East African countries 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.

Lifestyle

Minister Adoa Roots for Unity among Ateker People

The Ateker people, who reside across several East African countries, including Uganda, Kenya, Tanzania, the Democratic Republic of Congo, and Sudan, have long shared linguistic and cultural ties.

Health

Health Minister Warns of Rapid Mpox Spread in Uganda

Uganda on Wednesday, October 23, 2024, confirmed its first mpox death as the increasing number of laboratory-confirmed infections hit 164 in the country.

Education

Swahili is Key for Creating Job Opportunities for Ugandans-Museveni

Swahili is being taught in many East African countries and outside East Africa. Swahili is also taught in Ghana, Nigeria, Malawi, Namibia, Mozambique, and South Africa. Swahili is being taught at Witwatersrand University, the University of KwaZulu-Natal, and Pretoria University.

Politics