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East Africa has the raw materials but lacks the factories

  Frank Dafa, executive director of the Confederation of Tanzania Industries, argued that agriculture, livestock production and manufacturing needed to be more closely connected.   Manufacturers and policymakers urged cheaper finance, predictable trade …

Ugandan shilling suffers historic depreciation, Museveni refuses to tap thin forex reserves

Uganda's shilling touched UGX 4,500 per dollar on October 23, its weakest nominal point in over three decades, losing more than 11% in a single month The Bank of Uganda raised its Central Bank Rate by 225 basis points to 12% in an emergency meeting, …

EAC lawmakers seek better access to haemophilia treatment

NCAA: Chris Hubilla powers JRU over EAC to sustain form

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Six vultures dead as EAC safety measures criticised

Six vultures have died and another has been seriously injured in incidents involving electricity poles in the Korfi area, with the Game and Fauna Service warning that the risks had been identified well before the first bird was killed. In an announcement …

The Horn Of Africa States: Somalia’s Pivot Away From A Fragmenting Horn – OpEd

Key Takeaways: The article argues that the East African Community’s recent expansions—incorporating Somalia in 2024 and the Democratic Republic of Congo—have produced asymmetrical economic outcomes, with Somali firms displaced by regional goods and …

Ruto Picks Former Minister, Ex-Senator in Latest Appointments

President William Ruto has led several Cabinet Secretaries in making fresh appointments to several state agencies in a bid to streamline and enhance government operations ahead of the 2027 General Elections. In a Gazette Notice dated Friday, October 30, …

Epic's Linux anti-cheat wants TPM 2.0 and a stack of settings, and you can check your own PC in about five minutes

When Windows 11 arrived on the block, people running Windows 10 with older hardware hit a brick wall. Windows 11 requires a CPU with TPM 2.0, and if yours didn't have it, you had to perform workarounds just to get it installed. The alternative was to …

Why value addition is essential for Tanzania’s $1 trillion economy ambition

Dar es Salaam. Tanzania’s ambition to build a $1 trillion economy by 2050 will depend not only on expanding production but also on its ability to process more of its agricultural produce and minerals before they reach export markets, stakeholders say. …

Arusha steps up Ebola screening at Kenya border

Arusha. Arusha Region has stepped up measures to prevent Ebola from entering Tanzania, training more than 100 health workers, setting aside an isolation and treatment facility and strengthening screening at the Namanga border post following the …

Kenya's economy grows by 5.1% in second quarter of 2026, list of sectors that recorded growth

Kenya's economy posted stronger growth in the second quarter of 2026 compared to the same period last year The services sector was the standout performer, but agriculture and industry told a different story The Central Bank of Kenya has pointed to …

African health experts urge immediate action over new Ebola cases

African health experts have called for an immediate and coordinated response from pan-African authorities after new cases of the Bundibugyo Ebola virus emerged in Kenya and Nigeria.   The rare Bundibugyo virus, for which there is no approved vaccine or …

Crowd came out in support of EAC

October 7, 2026 Mary Koester News 0 PUBLIC HEARING–With a packed gym behind him, Evansville Village President Kenny Kempfer is pictured addressing the Sparta School District Board at Monday night’s hearing to discuss the possible closure of Evansville …

Ebola spread prompts call for coordinated African response

[NAIROBI, SciDev.Net] African health experts have called for an immediate and coordinated response from pan-African authorities after new cases of the Bundibugyo Ebola virus emerged in Kenya and Nigeria. The rare Bundibugyo virus, for which there is no …

Commission issues order of conditions for proposed fire station

NORTH ANDOVER — A proposed third fire station in town continues to be reviewed by local boards and commissions. The Conservation Commission voted to issue an order of conditions on the notice of intent for the proposed station at the corner of Berry and …

Kirkland's Home closes more stores as shutdowns mount

Kirkland’s Home is preparing to close more stores, extending a difficult year for the home decor retailer as its parent company works to improve profitability. The latest round of shutdowns will leave shoppers in several communities with fewer nearby …

Uganda, Kenya push for cheaper airfares and deeper tourism trade integration

By Malcolm Musiime MOMBASA, Kenya — Uganda and Kenya are seeking to deepen commercial integration in tourism, with industry stakeholders calling for lower regional airfares, easier cross-border movement and greater investment in digital services to unlock …

Helldivers 2 Update 1.007.200 Patch Notes for PS5, PC & Xbox

Arrowhead Game Studios released Helldivers 2 version 1.007.200 on October 20, 2026, marking a significant technical shift for the co-op shooter. This patch officially replaces the previous GameGuard anti-cheat system with Easy Anti-Cheat (EAC) across PC, …

MENA Construction Summit 2026 and UNBX 2.0 Join Forces in Dubai This November

The event brings over 400 senior leaders together to tackle how the region builds its infrastructure, where people live and work in, and how both are sustained DUBAI, DUBAI, UNITED ARAB EMIRATES, November 4, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- MENA …

More than half of developers are anxious about their long-term careers as AI rewrites the job

LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, November 4, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- More than half (54%) of software developers are anxious about their long-term careers as AI changes the skills they need and the work they do, according to new research from …

France and Italy Join 2026 Global Mayors Dialogue in Ningbo

Officials from France and Italy are among those from 15 countries in Ningbo, Nov. 2 to 5. NINGBO, ZHEJIANG, CHINA, November 4, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Joachim Moyse, mayor of Saint-Étienne-du-Rouvray and vice president of Métropole Rouen …

