Skip to content
Sunday, November 30, 2025
East Africa Digest

East Africa Digest

East Africa Digest
  • Home
  • About Us
  • country
    • Kenya
    • Africa
    • Uganda
    • Congo
    • Somalia
    • Seychelles
    • Tanzania
    • Rwanda
    • Madagascar
    • Eritrea
    • Ethiopia
    • Djibouti
  • World
  • Politics
  • Business
  • Infographics
  • Health
  • Sports
  • Magazine
  • Innovation
  • Politics

    Trump Announces Plan to ‘Permanently Pause Migration’ From “Third World Countries” After DC Shooting Incident

    President Trump announced plans to pause migration from “Third World Countries” after a fatal DC shooting linked to an Afghan national, unveiling new measures to tighten immigration rules and review noncitizen benefits.

    omondi84FF November 29, 2025
    View More
  • Kenya

    KENYA NAVY HOSTS INTER-UNITS TAEKWONDO CHAMPIONSHIP AT KNB MTONGWE

    The Kenya Navy hosted a two-day Inter-Units Taekwondo Championship at KNB Mtongwe, showcasing skill, discipline, and teamwork as units competed for selection to the elite team heading to the Bora Cup Championship 2026.

    omondi84FF November 29, 2025
    View More
  • Africa

    Trump Withdraws G20 Invitation to South Africa Over Baseless ‘Genocide’ Claims

    US President Donald Trump has escalated tensions with South Africa, announcing the country will be excluded from the 2026 G20 summit in Miami. The move follows Trump’s repeated and widely debunked claims that South Africa is committing human rights abuses and “genocide” against white Afrikaners. The decision comes amid already strained relations after the US boycotted the G20 summit in Johannesburg.

    omondi84FF November 27, 2025
    View More
  • Africa

    Stone-Throwing Incident Adds Pressure on Zambia’s ‘Fix-It’ President

    Zambia’s President Hakainde Hichilema is under growing pressure after a month marked by public unrest, including a stone-throwing incident that forced him to abandon a rally. As elections near, he has defended his economic record—highlighting debt restructuring, reduced inflation and renewed investment—yet many citizens remain frustrated by persistent power shortages, high living costs and unemployment. The tense atmosphere underscores the widening gap between the President’s achievements and the everyday struggles of ordinary Zambians

    omondi84FF November 27, 2025
    View More
  • Somalia

    Somali Community Targeted as Trump Terminates TPS in Minnesota

    US President Donald Trump has ended Temporary Protected Status for Somalis in Minnesota, claiming without evidence that Somali gangs are causing crime and fraud in the state. The move affects a small number of TPS holders but has sparked strong criticism from state leaders and community advocates, who warn it could separate families and damage US–Somalia relations.

    omondi84FF November 26, 2025
    View More

Business

  • Business leaders from Brazil, South Africa, and the United States discuss global cooperation during a B20 Troika panel in 2025.
    Business

    B20 Puts African Businesses at the Global Decision-Making Table

    omondi84FF November 22, 2025
  • Dangote Group signs $2.5 billion deal to construct fertiliser plant in Ethiopia.
    Business Ethiopia

    Ethiopia, Dangote Seal $2.5B Fertiliser Deal

    omondi84FF August 30, 2025
  • South32 office in Perth, Australia.
    Africa Business

    South32 Risks $372M Loss as Mozal Smelter Faces Closure

    omondi84FF August 14, 2025
  • A flydubai aircraft at an airport, symbolizing the airline's adoption of mobile money payment options in East Africa
    Business

    Mobile Money Payments Now Available for Flydubai Travelers in Kenya and Uganda

    omondi84FF March 26, 2025 No Comments
  • Modern Scania truck with DHL branding driving on a well-maintained road in East Africa, highlighting sustainability and logistics efficiency
    Business

    Sustainable Logistics in East Africa: DHL and Scania Lead the Way

    omondi84FF March 11, 2025 No Comments
  • Tanzanian gold bars stored as part of reserve expansion.
    Business

