East & Central Africa

Latest news from East and Central Africa, covering politics, security, economies, and regional relations. Reporting from countries including Kenya, Tanzania, Uganda, DRC, and Rwanda.

East & Central Africa

U.S. Sanctions Senior Tanzanian Police Officer, Faustine Mafwele, Over Activist Torture and Abuse Allegations

The United States has publicly sanctioned a senior Tanzanian police, Faustine Jackson Mafwele commander over what Washington described as credible allegations of involvement in serious human rights abuses, in a move likely to intensify scrutiny over Tanzania’s treatment of activists and opposition figures.

SWT News Desk
May 22, 2026

East & Central Africa

Kenya Fuel Price Strike Suspended Following Negotiations With The Government

Kenya’s public transport operators have temporarily suspended their nationwide strike against rising fuel prices after negotiations with the government, ending days of deadly protests that left four people dead and hundreds arrested.

Anna Faraja
May 19, 2026

East & Central Africa

Four Killed in Kenya as Fuel Protests Turn Deadly Violence

At least four people were killed and more than 30 others injured in Kenya after protests against rising fuel prices turned violent in several parts of the country.

Anna Faraja
May 19, 2026

East & Central Africa

Thousands Stranded in Kenya as Transport Workers Protest Fuel Prices

Thousands of commuters across Kenya were stranded on Monday after public transport operators launched a major strike demanding the government reverse recent fuel price increases. Public

Anna Faraja
May 18, 2026

East & Central Africa

Uganda Introduces Harsh 10-Year Jail Penalties for Being “Foreign Agents”

Ugandan President Yoweri Museveni has signed a controversial new law aimed at limiting foreign influence, triggering criticism from opposition groups, legal experts and economic institutions worried about its wider impact.

Anna Faraja
May 18, 2026

East & Central Africa

Dangote Holds Talks With Samia in Dar es Salaam After the $17 Billion Refinery Snub

Tanzanian President Samia Suluhu Hassan on Friday held talks with Nigerian billionaire Aliko Dangote in Dar es Salaam as debate continues over where East Africa’s mega oil refinery project could eventually be built.

SWT News Desk
May 16, 2026

East & Central Africa

Tanzanian MP Warns Modern Lifestyle Could Destroy Hadzabe Culture After Chaaba Appearance in Parliament

Tanzanian MP Thomas Kampala Maganga sparked controversy in Parliament after criticizing the modernization of the Hadzabe tribe, saying their traditional lifestyle is part of Tanzania’s cultural identity and tourism appeal.

Anna Faraja
May 16, 2026

Health & Fitness, East & Central Africa

Uganda Confirms Ebola Outbreak After Traveler From DR Congo Dies

Uganda has confirmed an Ebola outbreak after a man traveling from eastern DR Congo died from the virus as authorities race to contain possible cross-border transmission.

Anna Faraja
May 16, 2026

East & Central Africa, Health & Fitness

Another Ebola Outbreak Confirmed in DR Congo Africa CDC Confirms 65 Deaths in Mongwalu and Rwampara

Africa CDC has confirmed a new Ebola outbreak in eastern DR Congo after hundreds of suspected cases and dozens of deaths were reported in the conflict-hit Ituri province.

Anna Faraja
May 15, 2026

East & Central Africa

Museveni Sworn In for Seventh Term After 40 Years in Power

Yoweri Museveni will begin his seventh term as Uganda’s president today, marking 40 years in power and extending one of Africa’s longest-running political eras.

Anna Faraja
May 12, 2026

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