Govt plans talks with Tanzania over new trade restrictions

Analysis: Kenya will hold talks with Tanzania in early August to address new "discriminatory" tax measures and trade restrictions. These measures, including a ban on non-citizens operating small-scale businesses, threaten regional integration within the East African Community (EAC).

Tanzania’s ban on foreigners operating small businesses sparks Kenyan backlash

Analysis: Tanzania has banned foreign nationals from operating small-scale businesses in 15 sectors, drawing strong criticism and backlash from neighboring Kenya. The move aims to protect local traders but has sparked concerns about violating East African Community (EAC) free movement agreements.

Kenya, Uganda ink 8 new trade deals to boost bilateral relations

Analysis: Kenya and Uganda signed eight new bilateral MoUs on Wednesday, building on 17 existing agreements to bolster cooperation across key sectors. The signing ceremony in Nairobi was witnessed by visiting Ugandan President Yoweri Museveni and his Kenyan counterpart William Ruto.

Ruto, Museveni raise concerns over trade restrictions in East Africa