India turns to biogas as Iran war fuels cooking gas shortages

India is increasingly turning to biogas, derived from cow dung and farm waste, as a cooking fuel solution amid widespread liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) shortages linked to the Iran war. Long queues for LPG cylinders are forcing households to seek alternatives like biogas, which offers a sustainable and low-cost energy source.

From defections to 'wantam' chorus: The making of Ruto's Mt Kenya headache

President William Ruto is reportedly experiencing anxiety regarding his support base in the Mt Kenya region as he heads into the 2027 election cycle.

Pope Leo criticizes "tyrants" spending billions on war

Fresh intrigues and the billions at the centre of Kenya’s textbook wars

Billions of shillings intended for textbook procurement in Kenyan public schools are at the center of a high-stakes conflict involving publishers, the Ministry of Education, and state agencies, exacerbated by the rollout of competency-based education.

How the Iran War Could Reshape South Asia

A prolonged war centered on Iran carries the significant risk of destabilizing South Asia, potentially redrawing its strategic balance and impacting countries like Pakistan and Afghanistan far beyond immediate economic shockwaves.

Gulf economies face long-term hit from Iran conflict

A recent conflict involving Iran has severely impacted Gulf economies, with an attack on Qatar's main LNG complex causing significant disruption and financial loss.