The EastAfricanEditorial /oped/editorial/434752-434752-15gko9y/index.html EDITORIAL: Burundi’s future rests on smooth power transition The latest polls were largely seen as a moon-shot at an orderly handover of power. 2020-05-23T13:10:07Z EAC states must avoid falling into Covid-19 debt trap It is erroneous for Africa to assume that its debt will always be forgiven. 2020-05-16T13:10:05Z Confusion at East Africa borders will slow down economies EAC members have over time slowly digressed from commitments. 2020-05-09T13:27:34Z EDITORIAL: Burundi should reconsider its upcoming poll Bujumbura has imposed only minimal restrictions to movement. 2020-05-02T12:00:55Z EDITORIAL: Coronavirus is a test of unity for the EAC East Africa has been engaged in a frenzied battle to flatten the infections curve. 2020-04-25T11:51:14Z EDITORIAL: Beijing must stop the discrimination against Africans China is under fire for the widespread mistreatment of Africans. 2020-04-18T12:56:30Z EDITORIAL: We must all heed WHO’s warning on coronavirus Tanzania has been the regional outlier, adopting a more relaxed posture toward the threat. 2020-04-11T08:41:22Z EDITORIAL: Stop brutal force on civilians when enforcing curfews Force applied to control unarmed civilians must be reasonable and proportionate. 2020-04-04T11:28:27Z EDITORIAL: Fight covid-19, yes, but leave borders open for traders If price controls are to have a chance at all, supply lines need to remain open. 2020-03-28T10:28:12Z EDITORIAL: Region on right track in virus war, more can be done The response so far has been dominated by execution of the state’s powers of coercion. 2020-03-21T10:30:59Z EDITORIAL: East Africa needs shield against Covid-19 economic shocks Shallow levels of external reserves mean that the region will likely be on its knees. 2020-03-14T11:19:19Z EDITORIAL: EAC presidents must not delay Summit further A reversal of roles might be necessary if EAC integration is to be freed from politics. 2020-03-07T12:39:33Z EDITORIAL: Our govts have so far failed the coronavirus test New infections around the world have overtaken those reported in China. 2020-02-29T10:28:57Z South Sudanese deserve a better, peaceful future The transitional government should be seen as a process rather than an end in itself. 2020-02-22T14:47:28Z EDITORIAL: Kenya must be cautious on trade deal with the US The benefits for both parties are tempting. 2020-02-15T13:13:25Z EDITORIAL: Moi leaves an indelible mark on EA’s landscape Daniel Moi had his failings, but his legacy will be remembered for a very long time. 2020-02-08T09:13:00Z EDITORIAL: Coronavirus is spreading fast; is East Africa ready for it? Compared to 2003, East Africa is more connected to China today. 2020-02-01T09:44:56Z EDITORIAL: East Africa states must wage joint war on locust invasion Commentators are describing the invasion as the most serious in 70 years. 2020-01-25T14:14:31Z EDITORIAL: Deeper political ties will cool off EAC trade rows The East African Community Common Market Protocol is going through a reality check. 2020-01-18T15:22:31Z EDITORIAL: Amisom needs staying power to beat al Shabaab One area that needs to come under Amisom’s grip are the illegal trade networks. 2020-01-11T14:48:56Z EDITORIAL: Region’s course into new decade pegged on polls Burundi, Ethiopia, Somalia and Tanzania are all slated to hold elections this year. 2020-01-04T08:18:00Z EDITORIAL: Africa must end its fears, build a prosperous future Many African countries are more open to outsiders while they remain shuttered to fellow Africans. 2019-12-28T13:03:39Z EDITORIAL: What next for Tullow Oil and East Africa? Tullow has been walking the high wire as the value of its acquisitions diminished. 2019-12-21T11:50:32Z EDITORIAL: Lessons from Kenya, Uganda milk story Kenya is once again demonstrating maturity and regional leadership. 2019-12-14T13:21:24Z EDITORIAL: Tanzania can protest but retain its court membership The current drift towards authoritarianism is likely to polarise Tanzania more. 2019-12-07T14:49:00Z