East African Community Newswire

EAC speakers agree to engage governments on unpaid contributions

Arusha. Speakers of East African Community (EAC) partner states’ parliaments have agreed to engage their respective governments and finance ministries to accelerate payment of outstanding contributions to the regional bloc. The agreement was reached on …

What The 'EAC' On Your Electronics Actually Means

If you take a close look at your electronics, you'll spot various symbols, usually hidden somewhere on the back. One of these may be "EAC" spelled out in blocky, elongated letters. This is an example of a product certification mark, and on …

Somali parliament speaker chairs EAC Speakers’ Bureau meeting in Arusha

Saturday October 3, 2026 Arusha, Tanzania (HOL) — Somali Parliament Speaker Abdulkadir Mohamed Nur chaired the 21st meeting of the East African Community (EAC) Speakers’ Bureau in Arusha, Tanzania, on Friday, as regional lawmakers discussed parliamentary …

ONDITI: Why are businesses in EA still thinking country by country?

East Africa has no shortage of markets. What it continues to struggle with is turning those markets into one seamless business opportunity. That was one of the central questions emerging from the East Africa CEO & Investment Forum, held in Nairobi on …

Ndejembi: Africa must accelerate intergration

EGYPT: VICE-PRESIDENT Deogratius Ndejembi has called on African countries to accelerate the integration of transport, energy and digital infrastructure to boost trade, strengthen value chains while building a resilient continental economy capable of …

Uganda hosts Inaugural Conference on Military Operations Other Than War

Uganda is hosting the inaugural Conference on Military Operations Other Than War, bringing together defence and security leaders from across Africa and representatives of regional and international organisations to discuss emerging security challenges. The …

Kiir leaves Juba for Nairobi for talks on elections, regional stability

President Salva Kiir waves goodbye to members of his cabinet before departing for South Africa. (Photo: PPU) JUBA — South Sudan President Salva Kiir Mayardit on Sunday travelled to Kenya for high-level bilateral talks expected to focus on South Sudan’s …

MWENDWA: Why investors are putting their money in Kenya

Kenya Investment Authority (KenInvest) CEO John Mwendwa with Trade Principal Secretary Regina Ombam on January 31, 2026 /FILEKENYA has done the basic things right for a long time, and investors are now rewarding that consistency. Last year, Kenya …

EAC holds political confederation consultations in Rumbek

The East African Community (EAC) has held consultations in Rumbek, Lakes State, as part of efforts to draft a constitution for a proposed EAC Political Confederation. The two-day consultations, held on 29 and 30 September, brought together state officials …

Ghana’s NTEs to Africa hit US1.5bn

Ghana’s Non-Traditional Exports (NTEs) to Africa reached US$1.50 billion in 2025, with the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) and the Alliance of Sahel States (AES) accounting for the bulk of the exports. ECOWAS remained Ghana’s largest …

Busoga ends prayer week with calls for agriculture, regional development

Busoga has concluded its fourth Prayer Week in Mayuge District headquarters with a renewed call for unity, commercial agriculture and action to accelerate development across the sub-region. The week-long interfaith programme, held under the theme “Let’s …

Afreximbank hails Kenya’s 16bn US dollar Dangote oil refinery for bolstering EAC energy security

CAIRO: THE African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank) has congratulated the Government and people of Kenya on the groundbreaking of the Dangote oil refinery in Lamu, saying the 16bn US dollars   project could significantly expand Africa’s refining capacity …

NCAA: EAC wins second straight, beats Lyceum in late rally

EAC’s Jude Bagay soars for the two-pointer against the Lyceum defense during the NCAA Season 102 men’s basketball tournament. –NCAA Photo MANILA, Philippines—Emilio Aguinaldo College used to dread the fourth quarter in the NCAA Season 102 men’s basketball …

Inside East African Community’s South Sudan consultations on political confederation constitution

By Sabri Dibaco The East African Community (EAC) has officially opened national consultations in South Sudan on the proposed Constitution of the East African Political Confederation, calling on participants to freely express their views on the future of …

NCAA: EAC pulls away from Lyceum for second win

POLITICS: East African Community confederation talks begin in Juba

By Lodu William Odiya South Sudan has launched national consultations on the proposed political confederation within the East African Community (EAC), with the government calling on citizens to actively participate and present their views. Undersecretary …

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Phek launches Reform Utsav under People’s Plan Campaign

DC Rhosietho Ngouri addresses the gathering during the launching programme of Reform Utsav at Middle Khomi in Phek on October 2. Phek, October 4 (MExN): Reform Utsav, integrated with the People’s Plan Campaign — “Sabki Yojana, Sabka Vikas” — was launched …

Cyprus has repaired its finances – now it must invest in its future

The IMF said the island should prioritise high-quality investment in energy, climate adaptation and infrastructure Economic success creates a new question for Cyprus. Having repaired the state’s balance sheet, is the island using its financial strength …

王睿衡返台聚焦國際資產管理與金融科技發展

台北, TAIWAN, October 5, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- 隨著人工智慧、大數據與數位科技持續影響全球金融產業，長期參與國際資本市場及大中華股票投資領域的 Howard Wang 王睿衡近期返台，將多年累積的國際金融經驗與市場觀察帶回台灣，並關注金融、科技與產業之間的交流與合作。 逾三十年國際金融市場經驗 王睿衡畢業於美國耶魯大學經濟系。1995 年，他進入紐約 Lazard Frères 從事企業併購相關工作，其後加入 Goldman …

CTI Answers - Now Inside Microsoft Teams

RST CTI Assistant, RST Cloud's AI-powered threat intelligence advisor, is now available as a bot inside Microsoft Teams. SYDNEY, NSW, AUSTRALIA, October 5, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- RST CTI Assistant, RST Cloud's AI-powered threat …

