The East African Community has taken major steps to ease migration, but not all member states are keeping pace.

This is according to a new study authored by Alan Hirsch from the New South Institute, which highlights that while countries like Kenya, Uganda, and Rwanda, have embraced the Common Market Protocol, others are falling behind.

The report, titled "Opening Borders for Migration in the East African Community: Progressive Yet Uneven Reform", praises the region's progress since 2010 but warns that enforcement challenges and uneven commitment could slow full integration.

Alan Hirsch spoke to Asanda to further unpack the report...

The East African Community has taken major steps to ease migration, but not all member states are keeping pace.
This is according to a new study authored by Alan Hirsch from the New South Institute, which highlights that while countries like Kenya, Uganda, and Rwanda, have embraced the Common Market Protocol, others are falling behind.
The report, titled "Opening Borders for Migration in the East African Community: Progressive Yet Uneven Reform", praises the region's progress since 2010 but warns that enforcement challenges and uneven commitment could slow full integration.
Alan Hirsch spoke to Asanda to further unpack the report...

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Human Rights Watch says South Africa's authorities should intensify efforts to address anti-immigrant sentiments and violence to ensure the safety and protection of at-risk foreign nationals in the country. This follows recent anti-immigrant group March and March demonstrations against undocumented migrants in Pretoria, Johannesburg, and Durban. South Africa has been grappling with intermittent but widespread harassment against foreign nationals living in the country, whether refugees, asylum seekers, or both documented and undocumented migrants. Tsepiso Makwetla spoke to Human Rights Watch South African Researcher, Nomathamsanqa Masiko-Mpaka.

Human Rights Watch says South Africa's authorities should intensify efforts to address anti-immigrant sentiments and violence to ensure the safety and protection of at-risk foreign nationals in the country. This follows recent anti-immigrant group March and March demonstrations against undocumented migrants in Pretoria, Johannesburg, and Durban. South Africa has been grappling with intermittent but widespread harassment against foreign nationals living in the country, whether refugees, asylum seekers, or both documented and undocumented migrants. Tsepiso Makwetla spoke to Human Rights Watch South African Researcher, Nomathamsanqa Masiko-Mpaka.

'People's grievances are not unfounded, democracy gave ordinary South Africans political freedom with no economic freedom' -  Human Rights Watch Researcher, Nomathamsanqa Masiko-Mpaka

Welcome to the Tuesday edition of The Discourse, a daily feature on Rise and Shine, taking a closer look at the stories shaping the region and the world. This morning we turn our focus to the Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, where response efforts are being stepped up after the outbreak has already claimed lives, amid concerns over possible regional spread.  The World Health Organization says it is coordinating emergency operations, including the deployment of medical supplies, surveillance support, and wider preparedness measures aimed at containing the virus. Tsepiso Makwetla spoke to Dr Patrick Otim, Programme Area Manager for Emergency Response at the World Health Organisation's Regional Office for Africa.

Welcome to the Tuesday edition of The Discourse, a daily feature on Rise and Shine, taking a closer look at the stories shaping the region and the world. This morning we turn our focus to the Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, where response efforts are being stepped up after the outbreak has already claimed lives, amid concerns over possible regional spread. &nbsp;The World Health Organization says it is coordinating emergency operations, including the deployment of medical supplies, surveillance support, and wider preparedness measures aimed at containing the virus.&nbsp;Tsepiso Makwetla spoke to Dr Patrick Otim, Programme Area Manager for Emergency Response at the World Health Organisation's Regional Office for Africa.

'It is very important for communities to support public health interventions during Ebola outbreaks'- World Health Organisation's Dr Patrick Otim  

The Seventy-ninth World Health Assembly has concluded in Geneva following discussions on strengthening healthcare systems amid growing funding pressures, workforce shortages, and climate-related health threats. Held under the theme "Together for Health. Stand with Science," the Assembly focused on resilience, innovation, and inclusive leadership in global health. For African countries, the conversations come at a critical time as governments work to strengthen health systems and improve preparedness for future health emergencies. To reflect on the outcomes of the Assembly and what they mean for the continent, Tsepiso Makwetla spoke to Akhona Tshangela, Southern Africa Director at WomenLift Health.

The Seventy-ninth World Health Assembly has concluded in Geneva following discussions on strengthening healthcare systems amid growing funding pressures, workforce shortages, and climate-related health threats. Held under the theme "Together for Health. Stand with Science," the Assembly focused on resilience, innovation, and inclusive leadership in global health. For African countries, the conversations come at a critical time as governments work to strengthen health systems and improve preparedness for future health emergencies. To reflect on the outcomes of the Assembly and what they mean for the continent, Tsepiso Makwetla spoke to Akhona Tshangela, Southern Africa Director at WomenLift Health.

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