Annan in Kenya to assess reform Oct 4, 2009
By Will Ross BBC News, Nairobi. Mr Annan helped broker the deal that ended the post-poll violence. (BBC News -- Africa)
Africa: Africa is Dynamic Continent, Not Charity Case, Says Clinton [document] Oct 3, 2009
We are Africa's largest trading partner, and at the AGOA conference in Nairobi, I said the United States would work to maximize the opportunities created by trade preference programs like AGOA. We want to work to build greater trade capacity in Africa, provide assistance to new industries, and we look forward to more bilateral investment treaties like the one we signed with Mauritius during my trip. But we have to convince African countries to do more trading among themselves, and to break down... (allAfrica.com)
Kenya: Affordable New Weapon Against Cervical Cancer Oct 3, 2009
Nairobi Faced with an increase in the number of cervical cancer cases, Kenya has adopted a simple, cheap yet effective visual inspection method of detection ... "However, due to poverty many would not travel to Nairobi where Kenyatta National Hospital is located. Instead they would stay home and would be brought back in a critical condition.". (allAfrica.com)
Kenya backs poll violence trials Oct 3, 2009
The BBC's Peter Greste in Nairobi says few government officials in Kenya are publicly opposed to the package of reforms that were central to the power-sharing agreement ... But the BBC's Josphat Makori in Nairobi says it is not clear whether Kenya would agree to send any suspects to The Hague, if the ICC were to insist that the tribunal should be held there. (BBC News -- Africa)
Kenya: Reforms - Annan Heads to Country Oct 2, 2009
Nairobi Former United Nations secretary general Kofi Annan has confirmed he will travel to Kenya next week to assess progress made in implementation of the agreements that ended the post election violence. A statement from the Nairobi office of the African Union Panel of Eminent African Personalities said that the mediator, who will be in the country from Sunday, "looks forward to holding discussions with the two principals, President Mwai Kibaki and Prime Minister Raila Odinga.". (allAfrica.com)
The Talk of Kenya: What Does Obama Have Against Us? Oct 2, 2009
"She achieved more in two days than what the U.S. mission in Nairobi has achieved in the last two years by intimidation and threats. Our perspective has always been that the right information is not getting to Obama. It was very clear to us when Hillary Clinton was here and expressed surprise at how much had been achieved.". Ranneberger is indeed outspoken he recently opened a Twitter account, USAMB4REFORM to tweet his thoughts on Kenya. (Time.com)
Tanzania Emerges as Star Player on International Stage Sep 30, 2009
com: Tanzania: Kikwete Takes Center Stage At UN And U.S. Meetings (Page 1 of 1). Kikwete Takes Center Stage At UN And U.S. Meetings. (allAfrica.com)
Baggage fees join your overseas flights Sep 30, 2009
But traveling back from Nairobi, on another airline, the limit was 50 pounds which nearly put him and two other short-term missionaries he was traveling with in a bind until the airline waived the extra fees. "The most disconcerting thing is it seems like each place has its own rules," he said. (MSNBC -- Travel)
Kenya: U.S. Defends Visa Warnings to Top Officials Sep 30, 2009
Nairobi The US state department has defended itself against President Kibaki's accusation that it violated protocol by writing threat letters to Kenyan officials. The letters, written by US assistant Secretary of State Johnnie Carson, were sent to 15 prominent Kenyans. (allAfrica.com)
Kenya: Taming Errant Leaders Requires Tact [editorial] Sep 26, 2009
Nairobi The American government has made good its threat to deal firmly with Kenyan leaders slowing down the reform process. It handed, or is handing, letters threatening travel bans on the supposed recalcitrant leaders, signalling the Obama administration's distaste for poor governance. (allAfrica.com)
UNEP launches train journey to raise awareness on Climate ChangeNairobi, Kenya (PANA) - The United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP), in conjunction with the International Union of Railways (UIC)and the global conservationorganization WWF, Friday launched the symbolic one-month and nearly 9,000-kilometre-long train journey from Kyoto to Copenhagen to document the impacts of climate change and raise awareness of low-carbon transport solutions. 25/09/2009 Full Text... Sep 26, 2009
