Abdi Latif
Abdi Latif Dahir is a correspondent for The New York Times based in Nairobi, Kenya. He covers over a dozen countries across the east and parts of central and northeast Africa, including Ethiopia, Rwanda, Somalia, Sudan and Uganda. His work focuses on the major political and economic developments shaping this dynamic and rapidly growing region. He is deeply interested in covering the culture, society and arts of the region as well as armed conflict, terrorism and human rights. Before joining The Times in 2019, he was the East Africa correspondent for Quartz where he wrote about a wide variety of issues across the region with a special focus on entrepreneurship, technology and innovation. He has also been a Dag Hammarskjöld Fund for Journalists fellow and has worked as a fellow with United Press International covering major events including the referendum that led in 2011 to the birth of South Sudan, the world’s youngest nation. He was born in Nairobi, Kenya but was partly raised in Mogadishu, Somalia. He speaks Somali, Arabic and Swahili. Abdi Latif Dahir graduated summa cum laude with a degree in journalism from the United States International University-Africa in Nairobi, Kenya and has a master’s of arts degree with a concentration in politics from Columbia University Graduate School of Journalism. He is committed to upholding the standards of integrity outlined in The New York Times Ethical Journalism Handbook.
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The Daily's Verdict
This author has a mixed reputation for journalistic standards. It is advisable to fact-check, scrutinize for bias, and check for conflicts of interest before relying on the author's reporting.
Bias
88%
Examples:
- The article seems to emphasize the negative impact of British colonialism on Kenya, which could indicate a slight bias.
- The articles seem to emphasize the negative impact of British colonialism on Kenya.
Conflicts of Interest
75%
Examples:
- The force, which is backed by the United Nations and financed by the United States.
Contradictions
86%
Examples:
- At least one person was killed and over 200 others were injured in last week’s protests across Kenya.
- Police fired tear gas and shots during the protests.
- Protesters broke through police lines and stormed Kenya’s parliament complex.
- Smoke was seen coming from inside the parliament complex.
Deceptions
90%
Examples:
No current examples available.
Recent Articles
Paul Kagame Wins Landslide Victory in Rwanda's 2024 Elections Amidst Allegations of Intimidation and Disqualified Opponents
Broke On: Tuesday, 16 July 2024Paul Kagame secured another term as Rwanda's president with over 99% of votes in the 2024 elections, despite opposition figures reporting threats and arbitrary detention. Critics accuse him of governing in a climate of fear and holding back freedoms, but supporters praise his economic growth efforts and role in ending ethnic divisions. Kagame's opponents were disqualified from running, including vocal critic Diane Rwigara. The elections for special seats will take place on Tuesday. 
5 Dead, Dozens Injured in Violent Protests Against Kenyan Tax Hikes: Auma Obama Among Victims
Broke On: Tuesday, 25 June 2024Thousands protested against proposed tax hikes in Nairobi on June 25, 2024, resulting in clashes with police that left at least five people dead and dozens injured. The protests, organized under the banner of '7 Days of Rage,' saw protesters storm Parliament and call for President William Ruto's resignation. Human rights groups accused security forces of abuses during the demonstrations, including shooting at a medical center and abducting prominent Kenyans. Internet connectivity was disrupted in some areas. President Ruto denounced the protests as 'treasonous' and deployed military to quell the unrest. Thousands Protest New Taxes in Kenya: Violence Erupts as Police Fire Tear Gas at Parliament Building
Broke On: Tuesday, 25 June 2024Thousands protested in Nairobi and other cities against proposed tax legislation on June 25, 2024. The demonstrations turned violent with police using tear gas and reported gunshots at Kenya's Parliament building, leaving at least four people injured or dead. Critics argue the Finance Bill 2024 adds punitive new taxes and raises others on various goods and services, while some call for President William Ruto's resignation. The bill targets digital platforms, food products, social security funds, financial services, motor vehicles, and mobile money transfer fees. Opposition parties criticize the ruling party for pushing through unpopular measures without consultation. 
Al-Shabab Storms SYL Hotel in Mogadishu, Somalia: 13-Hour Siege Ends with Fighter Deaths
Broke On: Friday, 15 March 2024Al-Shabab storms SYL Hotel in Mogadishu, killing fighters and ending 13-hour siege. 
Haiti's Capital Paralyzed by Gunfire, Leaving Four Police Officers Dead and Many Residents Trapped in Their Homes as Gang Leader Announces Attack on Country's Police Chief and Government Ministers.
Broke On: Friday, 01 March 2024Gunfire in Haiti's capital, Port-au-Prince, killed four police officers and left many residents trapped as a powerful gang leader announced plans to capture the country's police chief and government ministers. The violence came during Prime Minister Ariel Henry's absence while he finalized details for a foreign armed force deployment to combat gangs in Haiti. King Charles III's Historic Visit to Kenya Amid Colonial Legacy Discussions
Broke On: Tuesday, 31 October 2023King Charles III of Britain visited Kenya on October 31, 2023, marking the first visit by a British monarch since Kenya's independence in 1963. The visit is seen as an opportunity to address the historical wounds left by colonialism and to strengthen bilateral ties between the two nations. There have been calls for Britain to formally apologize for atrocities committed during the colonial era, particularly the brutal suppression of the Mau Mau uprising in the 1950s.
