Christopher Kayumba
The EastAfrican
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Past articles by Christopher:
Africa’s transformation is based on ideas of the future
No one is betting that the AfCFTA will be implemented! → Read More
For trade deal to work first allow Africans to move around freely
The signing of this AfCFTA agreement is a big deal. → Read More
With all due respect, listing disrespect as traffic offence is wrong
Police ought to define traffic offences succinctly to avoid loopholes that might arise. → Read More
Opposing RMC, Rura decisions leave media self-regulation in doubt
The problem with media regulation today is located in the ambiguous media law. → Read More
Exit of Zuma, Mugabe, Desalegn shows power is with the “elite”
Not all resignations are due to democracy; in some cases, its lack thereof. → Read More
Disruptive technology is an opportunity not a threat
Technology has made it easier for anyone to start a media outlet. → Read More
‘People’s president’ phenomenon could have domino effect in EA
This development is a scar on the body-politic and democratisation experiment in the region. → Read More
AU’s bid to self-finance a litmus test on spirit of pan-Africanism
Four features in this new reform initiative give cause for optimism. → Read More
Trump affirms that a nation’s reputation is based on its leaders
Trump’s alleged racism has given a platform and a voice to anti-racism activists. → Read More
Meet the two main forces undermining EAC integration
The two groups are up against “pan-East Africans” who are genuinely interested in integration. → Read More
To produce quality graduates, overhaul entire school system
The poor quality of graduates is often blamed on “theory-driven” education system. → Read More
If criticising leaders is criminalised, forget holding govt to account
Clearly, singling out government officials seems aimed at shielding them from public scrutiny. → Read More
End of an error: Comrade Bob’s ouster points to ailment of liberation movements
The greatest lesson Mugabe leaves us is that every cause and struggle has its own heroes. → Read More
Tribe is not the problem, but its use in dishing out mis/fortune
Little effort is made to explain exactly what makes tribe or ethnicity politically explosive. → Read More
It’s the politicians and their thirst for power who fail the police
primary challenge to law and order isn’t internal to the police; it’s external and political. → Read More
Why does the need to stay in power generate conflicts in East Africa?
"To make the presidential race more peaceful, a middle-ground needs to be reached." → Read More
Media sustainability calls for mergers and strategic investment
So, how can media be more profitable and sustainable? → Read More
Kenya’s and Uganda’s current affairs illustrate birth pains of democracy
"A political system that advances democratic peace and undermines violence." → Read More
Explaining democracy and press freedom in the Rwanda context
“Leaders fail to understand that media freedom is more than having many media outlets.” → Read More
Kagame faces two critical challenges in the next seven years
"These two challenges will not only define Kagame’s legacy but also the country’s success long after he has left office.” → Read More