    Tanzania Expands Gold Reserves Through Domestic Purchases

    omondi84FF February 28, 2025 No Comments

Tanzania’s economic growth fueled by trade and infrastructure.
Magazine

Tanzania’s Economic Rise: East Africa’s New Powerhouse

omondi84FF December 27, 2024 No Comments Economic GrowthInfrastructureinvestmentTanzaniatrade

The Role of Investment in Tanzania’s Economic Growth Tanzania is rapidly evolving into East Africa’s leading economic force, cementing its position as a crucial hub…

View More Tanzania’s Economic Rise: East Africa’s New Powerhouse
Africa Football Summit focusing on growth, investment, and youth development in football
Sports

Africa Football Summit: Boosting Growth and Investment

omondi84FF December 24, 2024 No Comments Africa FootballFootball DevelopmentFootball SummitSports Growth

The Africa Football Business Summit is an important event that focuses on discussing and exploring strategies aimed at boosting the development of football across the…

View More Africa Football Summit: Boosting Growth and Investment
Somalia and Ethiopia agree on a peaceful resolution with Turkey’s mediation.
Ethiopia

Somalia & Ethiopia Agree on Peaceful Resolution

omondi84FF December 12, 2024 No Comments Diplomatic AgreementEthiopiaPeaceful ResolutionRegional StabilitySomalia

Diplomatic Compromise Between Somalia and Ethiopia The recent diplomatic agreement between Somalia and Ethiopia marks a significant development in resolving tensions and fostering stability in…

View More Somalia & Ethiopia Agree on Peaceful Resolution
Eritrean refugees in Ethiopia face increasing challenges.
Eritrea

Eritrean Refugees Face Harsh Treatment in Ethiopia

omondi84FF November 29, 2024 No Comments Eritrean RefugeesEthiopia CrackdownForced DisplacementHumanitarian Crisis

Eritrean refugees in Ethiopia are experiencing increasing challenges amid intensified crackdowns by local authorities. These individuals, who fled their homeland seeking safety, stability, and a…

View More Eritrean Refugees Face Harsh Treatment in Ethiopia
Leaders gather at the Horn of Africa Forum in Djibouti to discuss regional issues.
Djibouti

Horn of Africa Forum Opens in Djibouti Amid Tensions

omondi84FF November 25, 2024 No Comments Djibouti forumEthiopia Somalia tensionsHorn of Africa Forumregional cooperation

Horn of Africa Forum Kicks Off in Djibouti The Horn of Africa Forum has officially opened in Djibouti, with regional leaders gathering to discuss crucial…

View More Horn of Africa Forum Opens in Djibouti Amid Tensions
Leaders from Somalia, Eritrea, and Egypt discuss strategic security cooperation.
Eritrea

Somalia, Eritrea & Egypt Strengthen Security Ties

omondi84FF October 10, 2024 No Comments defense cooperationEritreamilitary allianceRegional StabilitySomalia

Somalia, Eritrea, and Egypt Strengthen Security Cooperation Recent diplomatic discussions have led to a strategic agreement between Somalia, Eritrea, and Egypt to enhance security cooperation.…

View More Somalia, Eritrea & Egypt Strengthen Security Ties
Rescue teams search for survivors after two migrant boats capsized off Djibouti’s coast.
Djibouti

45 Migrants Die in Red Sea Disaster Off Djibouti’s Coast

omondi84FF October 3, 2024 No Comments boat capsizesDjibouti migrant tragedyforced migrationmigrant crisisRed Sea disaster

Tragic Migrant Boat Disaster A tragic disaster occurred off the coast of Djibouti in the Red Sea, where two migrant boats sank, causing the deaths…

View More 45 Migrants Die in Red Sea Disaster Off Djibouti’s Coast
Rescue efforts underway for missing migrants near Djibouti.
Djibouti

Tragedy at Sea: Migrants Vanish Off Djibouti

omondi84FF October 3, 2024 No Comments

Smugglers Force Migrants Into the Sea A tragic incident has unfolded off the coast of Djibouti, where dozens of migrants remain missing after being forcibly…

View More Tragedy at Sea: Migrants Vanish Off Djibouti
African Stream faces criticism for allegedly misrepresenting the US military’s mission in Somalia, fueling debate over foreign intervention.
Somalia

