Uganda has set the stage for new representation in the East African Legislative Assembly (EALA) after confirming dates for upcoming by-elections. The move comes amid […]
Category: Regional News
The Hidden Cost of “Affordable” Smartphones in Tanzania
Smartphones, once hailed as accessible tools for communication and opportunity, are increasingly becoming a financial burden for many users. While their upfront prices may appear […]
Tanzania Seeks Smart Solutions to Tackle Dar es Salaam Traffic Jams
Dar es Salaam continues to grapple with severe traffic congestion, prompting calls for innovative and smart solutions to address the growing urban mobility challenges. Josephine […]
DR Congo and Rwanda Agree to De-escalation After US-Brokered Talks
The Democratic Republic of Congo and Rwanda have pledged to take “concrete steps” to ease tensions and implement last year’s peace agreement, following talks in […]
Ruto Launches Naivasha–Kisumu–Malaba SGR Project in Major Infrastructure Push
President William Ruto has officially launched the construction of the Naivasha–Kisumu–Malaba Standard Gauge Railway (SGR) extension at Narok Teachers Training College, marking a significant step […]
Kenya Declares Public Holiday to Mark Eid al-Fitr Celebrations
The Kenya government has officially declared Friday, March 20, 2026, a public holiday in celebration of Eid al-Fitr. In a gazette notice issued on Wednesday, […]
World Bank Bars PwC Firms in East Africa Over Fraud and Collusion
The World Bank has barred PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC) firms in Kenya, Rwanda, and Mauritius from participating in its funded projects for 21 months following findings of […]
Uganda, Ireland Strengthen Education Ties to Boost Skills Training for Youth
KAMPALA – Uganda’s First Lady and Minister of Education and Sports, Janet Museveni, has called for deeper collaboration between Uganda and Ireland, with a focus […]
UK and Rwanda Face Off in £100 Million Legal Dispute Over Scrapped Migrant Deal
United Kingdom and Rwanda have entered a legal battle at an international court, with Kigali seeking more than £100 million it claims London still owes […]
Kenyan Police Conclude Haiti Mission as Final Contingent Returns Home
The final contingent of Kenyan police officers deployed to Haiti under the Multinational Security Support (MSS) mission has returned home, marking the official conclusion of […]