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 […]
Category: Regional News
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 […]
Zanzibar Launches Sh800 Billion Investment Plan to Eliminate Persistent Power Outages
ZANZIBAR, March 7, 2026 — The government of Zanzibar has announced an ambitious Sh800 billion investment plan aimed at ending persistent electricity outages and improving […]
President Museveni Highlights Education and Skills Development for Girls at Uganda’s International Women’s Day Celebrations
KAMPALA, March 8, 2026 — Ugandan President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni has emphasized that education and skills development for girls remain essential to empowering women and […]