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President William Ruto has joined economic empowerment initiatives, hosting thousands of Nairobi residents at State House to provide items like motorbikes, sewing machines, and water tanks to help them start businesses. He defended the programmes, dismissing critics who called them short-term solutions. Ruto also praised the success of the Hustler Fund, which has helped many improve their lives, and urged youth to enroll in the Social Health Authority (SHA) programme for healthcare.
Cameroon has authorized its finance minister to borrow $1.67 billion through domestic and international sources to fund development projects and clear government arrears. The funding will come from treasury bonds, domestic private lenders, and international banks. While the move aims to boost liquidity, support infrastructure, and maintain debt within CEMAC limits, analysts caution that effective use of the funds is crucial, as past borrowings have sometimes remained idle. Public debt currently stands at 43% of GDP, below the 70% CEMAC threshold, but the government has not yet specified which projects will benefit from the new borrowing.
South Africa has launched a nationwide dialogue to confront its deepening social and political challenges, following the ANC’s loss of majority in the 2024 election. While hailed as inclusive, the initiative faces criticism over its high cost and doubts about its impact.
Tanzania and Burundi have launched a $2.15 billion Standard Gauge Railway to connect Uvinza to Musongati, unlocking faster trade access to the Port of Dar es Salaam. The project promises to revolutionize regional transport, boost mineral exports, and deepen East African integration.
Somalia has launched the Danabeysan digital signature system to authorise government payments, marking a significant step in its financial reform efforts.
During a brief summit at TICAD 9, Japan’s Prime Minister Ishiba and Burundi’s President Ndayishimiye pledged to strengthen bilateral ties, focusing on youth collaboration, infrastructure, and healthcare support. They also agreed to cooperate on global issues, including UN Security Council reform.
