Human Rights Watch Raises Concerns Over Death of Aimable Karasira
Human Rights Watch is demanding an independent investigation into the death of Rwandan government critic Aimable Karasira, who died shortly before his scheduled release from prison.
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.
Congo Opposition Leader Fayulu Accuses Tshisekedi of Seeking to Stay in Power
Opposition leader Martin Fayulu says President Félix Tshisekedi is preparing to extend his rule in DR Congo through constitutional changes and a possible national referendum.
DR Congo Opposition Reacts After Tshisekedi Presidential Third-Term Remarks
President Félix Tshisekedi has said he could seek a third term in office after 2028 if Congolese voters approve constitutional changes through a referendum, remarks that have already triggered political tension across the Democratic Republic of Congo. Speaking during a…
New Killing Wave: Islamic State-Linked ADF Rebels Kill 36 in Eastern DR Congo
ADF rebels linked to the Ugandan Islamic State group have killed at least 36 civilians in fresh attacks across eastern Democratic Republic of Congo, according to local authorities and security officials. The killings happened in villages located along the border…
South Sudan’s Salva Kiir Fires Finance Minister and Army Chief Ahead of Elections
South Sudan President Salva Kiir has dismissed the country’s finance minister and army chief in the latest leadership shake-up as the country faces economic pressure ahead of elections.
Tanzanian killed in Iran vessel attack in Strait of Hormuz, TASAC says
Tanzania’s shipping regulator TASAC has confirmed the death of a Tanzanian seafarer after a tug boat was hit by an explosive while transiting the Strait of Hormuz.
Uhuru Kenyatta could lose state benefits under new bill
Former Kenya president Uhuru Kenyatta could lose part of his state-funded retirement package if a proposed law targeting politically active ex-leaders is passed
Kenyan ODM-linked group criticizes Ruto’s Tanzania Parliament address
A group linked to Kenya’s opposition has criticised President William Ruto’s planned address to Tanzania’s parliament, warning it could signal support for a disputed political environment
Ruto jokes Tanga refinery announcement “annoyed some” after Samia questions lack of consultation
Kenya’s President William Ruto said his earlier announcement on a proposed Tanga oil refinery “annoyed some,” after Tanzania’s leader Samia Suluhu Hassan said she had not been informed.
Tanzania plans to introduce a long-acting HIV prevention injection in 2027
Tanzania plans to introduce a long-acting HIV prevention injection, Lenacapavir, starting January 2027, in a move officials say could reshape the country’s response to the epidemic. The drug, Lenacapavir, is administered as an injection twice a year, offering an alternative…
