Kenya

Ruto: Bills I Signed On Day Raila Died Are Constitutional, Protect Children

President William Ruto has defended signing eight Bills into law while the country was mourning the death of former Prime Minister Raila Odinga. Speaking at Thoma Village in Laikipia County on Thursday, President Ruto explained that the news of Mr. Odinga’s death broke after he had arrived at his office, ready to sign the bills presented by the Speaker of the National Assembly and parliamentary leadership. “There are those condemning me for assenting to the bill arguing that the country was in mourning. But that is the work I had planned for that particular day and I received the news of Mr Odinga’s death after I had arrived in my office for the day’s work,” said Dr. Ruto.

(Source: Daily Nation)

Tanzania 

Court Blow Weakens Tundu Lissu Treason Case

The treason trial of Tanzanian opposition leader Tundu Lissu has taken a dramatic turn after the High Court in Dodoma rejected crucial video evidence presented by the prosecution, significantly weakening their case. The court ruled that the state’s expert witness lacked the professional qualifications to authenticate or analyse video material, as he was only certified in photographic evidence. The videos in question were purported to show Lissu making statements deemed seditious against the government, a central element in the State’s argument. This setback adds to mounting concerns about the credibility and motivation behind the high-profile case, which many observers view as politically charged, especially with Tanzania’s general elections scheduled for 29 October. The development underscores the growing tension between the government and opposition forces, with Lissu’s camp describing the case as an attempt to silence dissent ahead of the polls.

(Source: The Citizen)

 

Uganda

Mukono South MP Aspirant Arrested After Nomination

Tensions surrounding the upcoming elections have intensified following the arrest of Mubarak Ssekikubo, an independent parliamentary candidate for Mukono South County, just hours after his official nomination. The State House Anti-Corruption Unit detained Ssekikubo over allegations that he solicited bribes from job seekers while serving as a local official. The timing of the arrest, shortly after his clearance to stand, has sparked public debate over whether the move was politically motivated or part of a genuine anti-corruption effort. Authorities insist that the arrest was based on credible investigations. Still, critics argue it demonstrates the state’s growing pattern of using legal tools to intimidate or sideline political contenders ahead of Uganda’s general elections.

(Source: Monitor)

 

Ethiopia

Gov’t Reaffirms Commitment to Advancing Peace, Stability in Africa

Ethiopia has reaffirmed its strong commitment to promoting lasting peace and stability across Africa. The declaration was made during the opening of the 17th edition of the international training on post-conflict stabilisation and reconstruction, currently taking place in Addis Ababa. The workshop was organised by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Romania in partnership with Ethiopia’s Institute of Foreign Affairs (IFA).

(Source: ENA)

 

Sudan

Call for Sudan Ceasefire as Anti-Graft Leaders Gather in Uganda

Egypt and the European Union have renewed calls for a political settlement to Sudan’s devastating conflict, as academics and activists meeting in Uganda warn that entrenched corruption continues to fuel the war and undermine prospects for peace. Speaking at the high-level session titled ‘Restoring Hope: Aligning Efforts for Peace and Development in Sudan’ during the fifth Aswan Forum for Peace and Sustainable Development on Sunday, Egypt’s Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty declared that “there is no military solution” to Sudan’s crisis, urging warring parties to agree to a humanitarian truce as a first step towards a permanent ceasefire. Abdelatty stressed the need to preserve Sudan’s national unity and autonomy, saying: “The solution must come from within Sudan, through a comprehensive political process owned by the Sudanese themselves.

(Source: Radio Dalsan)

 

Somalia

Somalia to Strengthen Bilateral Relations with DRC

Somalia’s Ambassador to Tanzania and the East African Community (EAC), Ilyas Ali Hassan, formally presented his diplomatic credentials to the Democratic Republic of Congo’s (DRC) Minister of Foreign Affairs, Mrs. Thérèse Kayikwamba Wagner. During the Monday October 20, 2025, meeting, Ambassador Ilyas and Minister Kayikwamba engaged in discussions focused on deepening the brotherly ties and cooperation between Somalia and the DRC. Key topics included regional peace efforts, trade opportunities, ease of travel, and the release of Somali nationals currently detained in the DRC.

(Source: Radio Dalsan)