brewing despite officials claiming everything runs fine. Police chiefs sent many messages this weekend, hoping to keep people calm. Minister Kazembe promised security forces would support the law and would slam down hard if things turned ugly.
The protests started because Zanu PF members fought among...
