Kenya

Leaders at a Crossroads as Push To Amend Supreme Law Mounts

Fifteen years after the Constitution was enacted, calls for reform are gaining momentum. Raila Odinga is advocating for changes, including restructuring devolution and abolishing the provincial administration, even as President William Ruto advises caution. Supporters argue the review is overdue, while critics warn that political elites could use it to weaken checks and balances. Any amendment would require approval in a national referendum.

(Source: Daily Nation)

Tanzania

Samia Lifts the Lid on Why She Deserves Another Five-Year Term

President Samia Suluhu Hassan has made her case for a second term, emphasising achievements in mining, infrastructure, energy, livestock, and health. Speaking at the launch of Chama Cha Mapinduzi’s nationwide campaign at Tanganyika Packers grounds in Dar es Salaam, she provided a report card detailing her government’s top-performing sectors, including agriculture and tourism. She credited her administration with opening new international markets for livestock products, which have increased foreign exchange earnings, boosted incomes for pastoralists, and improved living standards across communities.

(Source: Daily News)

Uganda

Museveni: NRM Ready To Tackle Corruption In Districts

President Yoweri Museveni concluded the National Resistance Movement (NRM) Delegates Conference with a strong warning to leaders at all levels to intensify the fight against corruption, particularly in the districts. He cautioned that the misuse of resources and corrupt practices undermine public trust and threaten to divide the party’s 20 million members. “Don’t annoy our members with corruption and bad practices. When you do that, you divide us,” he told delegates, adding that some officials involved in graft have already been arrested. Museveni reminded party leaders of the seven core principles of the NRM, beginning with peace, assured by the UPDF. He also instructed local leaders to oversee crime, service delivery, and government initiatives such as the Parish Development Model.

(Source: The Independent)

Sudan

24 Civilians Killed in RSF Artillery Strike on El-Fasher

At least 24 civilians were killed and dozens were injured after intense artillery strikes by the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) hit residential areas in El Fasher, the capital of North Darfur. The city has endured over 10 days of heavy air and ground attacks, forcing thousands to flee. The Sudan Doctors’ Network condemned the bombardment of populated areas as a violation of international humanitarian law. Aid groups warn of a worsening crisis as residents face severe shortages of food and medicine after the RSF blocked roads and cut off humanitarian supplies.

(Source: Sudan Tribune)

Ethiopia

Make Amends through Sustained Peace Building, Dev’t Works, Amhara Region Deputy Chief Administrator Urges Former Combatants 

The Amhara Region Deputy Chief Administrator has urged former combatants to give back to their communities by engaging in peace-building and development work. He spoke at the launch of a rehabilitation programme at the Debre Birhan Demobilisation Centre in North Shewa Zone. The regional government is implementing a five-year development plan aimed at lifting citizens from poverty to prosperity. To succeed, he called on the public, former fighters, and all stakeholders to actively participate in the effort.

(Source: ENA)

Somalia

African Union Commission Welcomes Somalia’s Revised Electoral Framework Agreement

The African Union Commission (AUC) has welcomed Somalia’s signing of a revised electoral framework agreement, describing it as a key step towards electing the country’s next federal President and Members of Parliament. The accord, signed on August 25, 2025, by President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud and a faction of the Salvation Forum, has been praised as a milestone for Somalia’s democratic and state-building process. The AU encouraged the international community to align support with Somali institutions and reaffirmed its commitment to assisting Somalia on its path to peace, security, and stability.

(Source: Somalia National News Agency)

Rwanda

Kagame, UNHCR Chief Discuss Refugee Protection

President Paul Kagame met with UN High Commissioner for Refugees Filippo Grandi to discuss Rwanda’s cooperation with the UN Refugee Agency on protection, integration, and long-term solutions for refugees. Earlier, Grandi held talks with the Minister of Emergency Management, Maj. Gen. (Rtd.) Albert Murasira, focusing on resilience and safeguarding refugee rights. Rwanda currently hosts about 135,000 refugees, mainly from DR Congo and Burundi. Grandi’s visit comes as Rwanda, the UN, and partners explore ways to improve living standards for this population.

(Source: The New Times)