Rasmal Ventures Partners with Türkiye’s Bilişim Vadisi to Build a Startup Bridge Between the Gulf and Türkiye

The agreement connects Qatar’s institutional capital with one of the world’s fastest-rising startup ecosystems and its flagship hub, Terminal Istanbul. DOHA, QATAR, October 5, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Rasmal Ventures, Qatar’s first institutionally …

International Unitarian Organization Launches Monthly Global Reflection with Young Unitarian Niklas Weber

Young Unitarian, Lead Rapper and Engineer from Germany HARTFORD, CT, UNITED STATES, October 4, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Unitarian Universalist Worldwide Youth Network (UUWYN.org) (pronounced “you win”) announces the launch of its Monthly …

Registration Opens for 2027 U.S. Identity Preserved International Summit

The U.S. Identity Preserved International Summit will unite stakeholders from across the global identity preserved agriculture value chain Feb. 22–24 in Tokyo. TOKYO, JAPAN, October 5, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The U.S. Identity Preserved International …

Team Luberon MUC Make Their Move at the Adventure Racing World Championship

On day 4 of ‘ARWC2026 - Corsica is Magic’, the race had a clear leader for the first time as Team Luberon MUC broke away from the lead pack. BENTONVILLE, AR, UNITED STATES, October 4, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- On day 4 of ‘ARWC2026 - Corsica is Magic’, …

0 to 100K GenAI Impressions: Raaquib's AI SEO Case Study

Raaquib Pathan, a Dubai-based SEO consultant, recently published a new AI SEO case study on a German-based SaaS product scaling GenAI impressions from 0 to 100k DUBAI, DUBAI, UNITED ARAB EMIRATES, October 4, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- A new B2B …

Pesa Becomes Member of Payments Canada, Joining Canada’s Expanding Payments Ecosystem

Membership gives Pesa a pathway to apply for participation in Canada's national payment systems as it builds toward faster, more transparent ways to move money TORONTO, ONTARIO, CANADA, October 3, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Pesa, a cross- …

India Giving Day 2027 is a Call to #ShareTheAbundance

Registration is now open for nonprofit organizations focused on India. Applications must be received by October 31, 2026. WASHINGTON, DC, DC, UNITED STATES, October 2, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The India Philanthropy Alliance (IPA) has …

Rare Jerusalem-Born Kanaani Designated 'Heirs to King Solomon’s Feline Throne'

The rare Jerusalem-born Kanaani connects Jewish tradition, King Solomon’s golden cat, and modern international preservation efforts. BROOKLYN, NY, UNITED STATES, October 2, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The World Kanaani Organization (TWKO), in …

KCCLA Opens Global K-Zone 'LA:ON' on October 9

A new space to experience Korean heritage and contemporary K-lifestyle LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, October 2, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Korean Cultural Center Los Angeles (KCCLA) will open Global K-Zone “LA:ON” on October 9, introducing a new …

Darvishi Releases Breakup Anthem, 'Jat Khali Nabood'

NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, October 2, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Darvishi, Iranian-American pop artist, has released a new single, “Jat Khali Nabood.” This single follows closely after her previous track “Jelo,” released in June of this year …

Nasser Medical Hospital: Gaza’s Largest Remaining Hospital Has No Syringes Left

Doctors Against Genocide warns of a total medical shutdown at the Nasser Medical Complex Gaza’s largest remaining hospital due to the Israeli government’s siege BOSTON, MA, UNITED STATES, October 2, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Doctors Against …

Methanol Fuel Cell Market Projected to Reach $5.57 Billion by 2030 Driven by Robust Industry Expansion

The Business Research Company's Methanol Fuel Cell Market Projected to Reach $5.57 Billion by 2030 Driven by Robust Industry Expansion LONDON, GREATER LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, October 2, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- "The methanol fuel cell …

Detailed Military Aerial Refueling Tanker Market Report Includes Forecasts, Innovations, and Industry Perspectives

The Business Research Company's Detailed Military Aerial Refueling Tanker Market Report Includes Forecasts, Innovations, and Industry Perspectives LONDON, GREATER LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, October 2, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- "The …

The Medical Plastic Extrusion Market is Projected to Reach $6.82 Billion by 2030 Driven by Robust Industry Expansion

The Business Research Company's The Medical Plastic Extrusion Market is Projected to Reach $6.82 Billion by 2030 Driven by Robust Industry Expansion LONDON, GREATER LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, October 2, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- "The …

Memory Integrated Circuit Market Set to Grow at 9.9% CAGR Driven by Expanding Industry Applications

The Business Research Company's Memory Integrated Circuit Market Set to Grow at 9.9% CAGR Driven by Expanding Industry Applications LONDON, GREATER LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, October 2, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- "The memory integrated …

The Metallurgical Grade Anhydrous Ammonia Market Is Expected to Grow to $8.04 Billion by 2030 with a CAGR of 4.9%

The Business Research Company's The Metallurgical Grade Anhydrous Ammonia Market Is Expected to Grow to $8.04 Billion by 2030 with a CAGR of 4.9% LONDON, GREATER LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, October 2, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- "The …

The Medium-Duty Pickup Truck Market is projected to reach a value of billion by 2030, growing at a CAGR of

The Business Research Company's The Medium-Duty Pickup Truck Market is projected to reach a value of billion by 2030, growing at a CAGR of LONDON, GREATER LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, October 2, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- "The medium-duty …

The Methanol Market is projected to grow at a CAGR of 6.1%, reaching a value of $51.28 billion by 2030.

The Business Research Company's The Methanol Market is projected to grow at a CAGR of 6.1%, reaching a value of $51.28 billion by 2030. LONDON, GREATER LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, October 2, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- "The methanol market …