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Tensions between Uganda and the West may slowly grow

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UGANDA

This bill drew condemnation from the United States, the United Kingdom and other Western countries, triggering much anti-Western rhetoric from Museveni and his regime.

Total could disappoint East African hopes

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EAST AFRICA

The news will be noted in East Africa, where Total’s acquisition of Maersk Oil in August adds Kenya’s onshore oil reserves to its regional portfolio. However, expectations that…

UN exit foreshadows worsening repression in Uganda

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UGANDA

The move has been criticised by activists, civil society and the political opposition, who say the government wants to evade scrutiny of its rights violations.

Uganda will face lengthy battle over land acquisition

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UGANDA

The motion passed only after violent scenes in parliament, as opposition legislators were forcibly ejected from the chamber. The bill should now be introduced within a month, with…

Israel’s ‘return to Africa’ faces blockages

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ISRAEL/AFRICA

While rejecting African immigrants, Israel’s government has identified deepening political ties with Africa as a key foreign policy priority. It seeks observer status at the…

Samia’s foreign policy will buy goodwill for Tanzania

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TANZANIA

Samia’s administration appears markedly more open on foreign policy issues, although there are growing concerns this may not be matched by any greater openness towards domestic…

Total acquisition could buoy East African oil fortunes

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EAST AFRICA

East African oil prospects.

Museveni’s return poses challenges to EU-Africa treaty

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AFRICA/EU

However, his triumph also highlights the serious challenges that face a new EU-Africa trade and development treaty due to come onstream in late 2021 in relation to its trade, aid…

Court ruling entrenches Uganda anti-homosexuality act

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UGANDA

The ruling leaves Uganda at odds with Western donors that have criticised the law and leaves Uganda’s LGBT community facing the prospect of potentially intensifying persecution.

Rwanda will prioritise regional issues

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RWANDA

Rwandan foreign relations.