Uganda’s population jumps by 11.3m as growth rate declines
The census results presented on Thursday in Kampala by the Census Commissioner Chris Mukiza, indicate…
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Thousands in South Sudan facing catastrophic food insecurity, UN says
"Overall, more than 7 million people in the country face food insecurity -- an increase…
East Africa
Kenyan police face off against protesters amid President Ruto tax climbdown
Turnout was well down from the height of the mass rallies sparked by the bill…
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What next after Kenya withdraws finance bill amid protests?
He backed down on fiscal measures that the government had said were needed to fix the nation's…
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In Tanzania, traders strike over harassment
This week's strike began at Kariakoo and later spread to other urban markets across the…
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Tax protests ‘hijacked’ after turning violent, President Ruto says
In chaotic scenes in the capital Nairobi, protesters overwhelmed police and chased them away in…
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First contingent of Kenya police touch down in Haiti
"At last, the multinational force is here to support our national police," Haitian Prime Minister…
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Police fire teargas as Kenya tax protesters demonstrate nationwide
Organisers have also called for a general strike against the finance bill, which aims to…
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Kenyan court extends order barring EACJ judge appointment
High Court Judge Lawrence Mugambi, sitting in for Justice Chacha Mwita on Friday, extended the…