January 05
Kenya: Govt Concerned Over Continued Blockade of Ugandan Milk Products By Kenya
Kenya has on several occasioned blocked Uganda's milk products from accessing their market. Read more »
January 02
Uganda: Presidents Museveni, Ruto Commit to Preserving Luo Heritage
Speaking at the festival, the two leaders highlighted the importance of preserving cultural heritage and fostering unity in the region. Read more »
December 11, 2024
Uganda: Over 300 Ugandan Lawyers At Risk of Losing Jobs in Kenya
This move comes in response to the Uganda Law Council's controversial decision to deny Kenyan lawyer Martha Karua a certificate to practice in Uganda, sparking fears of a… Read more »
December 09, 2024
Uganda: Karua Responds to Uganda Law Council's Decision On Practicing Certificate Application
Ms Karua countered the council's claims that her application was incomplete, specifically the absence of notarized copies of documents and a missing certificate from her colleague,… Read more »
December 10, 2024
Uganda: Law Society of Kenya Mulls Ban On Ugandan Lawyers Over Rejection of Karua's Application
The LSK has announced plans to engage Kenya's Attorney General to address the matter and is mulling the suspension of Ugandan lawyers' admission to the Kenyan bar until reciprocal… Read more »
December 02, 2024
Uganda: Besigye Defence Team Pushes JSC On Martha Karua Certification
Ms Karua, who offered herself to lead the defense of Opposition stalwart Kizza Besigye, met with the Council earlier today alongside a delegation led by Kampala Lord Mayor Erias… Read more »
November 25, 2024
Uganda: Lukwago, Martha Karua to Take Legal Action Against Kenya and Uganda Over Besigye
Mr Lukwago confirmed that the Kenyan government would be dragged to court for its alleged acquiescence in the enforced disappearance of Besigye Read more »
Uganda: Raila Odinga Rallies Support for African Union Chairperson Bid During West African Tour
Kenyan statesman and veteran politician Raila Odinga has intensified his campaign to become the next Chairperson of the African Union Commission (AUC) through a series of… Read more »
November 24, 2024
Uganda/Tanzania: Janet Museveni Calls for Unity As Uganda, Kenya, Tanzania Gear Up to Host 2027 Afcon
The Minister of Education and Sports, Janet Kataaha Museveni, has called for unity and transparency as Uganda, Kenya, and Tanzania prepare to co-host the Africa Cup of Nations… Read more »
November 21, 2024
Kenya: Kenya's Commitment to Human Rights Under Scrutiny After Besigye's Abduction
In a shocking development that has reverberated across East Africa, Uganda's prominent opposition figure, Dr. Kizza Besigye, was abducted in Kenya earlier this week and later… Read more »
Kenya: Kenya No Longer a Safe Haven for Political Refugees Amid Rising Abductions
Kenya's reputation as a sanctuary for political refugees is increasingly under scrutiny following the recent abduction of prominent Ugandan opposition figure, Dr. Kizza Besigye,… Read more »
November 20, 2024
Kenya: Byanyima Demands Govt Release Husband Besigye Following 'Abduction in Kenya'
The alleged abduction in Kenya comes on the back of a similar experience suffered by 36 members of Dr Kizza Besigye political house in Kisumu four months ago. Read more »
November 14, 2024
Africa: Equity Group and Deg Launch German Desk to Boost Trade and Investment in East Africa
Equity Group Holdings Plc and DEG - Deutsche Investitions- und Entwicklungsgesellschaft mbH, the German Development Finance Institution, have announced the launch of the German… Read more »
November 11, 2024
Kenya: No-One Has Ever Tried to Bribe Me, Says Kenya CJ Koome
Kenya's first female chief justice has recently been accused of failing to properly investigate and tackle allegations of bribery and corruption within the judiciary. Read more »
October 30, 2024
Kenya: Ugandans Give Kenya Ports Authority Nod of Approval
Uganda, which is KPA's largest transit customer, remains integral to the port's operations, with a substantial share of cargo directed towards the country. Read more »
October 17, 2024
Kenya: Kenya Deputy President in Hospital Ahead of Impeachment Vote - Lawyer
BBC | Kenyan Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has failed to appear in Senate to testify at his impeachment trial, with his lawyer saying that he has been taken ill. Read more »
October 15, 2024
Kenya: Uganda, Kenya Strengthen Ties On Petroleum Importation
This meeting follows the successful start of direct petroleum products imports by Uganda National Oil Company (UNOC) through Kenya's ports in Mombasa. Read more »
October 08, 2024
Uganda: Democratic Party Demands Museveni Remove Defence Force Chief
The Democratic Party (DP) has called on President Museveni to remove General Muhoozi Kainerugaba from his role as Chief of Defence Forces (CDF) in the Uganda People's Defence… Read more »
October 03, 2024
Kenya: Ruto Gears Up for Mashujaa Day With Focus On Housing Agenda
President William Ruto has reaffirmed the importance of housing in the Kenya Kwanza government's agenda, emphasising its potential to create jobs, eliminate slums, and safeguard… Read more »
September 30, 2024
Kenya: Uganda-Kenya Bilateral Talks Focus On Safe and Legal Cross-Border Mobility
Officials from both countries discussed the need for a collaborative effort to enhance peaceful coexistence along their borders. Read more »
September 16, 2024
Kenya/Uganda: Kenya Confirms Readiness to Co-Host Afcon 2027
Kenya, Uganda and Tanzania won a joint bid under the Pamoja banner to host the biannual tournament Read more »
September 09, 2024
Kenya: Ruto Reaffirms Commitment to Affordable Housing During Kibera Project Inspection
President William Ruto has reiterated his administration's resolve to eliminate slums and provide decent housing for all citizens through the Affordable Housing Programme. Read more »
September 05, 2024
Kenya: Is Kenya Becoming Unsafe for Ugandan Athletes
The tragic death of Ugandan marathoner Rebecca Cheptegei has raised serious concerns about the safety of Ugandan athletes training in Kenya, particularly in Eldoret, a renowned hub… Read more »
August 27, 2024
Africa: Museveni Snaps At Babu Owino As Kenya Touts Odinga for AU Top Job
This endorsement, made during a high-profile event in Nairobi, underscores Kenya's commitment to pan-African unity and bolsters Odinga's prominent candidacy on the continental… Read more »
Africa: Museveni in Kenya for Odinga AU Commission Bid Launch
In 2007, Kenya's Amina Mohamed lost to Chad's Foreign Affairs minister, Moussa Faki Mahamat for the AU top job after securing only South Sudan's vote from the region Read more »