The East African Community (EAC) has launched the new headquarters of the Lake Victoria Basin Commission in Kisumu, a Sh457 million regional investment entirely financed by partner states.A state-of-the-art facility, constructed on the 2.8 acres of land donated by the Kenyan government in 2008, is anticipated to enhance cross-border collaboration,
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Samia Suluhu Admits Election Unrest Damaged Tanzania’s Global Image
Tanzania's President Samia Suluhu Hassan has acknowledged that Tanzania's reputation for stability was tarnished by the unrest that occurred in the East African nation during its disputed elections last month.As she took the oath for her new cabinet, Samia cautioned that the violence might severely hinder the country's progress.The 65-year-old
Samia Suluhu Changes Cabinet, Adds New Ministers
Tanzania's President Samia Suluhu Hassan has unveiled a revamped Cabinet, consisting of 27 ministers and 29 deputy ministers, who will be overseeing 27 different government ministries. Changes were announced at a press conference on November 17, 2025, following a disputed general election and intended to strengthen her government.The Cabinet comprises
“Shame on You”: Bobi Wine To Museveni on His Remarks on Abducted Kenyans
The National Unity Platform party's presidential hopeful and Uganda's opposition figure, Robert Kyagulanyi, known as Bobi Wine, has condemned the President of the country, Yoweri Museveni, for accusations regarding human rights violations in Uganda. On Sunday, November 9, 2025, Bobi Wine responded on his X handle to Museveni's claims that linked
President Suluhu Wins Tanzania Election with 97.66% Landslide Victory
President Samia Suluhu Hassan has officially been recognized as the victor of Tanzania's recently concluded presidential election, achieving a remarkable triumph with an impressive 97.66% of the total votes cast. As reported by the National Electoral Commission, President Samia received 31,913,866 votes, solidifying her authority and reaffirming her popularity throughout