Tag: East African Community (EAC)

Why Uganda Martyrs Day Is Important

Every year on June 3, millions of Christians in Uganda and across the world gather to commemorate Uganda Martyrs Day, one of the most important religious events on the African continent. The annual celebration attracts pilgrims...

Government Plans New Border Posts with Kenya and Rwanda to Boost Regional Trade

National News

The government is planning to establish new border entry points along Uganda's frontiers with Kenya and Rwanda as part of efforts to improve cross-border trade, facilitate movement and strengthen regional integration. The announcement was made by the...

International

EALA blocks Uganda’s MP replacement plan over timing dispute

A directive from the East African Legislative Assembly (EALA) has halted Uganda’s move to replace two of its representatives,...

International

East African Leaders Gather in Arusha for 25th EAC...

Leaders from across East Africa are gathering in Arusha, Tanzania for the 25th Ordinary Summit of Heads of State...

Regional

Regional: EAC Disputes President Suluhu’s Stand on Unilateral Trade...

The East African Community (EAC) has put its concerns forward over Tanzania’s recent decision to ban foreigners from several...

Regional

Ugandan and Kenyan Activists Demand UGX 3.8 Billion Over...

Human rights Activists Agather Atuhaire from Uganda and Boniface Mwangi from Kenya have taken legal action after they were...

Health

Dr Frances Namatovu Steps into Executive Director Role at...

Quality Chemical Industries Limited (QCIL) has announced the appointment of Dr Frances Philomena Namatovu as its new executive director,...

Politics

East Africa Still Far From Electing One Regional President—Mbidde

The East African Community is made up of eight countries; currently among them are Uganda, Kenya, Tanzania, Rwanda, Burundi, the DRC, South Sudan, and recently added Somalia.

Regional