#East Africa

Uganda's army chief and presidential son Muhoozi Kainerugaba has shut down major independent media outlets, drawing international condemnation and raising fears of a looming authoritarian power transition.

Kenyan human rights groups report six protesters found dumped and tortured following arrests at memorial gatherings for those killed during 2024 anti-government demonstrations, with one still missing.

A new autobiographical play in Nairobi confronts Kenya's escalating gender-based violence epidemic, using raw storytelling to empower survivors and demand systemic change.

Protests over rising fuel prices in Kenya turned deadly, with four reported dead and 30 injured amid nationwide unrest.