East Africa
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Kenya‑Uganda: New Naivasha–Malaba railway section launched
On March 21, 2026, Kenyan President William Ruto and Ugandan President Yoweri Museveni inaugurated the new railway section from Naivasha to Malaba, at the Kenya‑Uganda border. The line…
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East Africa : AfDB launches $1.56M initiative to boost regional trade
The African Development Bank (AfDB), in partnership with the East African Community (EAC) Secretariat and UNCTAD, launched a $1.56 million…
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The month of record
United Arab Emirates : East Africa, a strategic priority
On January 14, 2025, Kenya and the United Arab Emirates signed a Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA), marking a turning…
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Kenya : tourism revenue expected to rise 24% in 2025
Kenya projects KES 560B ($4.33B) in tourism revenue for 2025, a 24% increase from 2024. The country targets 3M visitors,…
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East Africa : William Ruto takes over the EAC presidency
Kenyan President William Ruto has officially assumed the chairmanship of the East African Community (EAC), succeeding Salva Kiir. Ruto faces…
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Regional Integration : AfDB has invested $55 billion over the past decade
Over the past decade, the African Development Bank (AfDB) has invested $55 billion to enhance regional connectivity in Africa. Key…
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AfDB invests $55 billion for a more connected Africa
The African Development Bank Group has dedicated $55 billion over the past decade to enhance connectivity in Africa. Joy Kategekwa,…
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East Africa : Rwanda, Uganda in 400MW Energy Deal
Power trading between Rwanda and Uganda could start soon, has revealed Rwanda Energy Development Corporation Limited (EDCL), a subsidiary of…
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Health: Proparco provides a €2.3 million grant to Aga Khan Hospitals in East Africa
A €2.3 million grant to Aga Khan hospitals in East Africa will improve access to healthcare services by increasing the…
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East Africa: Sea cargo increase in volumes despite Covid-19
There was an increase in the cargo volumes handled by the ports of Mombasa, Kenya and Dar es Salaam, Tanzania…
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