Efforts by Zimbabwe’s ruling Zanu PF party to extend President Emmerson Mnangagwa’s term by two years are facing strong resistance from his deputy Constantino Chiwenga.
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The EastAfrican
Mnangagwa’s extension plan risks another reckoning
Chiwenga has openly opposed scrapping term limits, a move by Mnangagwa’s allies that could keep the 83-year-old president in power until 2030.
Claims of irregularities have emerged around Somalia's nominees to Eala, with legislators alleging nepotism, bribery, and lack of inclusivity.
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The EastAfrican
Somalia MPs denounce Eala nominees list, sue state at regional court
Somali lawmakers accuse President Mohamud’s party of rigging Eala nominations through a rushed and biased process.
The EAC has launched a 67-member Election Observation Mission to Tanzania, joining the Sadc, which has already urged adherence to democratic values and principles in the electoral process.
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The EastAfrican
EAC deploys monitors to Tanzania as calls for democratic polls grow
The deployment is in line with the EAC Council of Ministers’ requirement for the Secretariat to observe elections in each member state.
From Bongo film princess to resilient trailblazer—Elizabeth ‘Lulu’ Michael proves that true strength shines both on-screen and in life.
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The EastAfrican
Tanzanian actress Elizabeth Lulu: Prison humbled me in ways nothing else could
From Bongo film princess to resilient trailblazer—Elizabeth ‘Lulu’ Michael proves that true strength shines both on-screen and in life.
Presidential candidate Yoweri Museveni spent much of October campaigning in West Nile, Uganda’s northwestern region bordering South Sudan and the DRC.
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The EastAfrican
Museveni’s promise to residents of West Nile
Museveni returns to West Nile seeking votes — and validation for his legacy of peace amid calls for progress.
As Tanzania votes, a new report by Amnesty International paints a troubling picture of a legal landscape increasingly hostile to opposition politics.
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The EastAfrican
How Dodoma laws clash with global norms, stifle opposition
Amnesty warns Tanzania’s growing repression ahead of 2025 polls is silencing opposition and eroding democracy.
Despite escalating conflict in eastern DRC, traders in Rwanda and Uganda are reaping windfalls as rebel-controlled territories increasingly depend on them for essential supplies.
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The EastAfrican
War economy: How M23’s rise fuels trade between Rwanda, Uganda, eastern Congo
Rwanda and Uganda are cashing in as rebel-held territories in eastern DRC turn to them for essential goods amid ongoing conflict.
Tanzania heads into the October 29 elections with President Samia widely expected to win easily as CCM dominates weak opposition.
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The EastAfrican
Tanzania polls: Easy pickings for CCM as Samia’s rivals out of picture
Pundits predict an easy win for President Samia after a ruthless crackdown on opposition and dissent.
Tanzanians are voting in what could be the least competitive election yet, but which has brought more tensions than any other in the country’s 30-year history of multiparty politics.
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The EastAfrican
Tanzania votes: Will Zanzibar offer a sliver of true democracy?
While the ruling CCM faces little challenge on the Mainland, Zanzibar remains the centre of genuine political competition.
Mombasa port sees cargo rise as traders divert from Dar over Tanzania election uncertainties.
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The EastAfrican
Tanzania polls: Mombasa port eats Dar's lunch over uncertainty
Mombasa port sees cargo surge as festive imports and election fears divert shipments from Dar es Salaam.
Claver Gatete: Africa is not going to COP30 in Belem empty-handed or with a begging bowl.
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The EastAfrican
Africa is not going to COP30 in Belem empty-handed or with a begging bowl
Africa is stepping up as a global climate solutions leader, demanding urgent action and solidarity ahead of COP30 in Brazil.
Violent protests erupted in Dar es Salaam during an election expected to secure President Samia Suluhu Hassan’s victory after top opposition candidates were disqualified.
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The EastAfrican
Tanzania elections: Protests break out in Dar
Witnesses reported violent protests in at least four neighbourhoods of Dar es Salaam.
Internet users in Tanzania have reported massive disruptions as voters went to polling stations to elect a new president, legislators and local civic leaders.
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The EastAfrican
Election day: Tanzania restricts internet as chaos erupt
There is a nationwide disruption of internet services in Tanzania, with users reporting being unable to share multimedia content.
Sudanese paramilitary forces reportedly beat and shot men fleeing a long-besieged Darfur city after capturing it, according to an escapee, aid officials, satellite images, and social media footage.
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The EastAfrican
‘They shot them in front of us’: Sudan escapee details RSF atrocities
Ikram Abdelhameed gave a rare and chilling account of her escape from the fallen city describing gunfire and missiles.
Nearly half of AfDB-funded projects in Somalia are on a watchlist over corruption claims and delays, threatening the country’s fragile recovery.
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The EastAfrican
Delays imperil nearly half of AfDB’s $246m Somalia projects
Nearly half of AfDB-funded projects in Somalia face delays and corruption claims, threatening to derail the country’s fragile recovery efforts.
Nuur Mohamud Sheekh photo of himself prompted a backlash from commentators who questioned how the AU could afford a business jet for its officials.
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The EastAfrican
Perfect picture, imperfect timing: Business jet photo scandalises AUC boss
Nuur Mohamud Sheekh posted a picture of himself reading a magazine on a private jet.
Nigeria’s Access Group paid $9.62 million to acquire Standard Chartered Tanzania’s retail and wealth business, advancing its pan-African expansion.
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The EastAfrican
Nigerian Access Bank paid $9m for StanChart retail business in Tanzania
Access Group advances its pan-African drive with a $9.6 million takeover of Standard Chartered Bank Tanzania’s retail arm.
Airtel Africa delays minority shareholders’ share-sale rights in AMC BV by 12 months, adding $25 million in annual costs.
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The EastAfrican
Airtel Africa faces $25m cost for minority lock-in on mobile money unit
The initial agreements locked in minority investors from July 2021 to July 2025 while Airtel Africa explored listing its mobile money business.
Kenyan saccos are vying for a share of the World Bank’s $100 million fund to help small businesses recover from Covid-19’s economic impact.
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The EastAfrican
Saccos win big in WB’s $100 million post-Covid recovery plan for SMEs
The Safer initiative identifies saccos, microfinance banks, and mobile operators as key channels to support affected small businesses.
Tanzania’s opposition claims hundreds killed in election protests as government downplays unrest.
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The EastAfrican
Tanzania unrest escalates as opposition alleges mass killings after disputed vote
Tanzania faces deadly post-election unrest after opposition leaders were barred, as the UN reports civilian deaths and curfews tighten.