East African Community (EAC) Archives

UN Rights Chief Lauds Indonesia for Passing Landmark Law to Protect Domestic Workers

Türk praised Indonesia’s Parliament for passing the Domestic Workers Protection Law, calling it a “historic breakthrough” for the nation’s estimated 4.2 million domestic workers, most of them being women.

Mao Reiterates Speaker Candidature, Launches Legal Defence Fund

National News

Mao framed his bid for Speaker as part of a broader mission to reform Parliament, which he said needs urgent fixing, particularly in tackling corruption and restoring public trust in the legislature.

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