Bobi Wine Says He Has Left Uganda After Weeks in Hiding
In a video message shared online, Wine said he had left Uganda to handle what he described as critical engagements abroad and promised to return.
Author: Joy Cheptoo
Kenya, Russia Agree to Stop Recruitment of Kenyans Into Military Operations
The issue came to the spotlight after reports that some Kenyans were recruited into Russia’s war in Ukraine, with some allegedly lured by promises of civilian jobs.
“We Are Not Going to Compromise Independence,” Rostam Aziz Says on Nation Media Deal
According to him, the future of the media group lies in expanding its reach, especially among younger audiences and emerging businesses.
Tanzanian Businessman Rostam Aziz Set to Become Top Shareholder in Nation Media Group
In a notice to shareholders, AKFED said it intends to transfer its stake in Nation Media Group through a reorganization involving NPRT Holdings Africa Limited, a company that is expected to be acquired by Taifa Ltd, a firm owned by Aziz.
Tanzania agrees to receive Commonwealth envoy amid governance concerns
According to the statement, the envoy’s visit will help provide a clearer assessment of the situation and address issues that have been raised by the Commonwealth.
African Court Set to Deliver Long-Awaited Judgment on Tanzania’s 2020 Elections
The ruling is expected to clarify whether the actions taken during Tanzania’s 2020 elections met the standards required under African human rights and electoral laws.
Open Society Condemns Deportation of Its MD, Zimbabwean Lawyer Brian Kagoro, from Kenya
Kenya has historically been seen as a safe space for exiled activists and regional human rights defenders. However, recent events have raised questions about whether that space is shrinking.
Kenya yaepuka sitisho la viza za uhamiaji Marekani, Tanzania na Uganda zatajwa
Maafisa wa Marekani wanasema hatua hiyo inalenga kufanya upya ukaguzi wa taratibu za kuchuja na kuchunguza waombaji, wakisisitiza kuwa wahamiaji wapya wanapaswa kuwa na uwezo wa kujitegemea kifedha na kutoegemea msaada wa serikali
Tanzania, Uganda hit as U.S. pauses immigrant visa processing for 75 countries, Kenya spared
The State Department says the review is meant to ensure immigrants are financially stable and do not become a burden on taxpayers.
What next for Tundu Lissu’s treason case?
Lissu has now spent over 260 days in custody, according to the timeline in court records cited in the proceedings.
