East Africa

East Africa business news covering Kenya, Tanzania, Uganda, Rwanda, Ethiopia, and the EAC. Regional trade, infrastructure corridors, and investment intelligence.

Kenya targets 5 million tourists

Kenya launched its "Experience Wonder" global tourism campaign at ITB Berlin 2026, targeting 5 million international arrivals by 2027 —…

World Bank puts $500m into Nairobi rail

The World Bank has committed $500 million (Sh64.6 billion) to upgrade the 57km Nairobi Central to Thika commuter rail into…

Tanzania cuts maternal deaths by 80%

Tanzania has slashed maternal mortality from 556 to 104 per 100,000 live births and cut under-five deaths from 67 to…

Cardi B, Wizkid and Vybz Kartel: Nairobi’s biggest year

Nairobi is hosting two major international concert events in 2026: the Afro Topia Music Festival in April with Cardi B,…