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For a clearer and in-depth understanding of the political and economic issues in the East African region. The EastAfrican offers analysis on politics, economics, business and science from East Africa.
Kenya’s abductions and kidnappings up 44pc, security report says
3 days ago · Kenya witnessed a 44 percent increase in kidnappings and abductions between September 2023 and August 2024, according to a State of National Security report tabled in Parliament. The report, which was presented to Parliament by President William Ruto during his State of the Nation Address last year ...
East Africa - The EastAfrican
The tournament’s draw will be held on Wednesday even as co-host Kenya works to get things right. According to the report, Central region, which had four cases of kidnapping in 2023, saw the number double in 2024, while Nairobi had five cases of …
It’s the season of political groups, realignments begins in earnest
2 days ago · Kenya’s long season of major political realignments starts in earnest this month, with a faction of the United Democratic Alliance (UDA) loyal to former Deputy President (DP) Rigathi Gachagua, expected to unveil a new party ahead of the …
Museveni: Moving freely, trading with each other will end poverty
Jan 4, 2025 · Ugandan President Yoweri Museveni is advocating an effective and operational larger East African Common Market to create wealth for its citizens and promote regional integration. President Museveni emphasised the need for East Africa Community (EAC) citizens to move freely and trade in goods and ...
North Africa - The EastAfrican
FAO presented findings to the UN Security Council that paint a bleak picture of the unfolding catastrophe. Enthusiasts of Sudan’s democracy project say the sanctions could push the RSF leader into a corner to accept dialogue. The return to meetings was a sign that Khartoum was willing to allow its ...
Kenya races to host Chan draw in Nairobi as deadline to ready ...
3 days ago · “We are excited about the upcoming TotalEnergies Caf African Nations Championship – Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania 2024… The Chan is an important competition for the development and growth of Africa-based football players and talented young players and will contribute significantly to the global competitiveness of African football and Caf competitions,” Caf President Patrice Motsepe said in a ...
Southern Africa - The EastAfrican
Mozambican opposition leading figure, who fled the country following October 9 disputed presidential polls, returned to Maputo Thursday and proclaimed himself as the country’s head of state. Protests have continued, sporadically, for more than two months, and Mondlane's return could add fuel to ...
Kenya torn between pleasing refugees, local communities
Jul 7, 2024 · The governor was on June 20 (the World Refugee Day), part of a key stakeholders’ appraisal forum in Nairobi to formally adopt the plan as part of World Refugees Day commemoration that was also attended UNHCR Country Representative Caroline Van Buren, UN-Resident Coordinator Dr Stephen Jackson, Principal Secretary for State Department of Foreign Affairs Dr Korir Sing’oei and his Immigration ...