Sowing the Seeds: The Influences of Cultural ‘Modernisation’ on Agriculture in East Africa
East Africa's agricultural sector is at a crossroads where traditional and modern challenges collide. Global technological advancements, climate change, and persistent social inequities manifested in land governance have called for sustainable management of agricultural resources in the region. As East Africa and the rest of the world experience various social and cultural revolutions, could these changes hold insights on how to create more resilient agricultural systems and guide stakeholders in redefining this sector?
AFCON 2027: A Game-Changer for Socioeconomic Development in East Africa
The 2027 African Cup of Nations (AFCON) will be jointly hosted by Uganda, Kenya, and Tanzania. AFCON has the potential to catalyse development across sports, infrastructure and transport in the region. However, without strategic planning and substantial investments made for the tournament, there runs the risk of encumbering losses.
Big or Bloated? The Rapid Growth of the East African Community
With the rapid expansion of the East African Community (EAC), one cannot help but question the bloc's ability to integrate new members without losing cohesion. Can the EAC capitalise on its extended reach, or will the burden of its ambitions cause the foundation to crack?