Austria and North Macedonia Join 2026 Global Mayors Dialogue in Ningbo

Austria and North Macedonia officials are among those from 15 countries in Ningbo, Nov. 2 to 5. NINGBO, ZHEJIANG, CHINA, November 4, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Aleksandar Kitanski, mayor of Pehčevo, and Sebastian Kovacs, a representative of the …

Auckland Mayor Joins Egyptian Officials at 2026 Global Mayors Dialogue in Ningbo

The Auckland mayor and Egyptian officials are among those from 15 countries in Ningbo, Nov. 2 to 5. NINGBO, ZHEJIANG, CHINA, November 4, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Wayne Brown, mayor of Auckland, and Ahmed Wazeery, secretary-general of Suez …

Errachidia Mayor Joins 2026 Global Mayors Dialogue in Ningbo

Errachidia's mayor is among officials from 15 countries in Ningbo, Nov. 2 to 5. NINGBO, ZHEJIANG, CHINA, November 4, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Said Karimi, mayor of Errachidia, is among officials from 15 countries at the 2026 Global Mayors …

Jelili Atiku to Perform in Lagos as 1922 Revisited Opens West Africa Edition

Third Space Art Foundation and CCA Lagos present 4 November performance, 7 November panel exploring African cultural memory, colonial archives, and restitution NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, November 4, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Internationally …

Whish Money Opens Its First Flagship Store in Montreal, Marking a New Milestone in Its Global Expansion

With over 2.5 million users worldwide, Whish Money expands globally with its first Canadian flagship store, bringing trusted financial services to Montreal. MONTREAL, QUEBEC, CANADA, November 4, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Whish Money, a leading …

Apostille FBI Report and Fingerprint Boston Join Forces on One-Stop FBI Background Check and Apostille Service

One order now covers the fingerprints, the FBI Identity History Summary and the State Department apostille, with remote card review for Americans living abroad. BOSTON, MA, UNITED STATES, November 3, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Apostille FBI Report, …

Jaberi Lawyers Highlights Immigration Planning for Hiring and Business Expansion in Germany

Jaberi Lawyers advises employers, entrepreneurs, and professionals on German immigration law and coordinates cross-border mobility with legal partners. HAMBURG, GERMANY, November 3, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Hiring across borders, relocating …

Best NAATI Certified Translation in Australia: LEXIGO, NAATI Endorsed and Triple ISO Certified

NAATI translation buyers can now check providers on NAATI's public register. LEXIGO, NAATI Endorsed (LSP950085), explains what to look for. MELBOURNE, VICTORIA, AUSTRALIA, November 4, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Translation services Australia …

World Cleanup Day 2027 opens call for host city and partners

Nairobi, 3 November 2026 — UN-Habitat has opened a call for expressions of interest from governments, private sector organizations, non-governmental organizations, educational institutions and other interested partners to host the global observance of …

Fingerprint Boston Launches Mobile Fingerprinting for Out-of-State Medical and Pharmaceutical Licensing

Technician-rolled FD-258 cards and Live Scan prints at the workplace, about 10 minutes per person, for medical, pharmaceutical staff licensing in other states BOSTON, MA, UNITED STATES, November 3, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Fingerprint Boston …

When cows cross the line

How communities in Guinea-Bissau are finding common ground over land In eastern Guinea-Bissau, local mediators are helping farmers and herders settle disputes over crops, livestock and shared resources. Their work points to a bigger question: how can …

Detailed Engerix-B Market Analysis Including Forecasts, Innovations, and Industry Perspectives

The Business Research Company’s Engerix-B Market Global Market Report 2026 – Market Size, Trends, And Forecast 2026-2035 LONDON, GREATER LONDON , UNITED KINGDOM, November 3, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The global fight against hepatitis B has seen …

Enjaymo Market Analysis Report Exploring Demand Patterns and Competitive Landscape

The Business Research Company’s Enjaymo Market Global Market Report 2026 – Market Size, Trends, And Forecast 2026-2035 LONDON, GREATER LONDON , UNITED KINGDOM, November 3, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Enjaymo market is evolving rapidly, driven by …

EHMA Italian Chapter Explores How Neuroscience Is Redefining the Gastronomic Experience in Luxury Hospitality

The Italian Chapter Autumn Meeting, held alongside EHMA’s Extraordinary General Meeting, brought together European hospitality leaders to celebrate excellence. SANREMO, ITALY, November 3, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Italian Chapter of the …

Enbrel Mini Market Trends and Forecast Analysis Indicate Significant Long-Term Growth Potential

The Business Research Company’s Enbrel Mini Market Global Market Report 2026 – Market Size, Trends, And Forecast 2026-2035 LONDON, GREATER LONDON , UNITED KINGDOM, November 3, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Enbrel Mini market is gaining …

Accion Labs Recognized as a Global Leader in the ISG Provider Lens® Generative AI Services 2026 Study

ISG positions Accion Labs as a Leader in GenAI Strategy and Consulting Services and GenAI Development and Deployment Services PITTSBURGH, PA, UNITED STATES, November 3, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Accion Labs, an AI-Led Innovation Engineering …

Artificial Intelligence (AI)-Driven Rare Disease Diagnosis Highlights Significant Growth Prospects Through 2030

The Business Research Company's Artificial Intelligence (AI)-Powered Rare Disease Diagnosis Market Report 2026 – Market Size, Trends, And Forecast 2026-2035 LONDON, GREATER LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, November 3, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- …