African Stream Accused of Misrepresenting US Mission in Somalia

omondi84FF August 28, 2024 No Comments African StreamAl-ShabaabISIS-SomaliaSomaliaUS Military

Media outlet African Stream has come under scrutiny for allegedly distorting the purpose of the United States military’s presence in Somalia. Critics argue that the…

View More African Stream Accused of Misrepresenting US Mission in Somalia
Mpox virus cases continue to rise globally, says UN health agency.
Health

UN Warns That Mpox Continues to Spread Worldwide

omondi84FF August 24, 2024 No Comments monkeypoxMpoxUN health agencyvigilances

Global Health Experts Urge Stronger Mpox Prevention The United Nations health agency has raised concerns about the continued global transmission of Mpox, emphasizing the need…

View More UN Warns That Mpox Continues to Spread Worldwide
Ancient Assyrian lamassu statue rediscovered in Iraq.
Magazine

Ancient Assyrian Lamassu Unearthed After Decades in Iraq

omondi84FF August 22, 2024 No Comments Ancient ArtifactsAssyrian lamassuIraq MuseumNineveh

Rediscovery of a Lost Assyrian Treasure After decades of being hidden beneath layers of earth, a 2,700-year-old Assyrian lamassu has been rediscovered in Iraq. Originally…

View More Ancient Assyrian Lamassu Unearthed After Decades in Iraq
Somalia

Somalia’s Fight Against Terrorism: Mogadishu Bombing Kills Nine

omondi84FF June 15, 2024 No Comments Al-ShabaabCar BombMogadishuSecurity CrisisSomaliaTerrorism

A devastating car bomb explosion rocked a bustling café in Mogadishu, Somalia’s capital, claiming the lives of at least nine people and leaving numerous others…

View More Somalia’s Fight Against Terrorism: Mogadishu Bombing Kills Nine
Health experts introduce a strategy to combat visceral leishmaniasis.
Health

New Plan to Eradicate Visceral Leishmaniasis in Africa

omondi84FF June 12, 2024 No Comments Eastern Africavisceral leishmaniasisVL-HIVWHO

Major Step Toward Disease Elimination Eastern Africa has taken a major step toward eliminating visceral leishmaniasis (VL), also known as kala-azar, a deadly parasitic disease…

View More New Plan to Eradicate Visceral Leishmaniasis in Africa
GMO mosquitoes being used in Djibouti to fight malaria transmission
Djibouti

GMO Mosquitoes in Djibouti to Combat Malaria Spread

omondi84FF May 23, 2024 No Comments

The release of GMO mosquitoes in Djibouti is a bold new approach to combating malaria, a disease that continues to affect millions of people across…

View More GMO Mosquitoes in Djibouti to Combat Malaria Spread

Posts pagination

Previous page Page 1 … Page 18 Page 19 Page 20 Next page

Politics

U.S. President Donald Trump speaks with service members from Mar-a-Lago during the Thanksgiving holiday.
Politics

Trump Announces Plan to ‘Permanently Pause Migration’ From “Third World Countries” After DC Shooting Incident

omondi84FF November 29, 2025

President Trump announced plans to pause migration from “Third World Countries” after a fatal DC shooting linked to an Afghan national, unveiling new measures to tighten immigration rules and review noncitizen benefits.

Nicki Minaj speaks at a U.S. Embassy event in New York, expressing support for Donald Trump’s claims about Christian persecution in Nigeria
Politics Uncategorized

Nicki Minaj Backs Trump’s Claim on Christian Persecution in Nigeria Amid Complex Security Crisis

omondi84FF November 20, 2025

Nicki Minaj has backed President Donald Trump’s claim that Christians are being persecuted in Nigeria, citing attacks on churches and religious communities. However, analysts and Nigerian officials argue that extremist violence affects both Christians and Muslims, with recent incidents in Kwara, Kebbi, and Borno highlighting the broader insecurity across the country. President Bola Tinubu has called for urgent action as tensions rise.

