East African Community Stories

Kenya’s exports to EAC partners grow as diaspora sends Sh1 trillion home
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Nov 13, 2025

Beyond regional trade, remittances from Kenyans living abroad have reached a historic Sh1 trillion as of November 2025.

Court confirms public notice in pesticide ban petition, allows farmers to join case
Carolyne Kubwa  |  Nov 13, 2025

The petitioners contend that the continued circulation of these agrochemicals violates key constitutional rights, including the right to life (Article...

Kenya ratifies EAC Customs Union amendment paving way for new bloc members
Rachael Mutabasi  |  Nov 12, 2025

The amendment is part of efforts to accommodate the EAC’s new entrants and ensure all partner states have a voice in trade governance and dispute reso...

Kenyan activists Bob Njagi, Nicholas Oyoo to sue Uganda in regional court over abduction
Rachael Mutabasi  |  Nov 12, 2025

After being held and tortured in Kampala, Bob Njagi and Nicholas Oyoo launch legal action against Uganda to challenge cross-border political repressio...

EAC trade revenues hit Sh4.9 trillion as regional commerce accelerates
Bashir Mbuthia  |  Nov 11, 2025

Partnerships with the Common Market for Eastern and Southern Africa (COMESA) and the Southern African Development Community (SADC) contributed nearly...

From Dar to Lilongwe: How Tanzania’s post-election chaos threatens regional economies
DW News  |  Nov 04, 2025

The aftermath of Tanzania’s disputed polls has spilled across its borders, crippling transport corridors and leaving landlocked nations counting heavy...

East African shipping routes on edge after pirates attempt to hijack tanker in Somalia
Bashir Mbuthia  |  Nov 03, 2025

Crew aboard the Stolt Sagaland repelled four armed attackers off the Somali coast, the first suspected piracy incident in the region since 2024.

Uganda Cubs make historic debut at 2025 FIFA U-17 World Cup in Qatar
Bashir Mbuthia  |  Nov 03, 2025

Uganda makes its maiden appearance at the 2025 FIFA U-17 World Cup in Qatar, facing France, Chile, and Canada as the young Cubs aim to shine on the gl...

Kenya among nine nations leading regional push to strengthen health systems against climate change
Amina Wako  |  Nov 03, 2025

Kenya and eight partner countries are embedding climate resilience into their health systems through a World Bank–funded regional programme aimed at c...

East Africa Law Society demands immediate restoration of internet, lifting of curfew in Tanzania
Lucy Mumbi  |  Nov 03, 2025

The society expressed concern over reports of fatalities, injuries and mass arrests following the October 29 General Election, noting that the actions...

AU, Federal Republic of East Africa call for calm amid post-election unrest in Tanzania
Rachael Mutabasi  |  Nov 01, 2025

On this matter, the federal government emphasised the importance of dialogue and compliance with curfew regulations as essential measures to prevent f...

Families of drowning victims appeal for help weeks after East Africa Ocean Festival tragedy in Mombasa
Farhiya Hussein  |  Oct 26, 2025

Many of them say they have been left to shoulder the financial and emotional burden of burying their loved ones without much help.

East Africa Law Society warns of eroding rule of law as Kenyan activists, Tanzanian diplomat go missing
Rachael Mutabasi  |  Oct 25, 2025

EALS demanded immediate disclosure and accountability, urging Uganda to account for Oyoo and Njagi, Tanzania to provide a transparent account of Polep...

East Africa to simplify cross-border travel and work through IGAD single visa initiative
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Oct 24, 2025

A major resolution from the conference focused on the proposed IGAD Single Visa for non-IGAD citizens, designed to simplify tourism, trade, and invest...

EAC’s future at stake as AU flags uneven progress, weak governance
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Oct 24, 2025

Delays in establishing a Monetary Union and prolonged discussions on political federation illustrate the challenges of achieving consensus among membe...

