Disaster preparedness means “a set of measures undertaken in advance by governments, organisations, communities, or individuals to better respond and cope with the immediate aftermath of a disaster quickly, effectively and efficiently” so as to reduce loss of life and property.

EAC say the decision was taken due to some unforeseen circumstances.

The best opportunity to backstop Israel’s campaign would be through the joint Kenya-US anti-terrorism Camp Simba near Manda Bay in Lamu.

Kenya, after recalling Peter Mathuki as EAC chief after a slew of accountability claims, picked Caroline Mueke as replacement but finally settles on Veronica Nduva.

South Sudan lacks the required funds and faces legal hurdles that must be cleared out of the way.

Tribert Rujugiro’s name came up in Uganda-Rwanda diplomatic tiff that resulted in 3-year trade blockade.

The departed Kenyan military chief was instrumental in peace deals in DR Congo and war on Al Shabaab militants in Somalia.

Devastating droughts last year in the Horn of Africa and currently in Southern Africa, as well as cyclones and floods, have also increased the region's struggles.

Gen Nguema has been learning politics fast since seizing power in a bloodless coup on August 30 last year.

US judge found "too many facts" showing a relationship between BNP Paribas' financing and human rights abuses perpetrated by Sudan's government.