President Félix Tshisekedi delivering a speech on the M23 crisis and the formation of a broad-based government in the DRC.
Politics

Broad-Based Government: Tshisekedi’s Strategy Against M23

omondi84FF March 7, 2025 No Comments

The Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) finds itself at a critical juncture as President Félix Tshisekedi seeks to navigate escalating challenges posed by the M23…

A meeting of Somali officials discussing governance reforms with international partners, highlighting collaboration and progress.
Politics

EU Releases $10.7M to Somalia After Governance Reforms

omondi84FF March 6, 2025 No Comments

omalia’s recent reforms have resulted in the release of €10 million ($10.7 million) in European Union (EU) budgetary support, signaling international recognition of the country’s…

Politics

Rwanda Demands Financial Reimbursement After UK Asylum Deal Collapse

omondi84FF March 4, 2025 No Comments

Rwanda has reportedly demanded $63 million from the United Kingdom following the collapse of a controversial asylum agreement that sought to relocate asylum seekers from…

Kenyan political leaders at a public rally discussing an anti-Ruto alliance.
Politics

Unity Test: Why the New Anti-Ruto Bid Faces Old Challenges

omondi84FF February 28, 2025 No Comments

Kenya’s political landscape is shifting as opposition leaders and discontented figures within the ruling coalition attempt to form a united front against President William Ruto.…

Kassim Afegbua speaking at an event, defending Babangida’s right to tell his story
Politics

Afegbua Defends Babangida’s Right to Shape His Legacy

omondi84FF February 28, 2025 No Comments

Kassim Afegbua, former spokesperson for ex-Nigerian military ruler Ibrahim Badamasi Babangida (IBB), has strongly defended the former leader’s right to tell his own story and…

Sports

Nigeria Super Eagles players line up for a team photo before a World Cup qualifying match against DR Congo
Sports

Back to the Drawing Board for Nigeria After World Cup Qualifying Failure

omondi84FF November 18, 2025

Nigeria’s World Cup hopes ended in disappointment as the Super Eagles lost to DR Congo on penalties, missing the 2026 tournament. Managerial changes, off-field disputes, and reliance on star striker Victor Osimhen highlighted deeper issues within the team and the Nigeria Football Federation

Four African football stars representing DR Congo, Cameroon, Nigeria, and Gabon ahead of 2026 World Cup play-offs
Sports

How Africa’s World Cup Play-Offs Will Decide a 2026 Contender

omondi84FF November 11, 2025

DR Congo, Cameroon, Nigeria, and Gabon will face off in Morocco for a single spot in the 2026 FIFA World Cup, with the winner advancing to intercontinental play-offs for a chance to compete in Canada, Mexico, and the United States

Nuno Espirito Santo smiling and holding a West Ham home shirt during his appointment as manager, standing in front of a sponsors board
Sports

Nuno Espirito Santo: Premier League’s Only Black Manager Calls It a ‘Privilege’

omondi84FF November 7, 2025

Nuno Espirito Santo has become the Premier League’s only black manager, calling it a ‘privilege’ as he leads West Ham United and reflects on diversity in English football

Indian women’s cricket team celebrates after defeating South Africa by 52 runs to win the ICC Women’s ODI World Cup 2025 final at DY Patil Stadium, Navi Mumbai.
Sports

India Defeats South Africa by 52 Runs to Win Women’s ODI World Cup Final

omondi84FF November 3, 2025

Under the bright lights of the DY Patil Stadium, the Indian women’s cricket team achieved what generations of players had dreamed of — lifting their…

Manchester United targets Emiliano Martinez and Senne Lammens to solve goalkeeping crisis
Sports

Man Utd Eye Martinez & Lammens in Keeper Hunt

omondi84FF September 1, 2025

Manchester United are accelerating their push to solve a long-standing issue between the posts, with two names firmly on their radar: Aston Villa’s Emiliano Martinez…

Joshua Cheptegei, Olympic gold medalist and world record holder, pulls out of the Antrim Coast Half Marathon after illness.
Sports

Cheptegei Withdraws from Antrim Coast Half Marathon

omondi84FF August 23, 2025

Olympic champion Joshua Cheptegei has officially withdrawn from the 2025 Antrim Coast Half Marathon after falling ill, organisers confirmed on Friday. The absence of the…

Alpha Diallo of Guinea dribbles past South Sudan defenders during AfroBasket 2025 Group Stage match.
Sports