Nairobi, Kenya (PANA) - The United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP), in conj unction with the International Union of Railways (UIC)and the global conservatio n organization WWF, Friday launched the symbolic one-month and nearly 9,000-kilom e tre-long train journey from Kyoto to Copenhagen to document the impacts of clima t e change and raise awareness of low-carbon transport solutions ... By Sealing the Deal on an ambitious climate ag r eement in Copenhagen, governments will get into gear to... (Panapress.com)
Airplanes, oxygen and the media Sep 26, 2009
They get it from the big-money pirates who live in Eastleigh (a Nairobi suburb), South Africa, England or Canada ... The agency recently denied Delta Air Lines' attempts to begin service to Nairobi, Kenya, and Monrovia, Liberia, for example, over airport security concerns. (Salon)
Some Kenyan officials face US travel ban Sep 25, 2009
NAIROBI - The United States will impose travel bans on Kenyan ministers and other prominent people blocking government changes aimed at preventing political violence, the American ambassador to Kenya said yesterday. Michael Ranneberger said 15 Kenyans had received letters saying the United States was reviewing its relationship with them. (Boston Globe)
Kenya: Top Names in U.S. Visa Ban List Sep 25, 2009
Nairobi The US government on Thursday threatened to impose a visa ban on 15 top government officials and block aid to the country. The officials have received letters from the US government applying pressure on them to back reforms and renounce violence. (allAfrica.com)
Burning problem Sep 25, 2009
In the Kenyan capital, Nairobi, over 70 tonnes of charcoal dust is discarded daily ... To the west of Nairobi, Cheryl Mvula of the Tribal Voice consultancy has introduced the extraordinary Cow Dung Fuel Initiative to counter deforestation in the Mara Triangle of Kenya's Masai Mara. (BBC News -- Africa)
US travel ban threat for Kenyans Sep 25, 2009
Michael Ranneberger, the US ambassador in Nairobi, says letters have been sent to the officials urging them to back reforms and oppose the use of violence ... The BBC's Peter Greste, in Nairobi, says the Americans were quick to point out that they were not accusing the 15 Kenyans of doing anything wrong - just of failing to act. (BBC News -- Africa)
Kenya: Nation's Porous Borders and Corrupt Officials Have Turned the Country Into a Major Transit Point for Human Smugglers Sep 21, 2009
Nairobi People travelling to South Africa illegally from the Horn of Africa are having a field day in Kenya ... " Relevant Links The report says according to 25 certified in-depth interviews with Kenyan migrants as well as feedback from 114 others, most Kenyans simply take a bus to SA. "Some travel legally, flying with their regular passports and visas obtained from the RSA High Commission in Nairobi (directly, or, allegedly using a facilitator with contacts at the embassy), and some travel with... (allAfrica.com)
HAWK TALK - 9/14/09 Sep 15, 2009
Senior (Nairobi, Kenya) placed 16th overall with a time of 30:17. 28. (Umeshawks.com)
Kenya: Policy On Sports Funding Required [editorial] Sep 14, 2009
Nairobi Kenya's top squash players are on the verge of missing out on an opportunity to play in the men's World Championships that start in Odense, Denmark, next week. The reason is that the Kenya Squash Racquets Association (KSRA) has been unable to secure close to Sh1. (allAfrica.com)
Kenya: Elephants die of drought, poaching Sep 10, 2009
NAIROBI, Kenya: Poaching and drought-related hunger have killed more than 100 of Kenya's famous elephants in the north of the country so far this year, conservationists say. Zoologist Iain Douglas-Hamilton, who founded Save the Elephants, said the drought is Kenya's worst in 12 years. (India Times)
* Drought closes in on Africas nomads Sep 9, 2009
For the first time in generations there are cows on the streets of Nairobi as nomads like Isaac come to the suburbs with their herds to feed on the verges of roads ... We passed emergency levels months ago, said Yves Horent, a European commission humanitarian officer in Nairobi. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World Business)
Nigeria: Okocha Returns to Eagles Sep 9, 2009
After Sunday's 2-2 draw with the Carthage Eagles of Tunisia, Nigeria will host Mozambique on October 10 while the Super Eagles will travel to Nairobi for the match against Kenya in November, that will likely decide the winner of the Group B ticket to South Africa between Nigeria and Tunisia. But yesterday, after the storming meeting, it was agreed that the technical depth of the present coaching crew would need to be upgraded if the country still hopes to make it to the World Cup finals next... (allAfrica.com)
