Kenya
Ruto's government prepares public for next budget
With three months to go before the unveiling of the next finance bill, the administration is proceeding cautiously and expanding its publicity campaigns about tax, mindful that the previous budget sparked demonstrations.
Burundi
Ndayishimiye prepares for potential M23 advance in South Kivu
The possibility of an M23 offensive on Bukavu is a huge concern for Burundi, which depends on foreign currency and resources from the DRC. The Burundian army fears a confrontation with the Rwandan-backed rebel movement, as well as with armed groups opposed to Ndayishimiye.