Regional integration
DRC is set to join the East African Community: what’s in it for everyone?
In February, East African Community ministers recommended the Democratic Republic of Congo's admission. The decision is set to be formalised by the bloc's presidents on 29 March
The Rwanda border is open but distrust could close it again
Rwanda has now fully reopened the Gatuna border with Uganda, ending a three-year impasse. But the issue is not yet a settled matter
Uganda exports to Rwanda hit hard by border closure
The ongoing standoff between Uganda and Rwanda, which saw the latter closing its borders in late February, has hit Ugandan exports to its south-western neighbour, recent data show
East Africa should intervene to defuse Rwanda-Uganda tensions
Although a military confrontation between Uganda and Rwanda remains implausible, today’s situation is reminiscent of the worst days between the two neighbours. Leaders of the region need to do more to avert a violent scenario
5 things about the African Continental Free Trade Agreement
Forty-four member states of the African Union have signed the African Continental Free Trade Agreement which aims to create a single continental market for goods and services, with free movement of people and capital, paving way for the establishment of a customs union