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East African Lung Cancer Study Reveals Unexpected Risk Factors

A five-year study in East Africa found lung cancer is prevalent among women and non-smokers, linked to indoor air pollution, past TB infections, and impacting older farmers and peasants.

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Good Health and Well-being
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Somali-American Elected to Ohio State Legislature; Road Named After Somali National Hero

Ismaaciil Maxamed, a Somali-American, won an Ohio state representative seat—a first for Somali-Americans—and a Columbus road was named after Sayid Maxamed Abdulle Hassan; this follows the formation of a unified Somali advocacy group in Ohio representing over ten state and local officials.

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Reduced Inequality
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Uganda Reopens DRC Border Crossings Despite M23 Concerns

On July 10, 2025, Uganda reopened the Bunagana and Ishasha border crossings with the DRC, resuming trade after a three-year closure imposed due to M23 rebel activity and accusations of Ugandan support for the rebels; this decision, influenced by General Muhoozi Kainerugaba, prioritizes economic inte...

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EAC Prioritizes BRI-Backed Infrastructure for Trade Boost

The East African Community's (EAC) $109 million 2025-26 budget prioritizes cross-border transport infrastructure, heavily supported by Chinese Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) funding, to boost intra-African trade and integration, with key projects including Standard Gauge Railway expansions and highw...

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Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure
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EAC's $109 Million Infrastructure Plan Boosts East African Trade with Chinese BRI Support

The East African Community (EAC) plans a $109 million investment in cross-border transport, focusing on railway and highway expansion, and digital connectivity, with significant Chinese Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) support, improving regional trade and connectivity.

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Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure
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Kenya Crackdown: 10 Killed in Anti-Government Protests, Democracy Under Threat

At least 10 people were killed in Kenya during nationwide anti-government protests, prompting condemnation from the Law Society of Kenya and raising concerns about declining democracy in the region, mirroring similar crackdowns in Tanzania and Uganda.

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Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions
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DRC Peace Talks Resume in Doha Amidst Continued Fighting

Following a July 19th declaration of principles in Doha, peace negotiations between the DRC government and M23 rebels are set to resume in Doha, Qatar, on August 17, focusing on M23 disarmament, prisoner exchanges, and security guarantees, with concerns of further escalation if no agreement is reach...

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Tanzania Launches Major Chinese-Funded Logistics Center

Tanzanian President Samia Suluhu Hassan launched the \$170 million East Africa Commercial and Logistics Center (EACLC) in Dar es Salaam on August 1st, 2025, a Chinese-developed facility projected to boost regional trade, create over 50,000 jobs, and significantly increase Tanzanian tax revenue.

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Seven Djiboutian Soldiers Killed in Northern Attack

Seven Djiboutian soldiers died, and six went missing in an attack on an army base in Garabtisan, northern Djibouti, on Friday, claimed by a splinter group of the Front for the Restoration of Unity and Democracy (FRUD), an armed opposition group that has clashed with the government since 1991.

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Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions
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EAC Prioritizes BRI-Backed Infrastructure in $109 Million Budget

The East African Community's $109 million 2025-26 budget prioritizes cross-border transport corridors, heavily reliant on Chinese BRI investment, boosting rail and road networks across eight member states including Kenya, Tanzania, Rwanda, Burundi, Uganda, and others, to improve intra-African trade.

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Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure
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EAC Prioritizes Chinese-Backed Infrastructure in $109 Million Budget

The East African Community's (EAC) $109 million 2025-26 budget prioritizes Chinese-supported cross-border transport corridors, including railway and highway expansions and digital connectivity, to boost regional trade and integration within its eight-member bloc.

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Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure
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Kenya Apologizes to Tanzania Amidst Allegations of Activist Torture

Kenyan President Ruto apologized to Tanzania for unspecified wrongdoings, following reports of torture and detention of Kenyan activist Boniface Mwangi and Ugandan activist Agather Atuhaire in Tanzania while supporting imprisoned opposition leader Tundu Lissu.

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