Cape Town begins pilot project to mitigate Baden Powell Drive at Sandy Corner
Every year, during the windy summer months, a section of Baden Powell Drive known as Sandy Corner, is severely impacted by the strong south-east winds that blow sand from the local dune…
Former Libyan leader Gaddafi’s son Saif al-Islam assassinated
Saif al-Islam was captured by fighters in Zintan and remained in the city for years amid the ongoing legal battles, international warrants and political uncertainty.
Kenya Ports Authority records improved port performance, receives praises
Kenya Ports Authority management has been praised by the Kenya International Freight and Warehousing Association following improved performance at the Port of Lamu, where cargo through-put, driven largely by trans-shipment, continues to…
Nakuru County records several forest fire outbreaks during current fire season
The Kenya Forest Service is working closely with its partners and remains committed to safeguard forest ecosystems and urges the public to support conservation efforts by promptly reporting fire incidents and observing fire safety measures during the…
KFS concludes Melia Timber Awareness Creation Tour in Kitui County
The participants expressed satisfaction with the ongoing efforts to promote locally available hardwood species and pledged to embrace Melia timber once it becomes consistently available in the market.
Cape Town connects over 400 homes with informal settlement electrification project in Nomzamo
City continues to seek ways to invest greater resources in driving electrification projects for backyarders and residents in informal settlements, where feasible and also with Eskom, where applicable.
Capetonians Celebrate World Read Aloud Day 2026
WRAD is observed annually to promote literacy, storytelling and a culture of reading. It is a global campaign that encourages individuals, families, schools and communities to read aloud together and celebrate the transformative power of stories.
Kenya Forest Service commemorates World Wetlands Day 2026 at Isiolo County and Karura Forest
World Wetlands Day is observed annually on February 02 to commemorate the adoption of the Convention on Wetlands in Ramsar, Iran, in 1971. It was first celebrated in 1997 and later recognized as a United…
South Africa strengthens trade and investment ties with Japan
The discussions focused on deepening trade and investment ties with Japan, showcasing the diversity and innovation of Made in the Cape products, and exploring future-facing sectors for collaboration.