The protests in Kenya have also had economic implications for Uganda, as trade between the two countries has been affected.

The protests, which started as a peaceful demonstration last week and have recently escalated into violent protests with protestors burning properties and blocking off roads, have made many truck drivers fear for their lives and merchandise as they were seen parking at the border.

Four young Kenyan activists have been purportedly abducted by Kenyan security agencies, including Gabriel Oguda, Drey Mwangi, Shad Khalif, and Osama Otero, among others.

"Through collaboration and support from the EAC, we can address the 21st-century security challenges that have proven to be exceptionally complex."

Kenyan President William Ruto has allowed citizens to stage street demonstrations, saying it’s a constitutional right. While meeting the leaders of the Amani National Congress...

The EAC is aimed at widening and deepening cooperation among the partner states in, among others, political, economic, and social fields for their mutual benefit.

"The clinic will take part in a three-day pre-FTX orientation clinic that focuses on building cohesion and standardizing approaches among the EAC Armed Forces"