When the African Union heads of State Summit convenes in Ethiopian Capital, Addis Ababa in February…
Category: Regional
East African Community Continues To Push For Adoption Of Kiswahili Language
Kiswahili, a language developed on the coast of East Africa has been used as an official…
Inside Kagame Campaign That Delivered 99 Percent Polls Win
Known for his no nonsense approach to challenges facing his country, President Paul Kagame walks into…
The Kenya-Uganda Multinational Road Project: A boost to Regional Connectivity, Economic Growth and Development.
By Namukose Livia The Kenya-Uganda Multinational Road Project is a significant infrastructure stride towards enhancing regional…
President Museveni’s Vision for Africa: Socio-Economic Transformation
In a recent address at the World Bank’s International Development Association (IDA)-Africa Heads of State summit,…
Can the African Union find solution to DRC internal, external aggressions?
Fresh from a chaotic general election that saw President Felix Tshisekedi win a Constitutional second and…
Uganda says not involved in internal conflict in DR Congo
Uganda has said the country’s army is not involved in the internal conflict in the eastern…
42nd IGAD Assembly addresses regional concerns, urges peaceful solutions
In a pivotal gathering on Thursday, January 18, 2024, the 42nd Extraordinary Assembly of the Intergovernmental…
DR Congo presidential campaigns draws to three-horse battle
When the Congolese population which is largely Catholic goes for this year’s Christmas festivals, celebrations will…
How Somalia will benefit on East African Community high table
Somalia, a war-torn country in the horn of Africa has achieved it is long desire of…
Issues shaping DR Congo presidential election campaigns as opposition battle President Tshisekedi
December 20, 2023 will mark yet another chance for the about 100m Congolese to witness a…
Hope for easy transportation of exports and imports through Kenya by EAC landlocked states as funds for Expressway project secured
Mombasa port in Kenya is the known channel for cargo both for import and export to…
Oil companies reluctant to cease total fuel importing monopoly to UNOC
When Energy and Mineral Development Minister, Ruth Nankabirwa tabled the Petroleum Supply (Amendment) Bill, 2023 early…
A look at top candidates in DR Congo presidential race as Tshisekedi seeks a second term.
About 49 million Congolese nationals are preparing to go the polls on December 20, 2023 to…
Experts point at limited knowledge in aflatoxin prevention and control in food on the market in East Africa
There have been cases where partner States in the East African Community accuse one another of…
23 candidates gang up against President Tshisekedi ahead of DR Congo December elections
On January 24, 2019 when then President elect Felix Tshisekedi took the oath in Kinshasa, Democratic…
Tasks ahead as Uganda joins Kenya and Tanzania to host Afcon 2027
Uganda’s return to the African Cup of Nations (Afcon) 2027 has partially been sealed after the…
Removing Visa restrictions for DRC nationals to widen EAC trade
The entry of the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) into the East African Community (EAC) last…
Museveni offers to mediate in Solia-Somaliland unification efforts as peacekeepers continue to withdraw from Somalia
President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni week received a Special Envoy from the Republic of Somaliland, Dr. Jama…
Uganda, Tanzania forge energy collaboration for mutual development
President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni on August 11, 2023 hosted a delegation from Tanzania at State House…
18 months to elections: Will South Sudan guns go silent for a peaceful process to take shape?
