The Battle for Uganda’s Soul: When Parliament Becomes a Theater
Uganda's Parliament building stands tall in Kampala, but its power remains questionable. The recent coffee bill drama shows how this...
November 8, 2024Section
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Somaliland’s Crucial 2024 Elections: Clan Politics Meets Party System
Somaliland prepares for a pivotal moment in its history as the November 13, 2024, elections approach. The self-declared state will...
November 6, 2024
Mozambique: Government Threatens to Deploy Military Against Protesters
Mozambique faces a critical moment as post-election protests escalate into violence. The ruling Frelimo party's victory in the October 9
November 6, 2024
Ethiopia’s Banking Revolution: A Step Towards Economic Freedom
Ethiopia has taken a bold step towards economic liberalization by approving a draft bill to open its banking sector to...
November 5, 2024
Kenya Revives Contested Tax Hikes Amid Economic Pressures
Kenya's government has announced plans to reintroduce unpopular tax increases. These measures were previously shelved due to deadly protests.
November 1, 2024
Gates Foundation’s Diplomatic Shield in Kenya: A Troubling Precedent
(Opinion) The Kenyan government's recent decision to grant diplomatic immunity to the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation has sparked significant
November 1, 2024
Ethiopian Airlines Clinches Top Honors at 2025 APEX Passenger Choice Awards
Ethiopian Airlines has secured its position as Africa's premier carrier by winning the 'Best Overall in Africa' award at the...
October 31, 2024
Manufacturing Leads as Kenya’s FDI Projects Drop 43%
Kenya's foreign direct investment (FDI) faced a significant downturn in 2023. Excluding investments from East African Community members, FDI dropped...
October 29, 2024
Ethiopia-Kenya Green Power Highway: Uniting East Africa’s Energy
The Ethiopia-Kenya electric highway, launched in 2023, is reshaping East Africa's energy landscape. This 1,045-kilometer power line links Wolayta-Sodo in...
October 28, 2024