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Gambia government confirms ‘attempted’ coup

Three other people are being sought for their alleged involvement in the plot, according to the government.
By The East African Dec. 21, 2022

Tanzania bans boarding for lower primary pupils

Dr Mtahabwa also noted that academic holiday camps remain prohibited under Education Circular No. 3 of 2007.
By The East African Mar. 6, 2023

Popular Congolese guitarist Lokassa ya Mbongo dies in US

She said he had breathing difficulties before he collapsed and died in Nashua, New Hamsphire.
By The East African Mar. 15, 2023

US revokes visas after Museveni signs tough anti-gay Bill into law

Lawmaker Asuman Basalirwa addressing journalists in Kampala said “Anita Among is the first victim” of likely sanctions.
By The East African May. 29, 2023

Kenya's President Ruto sacks entire Cabinet

In the meantime, the President said, government operations would continue under the guidance of Principal Secretaries and other relevant officials.
By The East African Jul. 11, 2024

Peace beyond borders: 20 years of contributing to a safer world

This August, Rwanda marks 20 years since its first deployment in a peacekeeping mission, in what has become one of Rwanda’s foreign policy pillars.
By The East African Aug. 30, 2024

Ally Kibao, abducted Tanzanian opposition leader found dead, acid poured on face

Mr Mbowe urged the President to form a judicial commission to investigate abductions and the killing of Kibao because, he said, police were among the suspects in the case.
By The East African Sep. 11, 2024