CROSS COUNTRY TEAMS LAUNCH SEASON WITH LID LIFTER INVITATIONAL Sep 6, 2009
93 while fellow senior (Nairobi, Kenya) was 40th in 30:08. 29. (Umeshawks.com)
Switzerland has world's best wages; Mumbai has lowest Aug 27, 2009
But the average employee in many of these cities, as well as Jakarta and Nairobi, gets paid some of the world's lowest salaries which have between 11 percent and 15 percent of the purchasing power of a salary in Zurich. Also Read. (India Times)
Student rides across Africa Aug 25, 2009
The first mission of Cycle for Understanding was mapped across Africa, starting in Cape Town, South Africa, and ending in Nairobi, Kenya. The two arrived in Nairobi late last week to a discounted stay in a five-star hotel and free meals ... Bodansky wrote that the district commissioner in Nairobi gave the two a tour of some of the citys impoverished areas. (Washington University Student Life, MO)
Zimbabwe: Zuma to Intervene in Crisis Aug 21, 2009
Nairobi South African President Jacob Zuma is expected in Zimbabwe next week to douse flames in the country's coalition government amid intensifying arrests of legislators from the former opposition Movement for Democratic Change. Ten MPs from Prime Minister Morgan Tsvangirai's party were detained on Wednesday for allegedly causing disturbances at Finance Ministry offices. (allAfrica.com)
Salisbury Resident's Show Tracks Students in 7 Countries Aug 21, 2009
Joab From Kenya "In Kenya, we focused on a boy from a big slum in Nairobi," Ms. Hogan related. Joab Onyando, 15-years-old in the third segment of the series, has now taken on a man-size job in addition to his schooling. (Litchfield County Times, CT)
Africa: Continent's Airlines Ill-Prepared for World Cup [analysis] Aug 21, 2009
Nairobi African carriers will have to work harder to benefit from the 2010 World Cup bonanza in South Africa ... And to maximize their exploitation of the African market, the carriers plan to drop excess passengers on medium haul flights all over Sub-Sahara airports (such as Nairobi, Accra, Douala and Lagos), from where SAA is expected to forward them to the games ... However, the third group, the Sky Team (led by Delta Airlines, Air France and KLM), has Kenya Airways as its only member in... (allAfrica.com)
Record Number of African Safaris Set for Crystal Guests in 2010 Aug 19, 2009
Ngorongoro Crater & Lake Manyara, Nairobi - Along with the vast 102-square-mile crater, guests will visit elephant and rhino orphanages established in Nairobi National Park, and Lake Manyara for a close look at hippos and giraffes. "Each distinctly unique, the safari excursions are carefully planned at dusk and dawn to allow guests to explore the region's wildlife in profoundly authentic ways," says John Stoll, director, land programs. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Kenya: Airline Battles With Challenges Aug 18, 2009
com: Kenya: Strike Pushes KQ Into a Headwind (Page 1 of 1). Kenya: Strike Pushes KQ Into a Headwind. (allAfrica.com)
Kenya: Airline Staff Calls Off Strike Aug 17, 2009
Nairobi Kenya Airways (KQ) workers have called off their strike, after reaching an agreement of an interim 20 per cent salary increment with the airline's management ... The two groups held a joint press conference on Sunday morning at a Nairobi hotel to announce the return to work formula following the negotiations that had been mediated by the Central Organisation of Trade Unions (COTU) and Federation of Kenya Employers (FKE). (allAfrica.com)
'Fake' photo woman leaves Kenya Aug 17, 2009
Canadian consular staff in Nairobi maintained that she was not who she claimed to be, even when Ms Mohamud handed over several other forms of identification. It was not until a DNA test confirmed her identity on Monday that Canadian officials prepared emergency travel documents so that she could return to Toronto. (BBC News -- Africa)
Pakistani Clerics Slain In Somalia Aug 17, 2009
Associated Press writers Ashraf Khan in Islamabad, Pakistan and Elizabeth A. Kennedy, Tom Maliti and Malkhadir M. Muhumed in Nairobi, Kenya contributed to this report. Copyright 2009 The Associated Press. (CBS News -- World)
Highlights for Adventure Travel in ... Aug 17, 2009
