In a move aimed at boosting tourism, trade, and regional integration, the government of Uganda has announced visa-free entry for citizens of 40 countries and […]
Category: Regional News
Uganda Rejects UN Report Alleging UPDF Role in South Sudan Airstrikes
The Uganda People’s Defence Force (UPDF) has strongly rejected allegations contained in a recent report by the United Nations Human Rights Office claiming that Ugandan […]
Tanzania Ports Authority Suspends Controversial Port Charges After Industry Concerns
The Tanzania Ports Authority (TPA) has decided to suspend the implementation of new port charges following strong concerns raised by shipping companies, logistics operators, and […]
Kenya Issues Warning to Residents Near Nairobi Dam as Flood Death Toll Rises
Kenya’s government has urged residents living downstream of the Nairobi Dam to remain on high alert as water levels continue to rise following days of […]
Ruto’s Tanzanian Billionaire Friend Acquires Controlling Stake in Nation Media Group
Nairobi / Dar es Salaam — A major ownership shift is underway at East Africa’s largest independent media house after Tanzanian businessman Rostam Aziz moved […]
Uganda, Tanzania Launch High-Level Trade Talks in Dar es Salaam to Remove Tariff Barriers and Boost Regional Commerce
DAR ES SALAAM — Uganda and Tanzania have opened the fifth session of their Joint Permanent Commission (JPC) in Dar es Salaam, beginning negotiations aimed […]
EAC Approves New Funding Formula to Strengthen Regional Budget
Leaders of the East African Community (EAC) have approved a new financing formula that will change how member states contribute to the organization’s budget. The […]
President Museveni Sets Vision for Unity, Growth, and Security as New Chair of the East African Community
Ugandan President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni has officially assumed the role of Chairperson of the East African Community (EAC), marking the beginning of a new chapter […]
New EALA Salary Directive Seen as Practical Step Toward Strengthening Regional Cooperation
A recent decision by East African heads of state regarding the payment of East African Legislative Assembly (EALA) representatives is generating discussion across the region, […]
Kenya Floods Kill 42, Leave Over 50,000 Homeless as Heavy Rains Devastate Nairobi
NAIROBI, March 9, 2026 — Severe flooding triggered by torrential rains has left 42 people dead and more than 50,000 homeless across Kenya, with the […]