East Africa

  • May 22, 2017
  • 7 min read

Rising African populism will threaten status quo

The rise of left-wing populist leaders in several African countries is challenging political and economic orthodoxy

Southern Africa
  • Apr 19, 2017
  • 7 min read

Gold flows through Uganda are set to increase

Uganda is re-establishing itself as a hub for gold, drawing in raw material from restive areas on its borders

Uganda
  • Apr 7, 2017
  • 7 min read

Alcohol demand will rise in East Africa

International firms seek to capitalise on East Africa’s alcohol markets

East Africa
  • Feb 28, 2017
  • 7 min read

East African unity will prove elusive

Divided opinions over a regional trade deal highlight the lack of harmony within East Africa

East Africa
  • Dec 19, 2016
  • 7 min read

East Africa prioritises road construction

A spate of road building aims to bring economic and security benefits while furthering integration

East Africa
  • Dec 7, 2016
  • 6 min read

Sovereignty fears may sink East Africa monetary union

Risks to a common currency loom as a 2024 goal for East Africa’s monetary union approaches

East Africa
  • Nov 29, 2016
  • 7 min read

Prospects for East Africa in 2017

A host of political and security risks will confront East Africa next year

East Africa
  • Nov 23, 2016
  • 7 min read

Peacekeeping concerns risk instability in East Africa

Rising insecurity in East Africa is testing the durability of regional peacekeeping arrangements

East Africa