South Sudan, a young nation born out of decades of conflict, has been grappling with the…
How Congolese are preparing for December 20 elections as President Tshisekedi seeks second term
In December 2018, millions of voters in the Democratic Republic of Congo participated in an election…
A look at the East African Community budget for next financial year, what are the priorities
During the month of June, partner states of the East African Community present their national budgets…
EAC Heads of State make give new directives as concerns over ceasefire violations in eastern DRC rise
The Heads of State summit of the East African Community has condemned the reported ceasefire violations…
Kenya President Ruto wants EAC partner states to raise cash for political confederation Constitution
The President of Kenya, Dr William Ruto has suggested that the seven partner states should contribute…
South Sudan, Uganda agree on more food imports as Juba government declares steps to curb inflation
The Government of South Sudan has reached an agreement with its counterparts in Uganda to supply…
Deployment in Somalia is for combat not for the money; Museveni condemns laxity of Ugandan forces
In what appears to be an indictment on the command of the Uganda Peoples Defence Forces,…
President Kiir urges South Sudan holdout groups to join peace process
President Salva Kiir Mayardit has called for concerted efforts towards achieving durable peace and a reconciled…
It is senseless: Museveni, Kiir reiterate call for end to war in Sudan
The Senior Political Advisor of the Sudan Rapid Special Forces Mr. Yousif Izzat last week delivered…
Kenyan President Ruto reechoes efforts to remove trade barriers in East Africa
The President of Kenya, William Ruto says there is no need to waste time in removing…
Who is pursuing illegitimate objectives? Museveni questions Sudan war
On the morning of April 27, 211 Ugandans touched down aboard a Uganda Airlines plane at…
Who is pursuing illegitimate objectives? Museveni questions Sudan war
On the morning of April 27, 211 Ugandans touched down aboard a Uganda Airlines plane at…
Government seeks more time to find beneficiaries of the Shs7b pension for former EAC employees.
About 45 years since the collapse of the first East African Community (EAC), a total of…
We are not in DR Congo to fight, Museveni rubbishes media claims
Uganda’s President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni has clarified that Ugandan armed forces are not in the neighbouring…
How Uganda’s army is restoring hope, has stamped out terrorism in Somalia
Hassan Sheikh Mohamud, the President of the Federal Republic of Somalia is all praises for Uganda…
Salvar Kiir hails Museveni, as Pope calls for forgiveness on South Sudan Pilgrimage of Peace
South Sudan President Salvar Kiir has described his Ugandan counterpart President Yoweri Museveni as “an elder…
South Sudan government starts 2023 with renewed push to end violence
As the year 2023 starts, President Salva Kiir Mayardit on Monday January 9, met with Nicholas…
The year ahead: Is the ADF rebel group hanging to the last string?
On Wednesday December 28, 2022 South Sudan’s President Salva Kiir Mayardit sent off troops belonging to…
EAC partner states urged to finance SMEs in the region
East African Community (EAC) Partner States have been called upon to seek local solutions to the…
How EAC partner states are delaying fulfillment of foreign and security policies
The treaty for the establishment of the East African Community (EAC) warrants that all the partner…
Regional Parliament argues EAC Partner States on security on Lakes Victoria, Tankanyika
The East African Legislative Assembly (EALA) has tasked the Partner States of the East African Community…
How Uganda won over European Union Parliament to cancel resolution blocking pipeline project
The Africa, Caribbean, Pacific —European Union (ACP-EU) Joint Parliamentary Assembly sitting in Maputo City, Mozambique last…
For peace to reign in eastern DRC, East African leaders are set to meet in Nairobi
Tensions continue to be high in the East African region after Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC)…
Coups are a distortion of constitutional order, Uganda reiterates as African leaders meet over security
Uganda has reiterated its position that coup-makers have no right to interfere with Africa’s destiny. Uganda’s…
Uganda will provide more arms to solve security challenges in Somalia
President Yoweri Museveni has assured his counterpart of Somalia, H.E Hassan Sheik Mohamud, that Uganda will…
What is the role of the East African Legislative Assembly as Uganda sends nine representatives?
On Thursday September 29, the country witnessed yet another dramatic event in which the Parliament elected…
Commodities that meet rules of origin should be allowed across markets in East Africa – Museveni
President Yoweri Museveni has said that any commodity that meets the rules of origin criterion should…
How NRM dominated EALA elections as opposition loses more ground
It was a tense atmosphere around Parliament of Uganda as 28 Ugandans pitched their agenda using…
Uganda defends oil pipeline project at UN General Assembly, calls EU resolutions hypocrisy
The Government of Uganda has lashed out at countries attacking it for developing the country’s oil…
Uganda, South Sudan moot end to highway attacks on citizens
Neighbouring countries Uganda and South Sudan have geared up efforts to curb cross-border attacks carried out…
Will 24 more months provide solution to South Sudan’s unending conflicts?
