East African Community

East African Community economic integration efforts

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Latest: East African Community advances monetary union and UN partnerships

The East African Community (EAC) is intensifying efforts to establish the East African Monetary Union (EAMU), with the goal of implementing a single regional currency by 2031. Initial efforts focused on accelerating eco

Africa Food Systems Forum 2026 in Kigali

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Latest: Africa Food Systems Forum addresses food sovereignty in Kigali

The 2026 Africa Food Systems Forum (AFSF), marking its 20th anniversary, was held in Kigali, Rwanda, from August 31 to September 4. The forum focused on the theme ‘Investing in Agri-Food Systems: Nourishing Nations, Grow

Kenya economic protectionism and foreign trade crackdown

5 clusters · 60 sources · last updated 17 days ago

Latest: Kenya orders crackdown on foreign small-scale traders

President William Ruto has initiated a series of economic measures in Kenya aimed at protecting local traders and promoting domestic industrialization. A primary component of this strategy is a nationwide crackdown on fo

Burundi diplomatic, economic and military developments

5 clusters · 15 sources · last updated 23 days ago

Latest: Burundi National Defence Force advances regional cooperation and military training

In August 2026, Burundi continued to advance its economic and diplomatic agendas. President Évariste Ndayishimiye focused on domestic development by inaugurating the 12-story TOHA Hotel in Bujumbura, where he urged local

East African regional economic integration efforts

2 clusters · 10 sources · last updated 27 days ago

Latest: East African leaders urge increased intra-regional trade

East African nations are pursuing various initiatives to enhance regional connectivity and economic integration. In Uganda and Tanzania, efforts have focused on physical infrastructure. Uganda’s Ministry of Works and Tr