It is a refreshing change from the hustle of Nairobi and the slick, well-practiced tourism of the East African game preserves. Wildife, Chimpanzee and Mountain Gorilla Safaris in Uganda. (Suite101.com)
Clinton: Al Qaeda could seek 'foothold' in Nigeria Aug 15, 2009
Clinton opened her Africa trip in Nairobi, Kenya, then went to South Africa, Angola and the Democratic Republic of Congo. She will travel next to Liberia and Cape Verde. (CNN -- World)
GEMS BOSS KILLED IN SPEAR MOB AMBUSH IN KENYA... Aug 13, 2009
By Mike Pflanz in Nairobi Published: 7:20PM BST 12 Aug 2009 ... Mr Bridges, 71, was stabbed repeatedly after he and his son Bruce were ambushed as they drove on Tuesday to their mine, 190 miles southeast of Nairobi ... "They had dragged thorn bushes across the road and as soon as we got out of the vehicle, eight of them came running towards us, screaming "We are going to kill you all," Bruce Bridges, 32, told The Daily Telegraph in Nairobi."They had machetes, spears, bows and arrows, heavy... (The Drudge Report)
Hakuna matata! Aug 12, 2009
On my arrival at Jomo Kenyatta airport in Nairobi, I was greeted by the biggest, and most intimidating of officials, who very dismissively pointed me in the direction of the exit ... I spent one night in Nairobi at my hosts family home, which was like stepping back into the colonial era ... On the journey back to Nairobi, the phrase Hakuna Matata kept coming to mind. (iAfrica.com)
Kenya: Behind Closed Doors, Clinton Takes Tough Line on Govt Aug 10, 2009
Nairobi The US Government will name and shame key perpetrators of Kenya's post-election violence and individuals involved in corruption ... For instance, in a meeting with US embassy staff in Nairobi, she is quoted as saying. (allAfrica.com)
South Africa: Clinton Says U.S. to Work with Country on Zimbabwe Aug 8, 2009
Speaking in Nairobi on Thursday, Clinton said she would ask South Africa to 'use its influence to mitigate against the negative effects of the continuing Presidency of President Mugabe. . (allAfrica.com)
FBI searched agency visited by 2 missing men Aug 8, 2009
"He said, 'I'm fighting for jihad,' " or holy war, said Bashir, 29, seated on the floor of his dingy apartment in a rough immigrant enclave in Nairobi, the Kenyan capital. "He said, 'I'm not coming back, so you should forget about me.' ". (Fresno Bee -- Nation)
South Africa: Clinton Visit 'Should Be a Debate, Not a Lecture' Aug 7, 2009
The US believes Nairobi should establish an independent tribunal to hold accountable the perpetrators if Kenya's stability and economic development is to be ensured. After SA, Clinton will travel to Angola, the Democratic Republic of Congo, Nigeria, Liberia and Cape Verde. (allAfrica.com)
Clinton Calls Eritrea's Meddling in Somalia 'Unacceptable' Aug 7, 2009
"If al-Shabaab were to obtain a haven in Somalia which could then attract al-Qaida and other terrorist actors, it would be a threat to the United States," Clinton said at a press conference following a closed-door meeting with the TFG president, Sheikh Ahmed Sharif in Nairobi Thursday ... The meeting between Clinton and Sharif took place at the United States Embassy in Nairobi. (allAfrica.com)
Newsweek: What Clinton hopes to accomplish in Africa Aug 7, 2009
Secretary of State Hillary Clinton touched down in Nairobi on Tuesday night, kicking off a seven-country tour of Africa's major capitals ... Country: KenyaPurpose: Strategy The United States has an interest in keeping Kenya stable, so Clinton has a good deal on her plate in Nairobi ... While in Nairobi, Clinton is meeting with Somalia's beleaguered transitional government, giving her an opportunity to address the most terror-prone area on the continent. (MSNBC -- International)
Clinton's Rolodex aided N. Korea mission Aug 7, 2009
Hillary Clinton, who while images of her husband meeting with Kim flashed on television sets around the world, felt compelled to address the conflicting messages when she spoke with NBC from Nairobi on Wednesday. "I want to be sure people don't confuse what Bill did, which was a private humanitarian mission to bring these young women home, with our policy, which continues to be one that gives choices to North Korea," she said. (MSNBC -- Politics)
Kenya: U.S. Threatens Sanctions Aug 6, 2009
Nairobi The United States on Wednesday threatened to impose sanctions on Kenya's leaders if they continue to block the formation of a special tribunal to try election violence suspects ... However, an Office of the President official, who did not wish to be identified discussing confidential matters of state, said a considerable part of the one-and-a-half hour meeting at the KICC in Nairobi dwelt on Somalia and how to deal with the threat of terrorism. (allAfrica.com)
