June 09
Kenya: Kam Warns VAT Changes Could Raise Prices of e-Motorcycles, Phones
Capital FM
The Kenya Association of Manufacturers (KAM) has warned that proposed tax changes in the Finance Bill 2026 could increase the cost of electric motorcycles, mobile phones and other… Read more »
Kenya: Kenya, Norway Explore New Shipping Routes Linking Mombasa, Lamu and Europe
Capital FM
President William Ruto has announced that Kenya and Norway are exploring new shipping routes aimed at boosting trade, strengthening supply chain resilience and improving maritime… Read more »
Kenya: Karua Questions Legality of Court Ruling On Gachagua Impeachment
Capital FM
People's Liberation Party leader Martha Karua has criticised the court ruling on the impeachment of former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua, describing the judgment as "flawed and… Read more »
Tanzania: Z'bar Projects 8.05tri/ - Revenue in 2026/27 Budget
Daily News
MINISTER for Finance and Planning, Dr Juma Akili, has unveiled an ambitious budget framework projecting government revenue of 8.05tri/- for the 2026/27 financial year, representing… Read more »
Tanzania: MPs Press Govt to Scale Up Tarura Funding
Daily News
MEMBERS of Parliament have called on the government to increase funding for the Tanzania Rural and Urban Roads Agency (TARURA) in their constituencies, citing deteriorating road… Read more »
Rwanda: French Diplomat Approved As EU Envoy to Rwanda
New Times
A Cabinet meeting chaired by President Paul Kagame on Monday, June 8, approved the appointment of a new ambassador of the European Union to Rwanda, alongside envoys of Austria and… Read more »
Sudan: Sudan's Ambassador to Japan Receives CEO of Taiki Sangyo Company
SNA
The Ambassador of Sudan to Japan, Al-Rayah Haidoub, received the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Taiki Sangyo Company, Mr. Soshiro Yasuhara, at the embassy premises on Monday,… Read more »
Uganda: New Cabinet Members Sworn-in, Set for Orientation At Kyankwanzi
Nile Post
President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni has presided over the swearing-in ceremony of Uganda's newly appointed Cabinet ministers and Ministers of State, marking the beginning of a new… Read more »
Kenya: Petition Filed to Block Airstrip and State Lodge Projects in Imenti Forest
Capital FM
A petition has been filed before the Environment and Land Court seeking to halt any proposed developments within Imenti Forest over fears that parts of the protected ecosystem… Read more »
Ethiopia: Made in Ethiopia Movement Playing Essential Role in Meeting Domestic Demand, Generating Foreign Exchange
ENA
Addis Ababa, June 8, 2026 -- The Ethiopia Tamirt (Made in Ethiopia) Movement has been pivotal to producing high-quality products that meet domestic demand and generate foreign… Read more »
Uganda: Uganda to Mark 37th Heroes' Day With Scaled-Down State House Ceremony
Independent (Kampala)
Uganda will today, June 9, commemorate the 37th National Heroes' Day anniversary with an unusually low-key ceremony at State House Entebbe as the government moves to reduce… Read more »
Uganda: Besigye Sues Muhoozi for Threatening to Hang Him On Heroes Day
Independent (Kampala)
Jailed opposition politician Dr. Kizza Besigye and his co-accused Hajji Obeid Lutale have filed a fresh application before the High Court Criminal Division seeking the termination… Read more »
Sudan: Customs Director Announces Upgrades and New X-Ray Screening Systems At Suakin Port
SNA
PORT SUDAN, June 8, 2026 (SUNA) -- The Director General of the Customs Forces, Lieutenant General of Police Salah Ahmed Ibrahim, conducted an inspection visit on Monday to the… Read more »
Sudan: Sudan Signs $41m Agreement With AfDB and Unicef to Launch Major Water Infrastructure Projects in Red Sea State
SNA
PORT SUDAN, June 8, 2026 (SUNA) -- The Ministry of Finance and the Government of Red Sea State on Monday signed an agreement with the African Development Bank (AfDB) and the United… Read more »
Sudan: Finance Minister Chairs Meeting With International Financing Institutions
SNA
PORT SUDAN, June 8, 2026 (SUNA) -- Minister of Finance Dr. Gebreil Ibrahim on Monday chaired a high-level meeting in Port Sudan with a number of international and regional… Read more »
Sudan: Return of Universities to Original Campuses Signals Sudan's Recovery - Higher Education Minister
SNA
KHARTOUM, June 8, 2026 (SUNA) -- The Minister of Higher Education and Scientific Research, Professor Ahmed Modawi Musa, praised the administration of Al-Razi University for… Read more »
Kenya: Laikipia County Opposes Proposed Ebola Quarantine Facility in Nanyuki
Capital FM
The Laikipia County Government has formally opposed plans to establish an Ebola quarantine and isolation facility within the county, citing concerns over public health safety,… Read more »
Ethiopia: Foreign Ministry Concludes Diplomatic Training Program for South Sudanese Officials [opinion]
Reporter
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs has completed a five-day diplomatic training program for South Sudanese diplomats, an initiative officials said was aimed at strengthening… Read more »
Kenya: Farmers Demand Better Markets, Affordable Credit At Nairobi Summit
Capital FM
Farmers and policymakers attending the World Farmers' Organisation meeting in Nairobi have called for urgent reforms to improve access to markets, affordable financing and… Read more »
Kenya: Senate, National Assembly Near Deal On Counties' Revenue Sharing
Capital FM
At the heart of the negotiations is Clause 5, a provision designed to shield devolved units from sudden spending cuts when national revenues fall short of projections. Read more »
Kenya: President Ruto Arrives in Oslo for Talks On Trade, Climate and Investment
Capital FM
President William Ruto has arrived in Oslo, Norway, for an official visit aimed at strengthening the longstanding bilateral relations between Kenya and the Kingdom of Norway. Read more »
Rwanda: Govt, Importers Expand Fuel Reserves As Global Prices Surge
New Times
The government and fuel importers are planning major investments in fuel storage facilities as the country seeks to increase its strategic petroleum reserves, amid rising global… Read more »
Rwanda: Cabinet Approves Rwf7,800bn Budget for Next Fiscal Year
New Times
The Cabinet has approved the draft State Finance Law for the 2026/2027 fiscal year, setting the national budget at Rwf7,796.3 billion, representing a 12 per cent increase compared… Read more »
Kenya: Two Killed in Suspected Somalia Militia Attack in Mandera
Capital FM
Two people have been killed and another seriously injured following a suspected cross-border militia attack in Mandera County near the Kenya-Somalia border. Read more »
Kenya: Kilifi Residents Oppose New Taxes During Finance Bill Hearings
Capital FM
Residents of Kilifi County have opposed several tax proposals contained in the Finance Bill 2026, citing concerns over the potential increase in the cost of living and financial… Read more »