On August 4, 2022, South Sudan’s President Salva Kiir Mayardit informed the nation that his government…
Peace will grow the four sectors of Commercial agriculture, Industry, Services, and ICT, Museveni tells South Sudan army
President Yoweri Museveni has asked the people of South Sudan to strive and attain absolute peace…
Ruto: The hustler that has ended an era of dynastic rule
The 55-year old William Samoei Ruto was declared winner of Kenya’s presidential election, having led the…
Business community have central role in East African peace efforts – Museveni
The business community in the world have a central role to play in peace and unity…
Kenya votes 2022: Where is the love lost between Uhuru, Ruto?
When Kenya’s second president Daniel Arap Moi decided to retire in 2002, he chose Uhuru Kenyatta…
South Sudan’s Kiir vows no more war as country marks 10 years of Independence dotted with recurrent conflicts
Salva Kiir Mayardit, the President of the Republic of South Sudan on Friday received a roadmap…
Rwabwogo rallies DR Congo to embrace trade links with Uganda
Entrepreneur & Senior Presidential advisor on special duties in Uganda, Odrek Rwabogo has hailed trade relations…
When Rwanda-Burundi conflict threatened EAC bloc
In December 2018, there was trouble at the East African Community (EAC) secretariat. The source of…
Why government needs to focus on cattle quality and quantity to expand beef exports
In the past five years, the government has undertaken ambitious projects to develop the marketing and…
What new strengths does the East African regional bloc gain from new members joining?
More than two years after the United Kingdom left the 23-member European Union in January 2020,…
When Africa’s leaders met to mull gang-up against rising conflicts
On February 24th, Heads of State and Government of the signatory countries of the Peace, Security…
Exiled Nyamwasa: Is he behind the fresh tensions between Uganda, Rwanda?
Just when Uganda and Rwanda relations were becoming friendlier, tensions are simmering again and could derail…
Among assures Ugandans of Speaker Oulanyah’s health, Musevevni in Congo Brazaville-rallies African leaders on peace, NUP youth jump ship meet Museveni in Entebbe, Rwabogo leads export initiative, UPDF distances self from torture
The Deputy Speaker of Uganda’s Parliament Anite Among at the weekend assured Ugandans that her boss,…
How can Africa achieve inclusive investment opportunities for its youth?
With half of the continent’s population under the age of 25, Africa no doubt holds the…
Uganda’s beef has earned an honored place on tables across the world, what’s so special?
Last month, the President of the Senate of the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) H.E. Modeste…
Are conflicts in Africa an indicator of an ailing continent?
Uganda’s President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni earlier this month met a delegation of Ambassadors representing the Permanent…
Reconciliation, roads and raids; DR Congo’s new multi-thronged approach to reign in on 60 years of instability
The ascension to power of Felix Tshisekedi as President of the Democratic Republic of Congo, has…
South Sudan government officials flouting Covid-19 travel rules, Uganda, DRC sign new agreement to pursue rebels further, Tigray rebels retake key Ethiopian town, striking Ugandan medics gain international attention
Uganda and the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) last week signed a final agreement on the…
Uganda troops enter DR Congo to flush out ADF insurgents, Uganda-DRC road project takes off, Ethiopia fights back Tigray rebels, UK travel ban labelled wicked
The news in the past week was dominated by activity in the Democratic Republic of Congo.…
Why East African countries are making a case for a bigger force in Somalia
In March 2007, Uganda, Burundi, Djibouti, Kenya and Ethiopia sent soldiers into Somalia to form the…
How Africa’s ‘strongmen’ have helped return peace to Sudan after 17 years
On March 28, 2021, the Government of Sudan signed an agreement with the Sudan’s People Liberation…
The underlying milestones as Uganda, South Sudan waive entry visa requirements
BY PETER MWAYI October 1, 2021 marked a key milestone for trade partners South Sudan and…
A few concessions is all it took for Kenya, Uganda to bury looming trade hatchet
Since the 1970s and long into the early 1990s, Uganda was heavily dependent on its eastern…