Clinton recalls US embassy attacks in Africa Aug 6, 2009
NAIROBI, Kenya U.S. Secretary of State Hillary Rodham Clinton on Thursday honored the victims of the deadly 1998 al-Qaida-linked attacks on the American embassies in Kenya and Tanzania. US Secretary of State Hillary Rodham Clinton, left, is welcomed by Kenyan Foreign Minister Moses Wetangula and Ameriacn ambassador to Kenya, Michael Rannerger, right, at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, Nairobi, Kenya, Tuesday, Aug. 4, 2009 ... (AP Photo/Sayyid Azim) US Secretary of State Hillary Rodham... (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- World)
Two families, two destinations, one dream (93) Aug 6, 2009
The couple went to a job fair in San Francisco last January organized by the International School Services, and passed up opportunities in Libya, Tripoli, Nairobi and Cairo, before settling on Ghana. But after making their decision, Diamond found that his leave had been denied by the JC, which suspended paid sabbaticals due to budget constraints. (Sebastopol Sonoma West Publishing, CA)
Africa: Kenyan Businessman Praises Benefits From Agoa Aug 6, 2009
Speaking on the importance of the U.S. African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA) and of working with the East and Central Africa Global Competitiveness Hub in Nairobi operated by the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID), King'ori said: "We have seen the benefit. We can see the figures and believe that this continuous partnership can open up this market.". King'ori's business, which started exporting cut flowers, mostly roses, to the U.S. market in 2005, averages more than $2 million... (allAfrica.com)
Hillary Clinton Begins 7-Stop Africa Tour Aug 5, 2009
NAIROBI, Kenya, Aug. 4, 2009 ... Secretary of State Hillary Rodham Clinton is welcomed by Kenyan Foreign Minister Moses Wetangula (center) and U.S. Ambassador to Kenya Michael Rannerger (right) at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport in Nairobi, Tuesday, Aug. 4, 2009 ... "We remain concerned about the trajectory of the politics in Kenya over the past two years since the flawed elections of December 2007," Johnnie Carson, the top U.S. diplomat for Africa, told reporters aboard Clinton's flight to... (CBS News -- World)
Clinton leaves Korea with freed reporters Aug 5, 2009
I spoke to my husband on the airplane and everything went well, she told reporters in Nairobi, Kenya. They are extremely excited to be reunited soon when they touch down in California. (AZCentral)
Kenya: Violence Suspects May Face UK Travel Ban Aug 5, 2009
Nairobi Suspected masterminds of the Kenya post election violence may soon be barred from setting foot in the UK.. British High Commissioner to Kenya Robert Macaire revealed that the UK was reviewing its policies to conform to emerging international trends that ban perpetrators of war crimes and genocide from entering foreign countries. (allAfrica.com)
Clinton wins pardons in N. Korea Aug 5, 2009
The same day that Bill Clinton landed in North Korea, Hillary Clinton arrived in Nairobi, Kenya, kicking off an 11-day journey through Africa - a visit now largely eclipsed by her husband s travels. Copyright 2009 Globe Newspaper Company. (Boston Globe)
Clinton: Africa trade can't grow without improving democracy Aug 5, 2009
NAIROBI, Kenya (AP) Secretary of State told a U.S.-Africa trade meeting on Wednesday that business and trade in Africa cannot grow without governments improving democracy ... Also in Nairobi, Clinton will meet the beleaguered president of lawless Somalia's interim government, which is embroiled in a struggle with Islamist extremists with suspected links to al-Qaeda. (USA Today -- News)
Clinton, journalists en route to U.S. Aug 5, 2009
"Obviously I am very happy and relieved to have these two young woman, Laura Ling and Euna Lee, on their way home to their families," she told reporters in Nairobi, Kenya. "I spoke to my husband on the airplane and everything went well. They are extremely excited to be reunited soon when they touch down in California. It was just a good day to be able to see this happen.". (MSNBC -- Race)
Clinton, 2 pardoned American journalists heading back to US after departing NKorea Aug 5, 2009
