Kenya

Karua to Odinga: Formalise Political Marriage With Ruto

Hon. Martha Karua called on Raila to formalise the political marriage between ODM and the Kenya Kwanza government, given the extensive role that the Orange Democratic Movement has played in the creation of a broad-based government. These sentiments follow Mr. Odinga’s signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with President Ruto, despite the absence of a coalition agreement. She emphasised that a legally sound partnership will pave the way for a healthy political debate. The PLP leader said that she would stand her ground in the opposition as it was her right to disagree with her former allies.

(Daily Nation)

Tanzania

Tanzania’s Anti-Corruption Body Reports Progress In Combating Graft, Enhancing Transparency

The Prevention and Combating of Corruption Bureau (PCCB) reports that between June 2023 and July 2024, it made significant strides in combating corruption. Their report demonstrates the successful monitoring of over 1,700 development projects valued at Tshs11.48 trillion by the PCCB, while tackling corruption in key sectors such as infrastructure, health, and local government financial management.  The primary focus of the board is to enhance transparency and monitor public infrastructure projects nationwide.

(The Citizen)

Uganda

NUP Women: We Are Sexually Abused Once Arrested

A group of women from the opposition National Unity Platform (NUP) have alleged that they have been subjected to sexual abuse on multiple occasions while facing violent arrests. This revelation came during the belated International Women’s Day celebrations held at Makerere Kavule, the NUP headquarters. Mukono Municipality MP Betty Nambooze delivered a poignant speech, highlighting the disproportionate sacrifices made by women in the opposition. She argued that women have borne a heavier burden than their male counterparts in the struggle against the current regime. Nambooze expressed dismay that numerous women have been detained by security forces, with some allegedly suffering sexual abuse they cannot openly discuss.

(The Independent)

Rwanda

Cabinet Names New RIB Secretary General, Other Parastatal Heads

A cabinet meeting chaired by President Paul Kagame on March 26 appointed new officials to various institutions. Col. Pacifique Kayigamba Kabanda was appointed Secretary General of the Rwanda Investigation Bureau (RIB), replacing Jeannot Ruhunga. Kabanda, until his appointment to head the investigative body, had been serving as the chief military prosecutor. Jeanne Umuhire was appointed Deputy Director General of Rwanda Biomedical Centre (RBC), replacing Noella Bigirimana. Nassi Agaba Bisengo was appointed Deputy Director-General of the Rwanda Technical and Vocational Education and Training Board (RTB).

(The New Times)

Ethiopia

President Taye Bids Farewell to Bangladesh Ambassador, Holds Courtesy Meeting with Israeli Ambassador

President Taye Atske Selassie bid farewell to the outgoing Ambassador of Bangladesh to Ethiopia, Sikder Bodiruzzaman, and held a courtesy meeting with Israeli Ambassador Abraham Negussie on Wednesday. During the farewell at the president’s office, President Taye expressed his gratitude for the ambassador’s significant contributions during his tenure. President Taye lauded him for his relentless dedication and efforts to strengthen the bilateral cooperation between Ethiopia and Bangladesh. Ethiopia and Israel have deep historical and unique relationships, the ambassador noted. He added that he is playing a positive role in advancing the historical relationship between the two countries to higher levels of cooperation.

(ENA)

Somalia

U.S. Forces Conduct Strike Targeting ISIS-Somalia, AFRICOM Confirms

In coordination with the Federal Government of Somalia, U.S. Africa Command (AFRICOM) conducted multiple airstrikes against ISIS-Somalia on March 25, 2025. The airstrikes took place in the vicinity of the Golis Mountains in Somalia. AFRICOM’s initial assessment is that multiple ISIS-Somalia operatives were killed and no civilians were harmed. U.S. Africa Command, alongside the Federal Government of Somalia and Somali Armed Forces, continues to take action to degrade ISIS-Somalia’s ability to plan and conduct attacks that threaten the U.S. homeland, our forces, and our civilians abroad, according to the Command.

(ENA)