Kenya beats Tanzania and Uganda in electricity and renewable energy growth
Lucy Mumbi  |  Oct 23, 2025

Kenya maintained the most diversified renewable energy portfolio, successfully integrating geothermal, wind, solar, and hydro resources more effective...

EAC confirms investment-ready Kenya–Uganda Expressway, enhancing Mombasa port access
Rachael Mutabasi  |  Oct 22, 2025

The 256-kilometre Kisumu–Kakira Expressway will upgrade key trade routes, modernise border posts, and enhance connectivity across five EAC countries.

Somalia elects nine representatives to East African Legislative Assembly
Abdirahman Khalif  |  Oct 15, 2025

The nine elected members are Hussein Hassan Mohamed, Ilhaan Ali Gasar, Faysal Abdi Roble, Abdisalaam Hadliye, Abdirahman Bashir Sharif, Fahma Ahmed Nu...

EALA inaugurates regional anti-corruption network to strengthen accountability
Bashir Mbuthia  |  Oct 16, 2025

Rwandan MP Clement Musangabatware was elected as EAPNAC’s first-ever President, while Kenya’s Kurgat Zipporah Jesang Kering was chosen as his deputy.

Somalia finalises EALA candidate list as 18 cleared for historic regional election
Abdirahman Khalif  |  Oct 14, 2025

The vote to elect the representatives will take place on Wednesday, marking a major procedural step in Somalia’s integration into the East African Com...

Mombasa County distances itself from East African Ocean Festival after boat tragedy claimed three lives
Farhiya Hussein  |  Oct 13, 2025

Mombasa Governor Abdulswamad Sheriff Nassir clarified that the county was not involved in organising or sponsoring this year’s event, unlike the previ...

Search continues for victims of Mombasa boat disaster amid calls for accountability
Farhiya Hussein  |  Oct 12, 2025

Nineteen survivors were rescued shortly after the incident, while recovery teams on Sunday retrieved one body as efforts to locate the remaining two v...

Somalia appoints committee to oversee selection of EALA MPs
Abdirahman Khalif  |  Oct 12, 2025

This is the first time Somalia will have members sitting in the regional parliament since it officially joined the bloc.

Activists demand arrests after three drown in Mombasa boat race tragedy
Farhiya Hussein  |  Oct 12, 2025

The victims’ bodies are yet to be recovered, raising concerns over the organisers’ alleged failure to enforce safety measures during the race.

Three missing as boat capsizes during East Africa Ocean Festival in Mombasa
Rachael Mutabasi  |  Oct 10, 2025

The Kenya Red Cross confirmed that 19 passengers were rescued safely, while search and rescue operations continue to locate the three individuals who...

Moi University's Rivatex handed over to global firm in bid to stabilise operations
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Oct 10, 2025

Rivatex, which Moi University acquired in 2007, was reopened to support research, training, and textile production after a decade-long closure caused...

Somalia to introduce Swahili in schools and universities to strengthen East African integration
Abdirahman Khalif  |  Oct 08, 2025

The president’s call marks the first time Somalia has moved to formally incorporate Swahili as a working and instructional language alongside Somali,...

Burundi’s absence forces EAC to push back key ministerial session
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Oct 04, 2025

The delay in holding the meeting prolongs uncertainty over how the Secretariat will address the vacancies and maintain operations. Partner states are...

Kenya, Ethiopia, DRC lead East Africa’s stunning export surge amid global economic uncertainty
Bashir Mbuthia  |  Sep 29, 2025

Data from the United Nations Economic Commission for Africa (ECA) shows Kenya’s tea exports hit a record $1.7 billion (Sh219.6 billion), up from $1.4...

MPs question proposed sale of East African Portland Cement shares to Tanzanian firm
Rachael Mutabasi  |  Sep 26, 2025

The EAPC Board warned that the sale could create concentrated ownership, granting Kalahari Cement, in association with Bamburi Cement, an effective 41...

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