"Obviously I am very happy and relieved to have these two young woman, Laura Ling and Euna Lee, on their way home to their families," she told reporters in Nairobi, Kenya. "I spoke to my husband on the airplane and everything went well. They are extremely excited to be reunited soon when they touch down in California. It was just a good day to be able to see this happen.". (FOX61, CT)
U.S. Secretary of State Visits Seven African Countries Aug 4, 2009
Clinton will deliver a policy address on Wednesday in Nairobi during the opening session of the African Growth and Opportunity Forum, the 8th annual meeting mandated by the African Growth and Opportunity Act, the U.S. law which promotes U.S-African trade ... In Nairobi, she is scheduled to meet Sheikh Sharif Ahmed, president of Somalia's Transitional Federal Government (TFG). (allAfrica.com)
Kenya: Great Trade Hopes As Clinton Due for Talks Aug 4, 2009
Nairobi Over 2,000 delegates from the US and across Africa will meet in Nairobi from Tuesday morning for the annual AGOA forum to discuss ways in which the continent can benefit from preferential trade with America ... The Ministry of Trade - under which the AGOA forum falls - has made plans for the visitors to travel to the major national parks including the Maasai Mara, Nairobi, Lake Nakuru, Amboseli and a host of game reserves. (allAfrica.com)
HUMAN RIGHTS Aug 1, 2009
Kenya's Prime Minister Raila Odinga (L) addresses a news conference beside President Mwai Kibaki at the State House in Nairobi July 30, 2009. Kenya's divided cabinet met on Thursday in a. (AlertNet)
Clinton's trip to underscore US commitment to AfricaWashington, US (PANA) - The 11-day trip to Africa by US Secretary of State Hillary Clinton will highlight and underscorethe Obama Administrations commitment to making Africa a priority in U.S. foreign policy, according to Assistant Secretary ofState Johnnie Carson. 31/07/2009 Full Text... Aug 1, 2009
The trip will start at the U.S.-Sub-Saharan Africa Trade and Economic Cooperatio n Forum, known mostly as the AGOA Forum, in Nairobi, Kenya, where she will deliver a speech at the ministerial opening ceremony of th e forum on 5 August. According to Carson, the Secretary of State, while in Kenya, will meet with Pres ident Kibaki and Prime Minister Raila Odinga. (Panapress.com)
Izzi ready to juggle? Yes Jul 31, 2009
His tales are spun from a mix of fact and fiction, with the truthful details from his travels to faraway destinations such as Zimbabwe, Nairobi and Perth. His imagination fills in the rest. (Appeal Democrat, CA)
Africa: Clinton Plans Seven-Nation Trip Jul 29, 2009
Clinton begins the visit at the 8th U.S.-Sub-Saharan Africa Trade and Economic Cooperation Forum, better known as the AGOA Forum (named for the African Growth and Opportunity Act), in Nairobi, Kenya, Kelly said in a July 27 press statement. Clinton will continue her travel with visits to South Africa, Angola, the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Nigeria, Liberia and Cape Verde. (allAfrica.com)
Clinton Plans to Visit 7 African Nations Jul 28, 2009
She also plans to meet in Nairobi with Sheikh Sharif Amed, the president of Somalia's transitional government, State Department spokesman Ian Kelly said. An epidemic of piracy off the Somali coast has created serious dangers to international commercial shipping in the Indian Ocean, and Islamic extremists are seen as a major security threat to East Africa and Somalia's feeble interim government. (Time.com)
Friends capture soccer's essence Jul 28, 2009
White, the producer and co-director, pegged Mathare, a slum in Nairobi, Kenya, as one of the most interesting sites to shoot. "We had an amazing experience there, on and off the soccer field," White said. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Family learned on Internet of son's slaying Jul 26, 2009
A travel agent in Minneapolis, who spoke on condition of anonymity, said the two men paid about $1,800 in cash for tickets to Nairobi, Kenya, or to Dubai, U.A.E. The travel agent said he thinks the two men then made their way to Mogadishu from those cities on a Somali carrier. For Bana's family, it's all too much to bear. (CNN)
East Africa: It's Internet on Steroids, Say Social Networkers Jul 26, 2009
Nairobi The connection of Kenya and eastern Africa to the rest of the world via the 17,000-km Seacom fibre optic cable on Friday was marked by excitement. The promise of faster internet was greeted with sensational updates on popular social networks like Twitter and Facebook by those who had their first taste of real broadband. (allAfrica.com)
