The COMESA Competition and Consumer Commission (CCC) has dismissed claims circulating on social media that it fined Airtel Kenya Ksh 7.8 billion over alleged misleading mobile money transaction charges. In a statement dated Friday, May 28 2026, the Commission said the social media post making the claims is false, misleading, and was not issued by
President William Ruto has made his first address as the new Chair of the Common Market for Eastern and Southern Africa (COMESA). In his remarks, the President emphasized Africa’s potential to drive its own growth through innovation, digital transformation, and stronger regional cooperation. Here is his full speech: 1. It is with profound gratitude, humility,