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Dollar Set for Biggest Weekly Rise Since October Amid US-Iran Tensions

The US dollar advanced toward its strongest weekly performance since October on February 20, 2026, bolstered by resilient domestic economic indicators and heightened geopolitical risks stemming from US-Iran tensions dollar. The dollar

February 20, 2026

Economy

Oil Prices Head for Weekly Gain as US-Iran Tensions Escalate

Oil prices held near six-month highs on February 20, 2026, positioning Brent crude and West Texas Intermediate for their first weekly gain in three weeks. Geopolitical uncertainty surrounding US-Iran tensions oil drove

February 20, 2026

Economy

UN Probe Finds RSF Actions in Al-Fashir Bear Genocide Hallmarks

A United Nations independent fact-finding mission has concluded that the Rapid Support Forces’ capture of al-Fashir in Sudan displays clear hallmarks pointing to genocide against non-Arab ethnic communities. The report, released on

February 20, 2026

Politics

Turkana oil project: Ruto’s schedule push

The Turkana oil project remains a priority for President William Ruto as he works to keep production timelines on track despite mounting regional concerns. Consequently, the administration has intensified engagement with local

February 17, 2026

Investment·Business

Kenyan Parliament bribery allegations surface

The Kenyan Parliament bribery allegations have reignited debates about legislative integrity after Mukurweini MP John Kaguchia accused President William Ruto of institutionalizing payments to lawmakers. Consequently, this stunning reversal challenges the Executive’s

February 17, 2026

Finance·Politics

Mombasa Port inefficiencies hurt Kenya trade

Mombasa Port inefficiencies now threaten Kenya’s position as East Africa’s primary maritime gateway, according to recent World Bank data. Consequently, these operational challenges undermine economic growth and increase costs for businesses across

February 17, 2026

Business

Yen Falls on Weak Growth, Dollar Steady After Inflation Data

The Japanese yen fell on Monday, reversing some of last week’s strong gains after disappointing economic growth figures. The yen eased 0.5% to 153.43 per U.S. dollar. This pullback follows a nearly

February 16, 2026

Economy

Vitol Backs $3 Billion LNG Power Plant for South Africa’s Durban Port

Global commodity trader Vitol is backing a consortium planning to build a $3 billion gas-fired power station and liquefied natural gas import facility at South Africa’s east coast Durban port, a company

February 16, 2026

Economy

Cyclone Gezani Kills 59 in Madagascar, Displaces Thousands

Cyclone Gezani has killed at least 59 people in Madagascar, the disaster management office reported on Monday. The powerful storm struck the Indian Ocean island nation last week, leaving a trail of

February 16, 2026

News

Retail Surge Drives NASI Up 1.8% on NSE Amid Record Transactions Following Safaricom’s Ziidi Trader Launch

The Nairobi Securities Exchange (NSE) saw a remarkable surge in market activity on February 11, 2026, with retail participation hitting an all-time high following the launch of Safaricom’s Ziidi Trader platform. This

February 15, 2026

Business

Dollar Set for Biggest Weekly Rise Since October Amid US-Iran Tensions

Oil Prices Head for Weekly Gain as US-Iran Tensions Escalate

UN Probe Finds RSF Actions in Al-Fashir Bear Genocide Hallmarks

Turkana oil project: Ruto’s schedule push

Kenyan Parliament bribery allegations surface

Mombasa Port inefficiencies hurt Kenya trade

Yen Falls on Weak Growth, Dollar Steady After Inflation Data

Vitol Backs $3 Billion LNG Power Plant for South Africa’s Durban Port

Cyclone Gezani Kills 59 in Madagascar, Displaces Thousands

Retail Surge Drives NASI Up 1.8% on NSE Amid Record Transactions Following Safaricom’s Ziidi Trader Launch

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