Tag: East Africa
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China FM Wang Yi Skips Somalia Visit, Lands in Tanzania
Overview: A Sudden Route Change in Africa’s Diplomatic Tour In a move that drew attention across the Horn of Africa and the broader continent, China’s foreign minister refrained from what would have been a historic first visit to Somalia. Instead, the high-profile diplomat continued straight to Tanzania, continuing an Africa-wide tour that observers say reflects…
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Fresh Impetus for Blue Economy: UDSM-IMS Champions Sustainable Ocean Progress
Transforming Zanzibar’s Seas into Economic Strength The blue economy is gaining momentum as a strategic pillar for Tanzania’s development, with the University of Dar es Salaam’s Institute of Marine Sciences (UDSM–IMS) playing a pivotal role in Zanzibar. Recent remarks by President Samia Suluhu Hassan underscore the institution’s leadership in research, innovation, and sustainable management of…
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AU Reaffirms One China Policy During Wang Yi Visit, Dismisses Taiwan Independence
AU Reaffirms One China Policy The African Union (AU) reaffirmed its commitment to the One China policy during the visit of China’s top diplomat, Wang Yi, to its headquarters in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. The reiteration came as Wang began a tour of several East African nations, underscoring Beijing’s long-standing position on Taiwan and highlighting the…
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AU Reaffirms One China Policy During Wang Yi Visit
AU Reaffirms One China Policy Amid Wang Yi Visit The African Union (AU) reinforced its commitment to the longstanding “One China” policy during a high-profile visit by China’s top diplomat, Wang Yi, to the AU headquarters in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, on Thursday. The reaffirmation comes as Wang embarked on a broader tour of East Africa,…
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Arusha Crowned a Top 2026 Destination by CNN Travel
Arusha Takes the Spotlight as a 2026 Travel Favorite In a notable nod to East Africa’s rich landscapes, CNN Travel named Arusha and the surrounding region among the best places to travel in 2026. Published at the close of 2025, the feature spotlights Tanzania’s cultural depth, dramatic scenery, and the gateway appeal of Arusha National…
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Mystery Deepens Over US Soldier Arrested with Explosives in Tanzania
Background In Musoma, a coastal town in Tanzania’s Mara Region, authorities announced the detention of a foreign national believed to be a U.S. soldier with dual Kenyan and American citizenship. The individual, described at the time as possessing dangerous explosives, sparked immediate concern about security and the broader implications for regional stability. The arrest occurred…
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Somalia Protests Largest Turnout Over Somaliland Recognition
Somali Protests Reach New High Over Somaliland Recognition Somalia witnessed its largest protests in years on Tuesday as tens of thousands of people took to streets across the country to condemn Israel’s recognition of Somaliland, a self-declared breakaway region. The demonstrations underscored deep sensitivities around sovereignty, territorial integrity, and regional geopolitics, drawing support and condemnation…
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Somali Protests Reach Largest Turnout Since Somaliland Recognition by Israel
Mass Demonstrations Erupt Across Somalia Thousands of Somalis gathered in cities and towns across the country on Tuesday to protest Israel’s recognition of Somaliland, the self-declared region that seeks full independence from Somalia. The demonstrations, described by organizers as the largest since Somaliland’s push for recognition intensified, drew participants from urban centers, rural districts, and…
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OSC Shutdown: Addis Ababa Forces Southern Cooperation Wind-Down
Background: What is the Organisation of Southern Cooperation? The Organisation of Southern Cooperation (OSC), based in Addis Ababa, is a regional body that brings together member states in the southern regions of Africa. It has historically focused on economic development, border coordination, and collaborative security initiatives. In recent months, the OSC has faced mounting financial…
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OSC Shutdown in Addis Ababa After Members Default on Dues
Overview: A Regional Body Faces an Uncertain Future The Addis Ababa-based Organisation of Southern Cooperation (OSC) is moving toward a formal wind-down after members failed to meet financial obligations, forcing a shutdown of its operations. The organization, which groups several southern nations under a cooperative framework, has long touted economic, diplomatic, and security collaborations as…