On June 4, 2026, the KfW Development Bank committed KSh150 million (€1 million) to support Ebola preparedness across East Africa. Officials announced the funding during an extraordinary virtual meeting of health ministers from the East African Community (EAC). Consequently, Kenya and other EAC
Community Breaks Silence The East African Community (EAC) has reaffirmed support for Somalia amid growing tensions with Somaliland. Moreover, the statement followed Israel’s recognition of Somaliland as an independent state. Official Statement Released On December 28, the EAC secretariat declared Somalia a single sovereign state under President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud.
Kenyan opposition leader Martha Karua, accompanied by human rights advocates Gloria Kimani and Lynn Ngugi, was detained by Tanzanian immigration authorities. This is at Julius Nyerere International Airport early Sunday. The three were unable to enter the country and are currently at Julius Nyerere International Airport pending deportation. Martha Karua Entry Denied Upon




