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Dangote confirms October start for Lamu oil refinery construction
Aliko Dangote says construction of the Lamu oil refinery will begin by October. The $16 billion project is expected to become East Africa's largest refinery and reduce the region's dependence on imported fuel.
Civic Space Is Rapidly Closing Across 9 East and Central African States as Impunity Deepens
Civic space is narrowing across East and Central Africa as governments increase pressure on journalists, academics, opposition leaders and protesters. From Uganda and Kenya to Tanzania, Ethiopia and Eritrea, rights groups warn that repression is growing while accountability remains scarce.
East Africa’s Economic Outlook Faces $119 Billion Financing Gap Despite Strong Growth
East Africa's economic outlook remains Africa's strongest, with growth projected at 5.9% in 2026 despite a $119 billion annual financing gap. The African Development Bank says stronger domestic revenues, private investment and deeper capital markets will be critical to sustaining growth ...
Mandera IED Attack Kills 5 Kenyan Security Officers Near Somalia Border
Five Kenyan security officers were killed in a Mandera IED attack near the Somalia border after suspected al-Shabaab militants detonated an improvised explosive device and launched an ambush on their patrol.
Kenya-UK Military Training Resumes After Defence Delay
Kenya and Britain have agreed to resume Kenya-UK military training after delays linked to a new defence agreement, ending weeks of uncertainty over their defence partnership.