Guinea Upsets South Sudan in AfroBasket 2025

omondi84FF August 13, 2025

Guinea Stuns Tournament Favorite South Sudan in AfroBasket 2025 Group Stage Clash In a thrilling start to the AfroBasket 2025, Guinea delivered the tournament’s first…

World

U.S. President Donald Trump signs legislation at the White House requiring the release of federal files related to Jeffrey Epstein.
World

Trump Signs Bill Requiring Release of Jeffrey Epstein Case Files After Months of Resistance

omondi84FF November 20, 2025

In a dramatic political reversal, U.S. President Donald Trump on Wednesday (November 19, 2025) signed into law a bipartisan bill that mandates the public release…

Kim Jong Un at Pyongyang ceremony paying tribute to North Korean soldiers killed in Russia’s war in Ukraine.
World

Kim Jong Un Breaks Silence on North Korean War Casualties

omondi84FF August 22, 2025

A Historic Acknowledgment From Pyongyang For the first time, North Korean leader Kim Jong Un has openly admitted that his country has lost soldiers in…

Israeli airstrikes in Damascus amid Syrian conflict escalation
World

US and Syria Reach Ceasefire Deal in Suweida as Israeli Airstrikes Escalate

omondi84FF July 17, 2025 No Comments

TenThe conflict-ridden region of southern Syria witnessed a pivotal diplomatic breakthrough this week as the United States brokered a ceasefire agreement between the Syrian government…

Trump condemns Putin's Ukraine attack while addressing media at U.S. airport.
World

Trump Calls Putin ‘Crazy’ Over Ukraine Strikes, Warns of Russia’s Fall

omondi84FF May 26, 2025 No Comments

In a sharp escalation of rhetoric, U.S. President Donald Trump condemned Russian President Vladimir Putin for launching Russia’s largest air assault on Ukraine since the…

Pope Leo XIV, formerly Robert Francis Prevost, during his missionary work in Peru, assisting communities affected by floods and the COVID-19 crisis.
World

Pope Leo XIV: From Peru’s ‘Saint of the North’ to First American Pontiff

omondi84FF May 9, 2025 No Comments

On May 8, 2025, history was written in Vatican City as Robert Francis Prevost was elected pope, taking the name Leo XIV and becoming the…

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney speaking on US-Canada trade relations amid ongoing tariff disputes
World

Canada PM Mark Carney Declares End to Old US Relationship Amid Tariff War

omondi84FF March 28, 2025 No Comments

In a dramatic turn of events, Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney declared that the “old relationship” between Canada and the United States is “over.” This…

A screenshot of Signal messages revealing discussions on U.S. airstrikes against Houthi forces in Yemen by Trump officials
World

Trump Administration’s Houthi Airstrike Plans Exposed in Signal Leak

omondi84FF March 27, 2025 No Comments

In a stunning revelation, leaked conversations among top Trump administration officials have exposed detailed plans for U.S. airstrikes on Iran-backed Houthi forces in Yemen. These…

Kenya

Kenya Navy officers participating in an Inter-Units Taekwondo Championship at KNB Mtongwe.
Kenya

KENYA NAVY HOSTS INTER-UNITS TAEKWONDO CHAMPIONSHIP AT KNB MTONGWE

omondi84FF November 29, 2025

The Kenya Navy hosted a two-day Inter-Units Taekwondo Championship at KNB Mtongwe, showcasing skill, discipline, and teamwork as units competed for selection to the elite team heading to the Bora Cup Championship 2026.

An oil drilling rig in Kenya’s Turkana region operated by Gulf Energy, symbolizing the nation’s upcoming crude production project.
Kenya

Kenya’s Gulf Energy Sets Sights on 2026 for First Oil Output from Turkana Basin

omondi84FF November 12, 2025

Kenya’s Gulf Energy Ltd. is set to revive the long-stalled Turkana oil project, targeting first crude production by late 2026. After acquiring Tullow Oil’s South Lokichar Basin assets for $120 million, the Nairobi-based firm has gained Energy Ministry approval and now awaits Parliament’s green light. The project—estimated to hold 560 million barrels of recoverable crude—marks a major step toward Kenya’s emergence as an East African oil producer and a milestone in the country’s push for energy independence.

