The East African
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.
Apr 21, 2026 at 05:00AM
Uganda’s low-cost electricity for industry contrasts sharply with high domestic tariffs...
Apr 21, 2026 at 03:00AM
Fresh violence following renewed talks underscores the fragile, contradictory nature of the...
Apr 20, 2026 at 03:45PM
Most maternal deaths are avoidable, but weak systems, supply gaps and poor coordination...
Apr 20, 2026 at 03:15PM
The regional lender warns of legal and financial disruption after a court voids key provisions...
Apr 20, 2026 at 02:15PM
Beijing’s growing security role in Mogadishu reflects a wider contest for influence across the...
Apr 20, 2026 at 02:00PM
Museveni’s ‘moon versus insects’ rhetoric exposes how Africa’s scientific potential is being...
Apr 20, 2026 at 12:00PM
Africa should reclaim self‑reliance by learning to make what it needs, from technology to...
Apr 20, 2026 at 11:00AM
Kenyan professionals are increasingly shaping South Africa’s workforce, exposing both the...
Apr 20, 2026 at 10:00AM
Three years on, Sudan’s war persists not for lack of attention, but for lack of enforcement...
Apr 20, 2026 at 10:00AM
Kenya’s 2010 Constitution promises people power, but patronage politics and tribal kingpins are...
Apr 20, 2026 at 08:00AM
After the turmoil of October 29, Tanzania is cautiously searching for healing through inquiry...
Apr 20, 2026 at 06:00AM
Rising Middle East tensions push up global oil prices, driving fuel and living costs higher in...
Apr 19, 2026 at 12:00PM
A fierce power struggle is unfolding in Uganda’s Parliament as rival camps battle for the...
Apr 19, 2026 at 09:00AM
The bank is accelerating pan‑African expansion through acquisitions and a revamped operating...
Apr 19, 2026 at 08:00AM
Sudan’s war enters a fourth year as a worsening humanitarian crisis meets stalled, fragmented...
Apr 19, 2026 at 07:00AM
Observers feel that neither a ceasefire, nor a power-sharing arrangement between the warring...
Apr 19, 2026 at 05:00AM
From the Kellogg‑Briand Pact to today’s Middle East war, the erosion of international law is...
Apr 18, 2026 at 05:15PM
Disputes over the end of Somalia’s parliamentary and presidential terms have plunged the...
Apr 18, 2026 at 04:15PM
As Hargeisa celebrated the appointment, Mogadishu condemned it as a breach of its sovereignty...
Apr 18, 2026 at 03:45PM
The visit offers hope to millions of Africans grappling with political persecution, corruption...
Apr 18, 2026 at 02:15PM
East African governments face pressure to cut fuel taxes as the Middle East war pushes up oil...
Apr 18, 2026 at 01:00PM
With over 30 percent of global seaborne urea exports routed through the region, shortages have...
Apr 18, 2026 at 11:30AM
Uganda’s drive for a digital economy is at risk as taxes on mobile money and smartphones slow...
Apr 18, 2026 at 11:00AM
Comesa approves a green hydrogen roadmap to tackle power shortages and boost regional energy...
Apr 18, 2026 at 08:30AM
Rwanda secures a $251m million, 15‑year loan to fund infrastructure and ease debt refinancing...
Apr 18, 2026 at 08:00AM
The film is a romantic drama about love, friendship, and emotional baggage, marked by strong...
Apr 18, 2026 at 06:30AM
From fleeing Burundi’s war to becoming a Kenyan music star, Kidum Kibido reflects on survival...
Apr 17, 2026 at 05:00PM
AU envoy Jakaya Kikwete faces resistance from Salva Kiir in efforts to free Riek Machar ahead...
Apr 17, 2026 at 03:30PM
According to the lobby, Njuguna died under unclear circumstances.
Apr 17, 2026 at 02:55PM
Araqchi said in a post on X the Strait was open for all commercial vessels for the remainder of...
Apr 17, 2026 at 01:30PM
The government is relying on community health workers to educate locals and carry out...
Apr 17, 2026 at 12:30PM
Dangote has begun supplying petroleum products to Tanzania, Ghana and other African countries
Apr 17, 2026 at 11:30AM
A study shows Africa’s internet freedom is declining, with Kenya mid-ranked but East African...
Apr 17, 2026 at 10:15AM
The reserve, covering cobalt and other critical minerals, will enable the country to stockpile...
Apr 17, 2026 at 03:00AM
Higher fuel prices and supply disruptions are pushing up transport costs across the Northern...
Apr 16, 2026 at 06:37PM
Among those affected are Brigid Kosgei and Ronald Kwemoi.
Apr 16, 2026 at 04:00PM
Rising numbers of missing persons are leaving Sudanese families in prolonged uncertainty...
Apr 16, 2026 at 02:45PM
As the conflict drags on, expanding foreign involvement and mass displacement are raising the...
Apr 16, 2026 at 02:30PM
Gabby Bugaga, a former journalist, was appointed minister in August of last year.
Apr 16, 2026 at 01:00PM
Three years into Sudan’s war, collapsing services, mass displacement and deepening hunger...