Latest news from East and Central Africa, covering politics, security, economies, and regional relations. Reporting from countries including Kenya, Tanzania, Uganda, DRC, and Rwanda.
A new 2025 report by Freedom House has, for the first time, listed Tanzania and Kenya among countries accused of targeting their citizens beyond national borders. The report details a growing pattern where governments are alleged to track, detain, or…
Tanzania’s military has announced a new recruitment exercise targeting young citizens, outlining eligibility requirements, application procedures, and deadlines. The announcement was issued by Kevin Baraka Byabato, a Lieutenant Colonel and Head of Information and Public Relations at the Tanzania’s Ministry…
Zanzibar police have detained the fiancé of US influencer Ashlee Jenae as new leads emerge in the investigation into her death after she was found hanging in a hotel room.
A Scottish businessman was kidnapped, tortured and killed in Kenya before his body was dumped in a sack, as police arrest four suspects linked to a wider criminal gang.
A fresh diplomatic storm is building around Muhoozi Kainerugaba after a string of controversial social media posts linking Middle East tensions to new demands directed at Turkey.
Uganda’s army chief Muhoozi Kainerugaba has stirred international debate after posting two provocative messages on X, including offers to deploy troops to Israel and attack Tehran.
Tanzania’s urban population has surged sharply over decades and is projected to reach 59% by 2050, raising concerns over housing, planning, and access to basic services. Tanzania’s minister of Lands, Housing and Human Settlements Development, Dr. Leonard Akwilapo says the…
An Australian businessman says he lost Sh78 million in a Nairobi gold deal after being promised 600kg of gold, only for the shipment to never materialize.
Tanzanian artist Matonya has been charged with sexual assault in Kenya, appearing in court in Mombasa where he denied the allegations and was granted bail.
John Heche, Deputy Chairman of CHADEMA Mainland, has urged Tanzanians both at home and abroad, especially young people, to launch a coordinated campaign pushing for the release of party chairman Tundu Lissu. Speaking during an online discussion on April 9,…