New Kenya–Uganda expressway project planned to improve cross-border transport and reduce congestion between Nairobi and Kampala.
Kenya

Kenya–Uganda Expressway Project Gains Momentum with African Development Bank Support

omondi84FF November 10, 2025

Kenya and Uganda are partnering on a 200km expressway backed by the African Development Bank to improve cross-border connectivity, reduce travel times, and boost East Africa’s trade network.

Kenya Red Cross teams airlift survivors after deadly landslides in Elgeyo-Marakwet County, western Kenya
Kenya Uncategorized

Landslides in Kenya’s Rift Valley Kill 21, Leave Dozens Missing After Heavy Rains

omondi84FF November 5, 2025

At least 21 people have been killed and dozens remain missing after heavy rains triggered massive landslides in Kenya’s Elgeyo-Marakwet County. Rescue teams, supported by the military and Red Cross, are racing to reach affected villages as floods and blocked routes hamper relief efforts in the Rift Valley region

Kenyan rescue officials and investigators inspect the wreckage of a small passenger plane that crashed in Kwale County while en route to Maasai Mara, killing 11 foreign tourists.
Kenya

Kenya Plane Crash Near Kwale Leaves 11 Tourists Feared Dead

omondi84FF October 29, 2025

In a devastating incident that has shocked Kenya’s aviation and tourism sectors, a small passenger plane carrying 11 people — all believed to be foreign…

Africa

US President Donald Trump speaking to reporters aboard Air Force One, responding to questions about South Africa and the G20 summit.
Africa

Trump Withdraws G20 Invitation to South Africa Over Baseless ‘Genocide’ Claims

omondi84FF November 27, 2025

US President Donald Trump has escalated tensions with South Africa, announcing the country will be excluded from the 2026 G20 summit in Miami. The move follows Trump’s repeated and widely debunked claims that South Africa is committing human rights abuses and “genocide” against white Afrikaners. The decision comes amid already strained relations after the US boycotted the G20 summit in Johannesburg.

Zambian President Hakainde Hichilema crouching behind a microphone as security personnel move to protect him during a stone-throwing incident at a public rally.
Africa

Stone-Throwing Incident Adds Pressure on Zambia’s ‘Fix-It’ President

omondi84FF November 27, 2025

Zambia’s President Hakainde Hichilema is under growing pressure after a month marked by public unrest, including a stone-throwing incident that forced him to abandon a rally. As elections near, he has defended his economic record—highlighting debt restructuring, reduced inflation and renewed investment—yet many citizens remain frustrated by persistent power shortages, high living costs and unemployment. The tense atmosphere underscores the widening gap between the President’s achievements and the everyday struggles of ordinary Zambians

A symbolic illustration representing South Africa’s global leadership and the international debate surrounding Trump’s criticism of the country.
Africa

Trump’s Attacks on South Africa Reveal a Deep, Dangerous Western Reflex

omondi84FF November 19, 2025

South Africa rejects Donald Trump’s claims as political smearing, reaffirming its growing leadership role on the global stage. The controversy highlights rising geopolitical tensions and the battle over international narratives.

A Mozambican soldier in camouflage carrying a rifle stands beside a road sign near Palma, symbolizing the conflict zone linked to allegations involving TotalEnergies.
Africa

TotalEnergies Faces War Crimes Allegations Over 2021 Mozambique Massacre

omondi84FF November 19, 2025

TotalEnergies is facing serious war crimes allegations over a 2021 massacre near its LNG project in Mozambique. A human rights group has filed a complaint in France accusing the company of complicity in executions carried out by Mozambican security forces. TotalEnergies denies responsibility as pressure grows on international financial backers to withdraw support.

