
East African News Roundup: Politics, Land Disputes, and Health Dominate Headlines
News from Kenya and Tanzania: A Roundup of June 3, 2025 Headlines Kenya and Tanzania saw a flurry of news on June 3, 2025, covering diverse topics. In Kenya, the People Daily reported on Raila Odinga's alleged support for Ruto's actions, while The Standard focused on a land dispute involving Weston Hotel. In Uganda, The Daily Monitor highlighted a large pilgrimage to a Catholic shrine, drawing thousands of faithful. Shifting international health funding priorities prompted Tanzania's plan to revive local ARV manufacturing, as reported in The Citizen. The government aims to reduce reliance on foreign aid. Political tensions remain in Tanzania, with the court rejecting a plea to drop a case against Tundu Lissu, Chadema's chairman, and the Gwajima church facing closure for political sermons, as reported by Mwananchi. The situation underscores the complex interplay of politics, religion, and health in the region.