Palestinian passengers sit on a plane with hands raised, arriving in South Africa amid controversy over charter flights from Gaza
Africa

South Africa Suspends Palestinian Charter Flights Over ‘Cleansing Agenda’ Concerns

omondi84FF November 18, 2025

South Africa has suspended Palestinian charter flights after 153 passengers from Gaza arrived amid concerns of a ‘cleansing agenda.’ Authorities initially blocked the group over missing passport stamps before allowing most to disembark following diplomatic and charity interventio

Uganda

Kenyan activists Bob Njagi and Nicholas Oyoo raising their fists after returning to Nairobi following their secret detention in Uganda.
Uganda

Uganda President Admits Kenyan Activists Were Secretly Arrested and Held ‘In the Fridge’ for Weeks

omondi84FF November 25, 2025

Ugandan President Yoweri Museveni has admitted that two Kenyan activists, Bob Njagi and Nicholas Oyoo, were secretly arrested and held for more than five weeks, despite government denials. Their release, following diplomatic pressure from Kenya, has renewed concerns over enforced disappearances and cross-border crackdowns on dissent in East Africa.

Mauritius leads Africa in global fraud protection ranking 2025
Africa Tanzania Uganda

East Africa’s Fraud Crisis: Why Tanzania, Uganda, and Rwanda Are Struggling to Protect Citizens from Scams

omondi84FF October 22, 2025

A Troubling Report for East Africa A new Global Fraud Index paints a worrying picture for the region. Three major East African economies — Tanzania,…

East African Crude Oil Pipeline construction cutting through protected savannah near Murchison Falls, Uganda.
Uganda

East African Oil Pipeline Poses Climate and Wildlife Risks

omondi84FF September 15, 2025

The planned East African Crude Oil Pipeline (EACOP) is drawing intense scrutiny after a new analysis warned it could emit over 34 million tonnes of…

Uganda Airlines aircraft on the runway amid growing losses in 2024/25.
Uganda

Uganda Airlines Faces Higher Losses in 2024/25

omondi84FF August 29, 2025

Uganda Airlines, the country’s national carrier, is bracing for higher financial losses in the 2024/25 financial year, even as it records growth in passenger numbers…

Uganda denies reports of a U.S. deportation deal amid Trump’s expanded migrant strategy.
Uganda

Trump Deportation Plan Criticized as Uganda Denies Deal

omondi84FF August 21, 2025

The Trump administration is facing renewed scrutiny after reports emerged that the United States is expanding its deportation strategy through controversial agreements with foreign governments.…

Somalia

US President Donald Trump speaking at a public event, captured mid-speech against an official backdrop.
Somalia

Somali Community Targeted as Trump Terminates TPS in Minnesota

omondi84FF November 26, 2025

US President Donald Trump has ended Temporary Protected Status for Somalis in Minnesota, claiming without evidence that Somali gangs are causing crime and fraud in the state. The move affects a small number of TPS holders but has sparked strong criticism from state leaders and community advocates, who warn it could separate families and damage US–Somalia relations.

Turkish cargo vessel released by Puntland after diplomatic talks
Somalia

Somalia’s Puntland Releases Turkish Arms Ship After Talks

omondi84FF August 5, 2025 No Comments

In a move reflecting the growing complexity of international maritime diplomacy in East Africa, Puntland authorities in northeastern Somalia have released a Turkish cargo ship…

Overview of the Islamic State in Somalia, detailing its origins, rise, and recent battlefield defeats in the Horn of Africa.
Somalia

Islamic State in Somalia: Threats, Defeats, and the Future

omondi84FF March 25, 2025 No Comments

The Islamic State (IS) in Somalia has garnered international attention for its violent activities and attempts to establish a foothold in the Horn of Africa.…

A group of Somali deportees walking through a conflict-affected area, symbolizing their struggles with fear and uncertainty.
Somalia

Former US Deportees Face Fear and Uncertainty in Somalia

omondi84FF March 12, 2025 No Comments

The journey of Somali deportees from the United States to Somalia is one filled with fear, uncertainty, and a profound sense of displacement. For many,…

Somali security personnel securing the area around a damaged hotel in Beledweyne after a Shabaab militant attack
Somalia

Militants Attack Hotel in Central Somalia: Security Forces Fight Back

omondi84FF March 11, 2025 No Comments

In a tragic incident, Shabaab gunmen targeted a hotel in central Somalia, leaving a trail of destruction and panic. The attack, which occurred in the…

East Africa Digest | © Copyright All right reserved | Live News Feed