Kenya is importing milk from neighbouring countries, including Uganda, as prolonged dry conditions and falling local production strain the country's dairy sector. Kenya's Cabinet Secretary for Investments, Trade and Industry, Lee Kinyanjui, confirmed on September 5 that the country is sourcing milk from Uganda to help meet domestic demand, according to SoftPower News. The move highlights supply pressures facing Kenya's dairy industry as authorities seek to bridge the shortfall.

Uganda and Kenya have reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening cooperation in tourism, innovation and regional integration, according to CIO Africa. The announcement comes as preparations advance for joint initiatives between the two East African neighbours, though specific details of the planned programmes were not provided. The move signals continued efforts by both countries to deepen bilateral ties and promote economic collaboration across the region.

Kenyan President William Ruto has issued a directive targeting foreign-owned small businesses, causing anxiety among traders across East Africa, particularly Ugandans operating in Kenya. According to NTV Kenya, civil society organisations have challenged the move as unconstitutional. Commentator Kiwala Caroline Tahir, writing for Watchdog Uganda, argues the directive should serve as a wake-up call for Uganda to strengthen its domestic business environment so that its traders can build sustainable enterprises at home rather than depending on opportunities abroad.

Hundreds of foreign traders, including Ugandans, have begun leaving Kenya after a directive by President William Ruto restricting foreigners from small-scale trade took effect on 7 September, according to the Uganda Standard. A group of affected Ugandans arrived at the Busia border crossing after departing Kenya. Ruto issued the order on 2 September, prompting the exodus of hawkers and other foreign small-scale traders from the country.

Coffee farmers in Uganda's Greater Masaka region are calling for government intervention as a prolonged dry spell leaves their crops withering, according to NTV Uganda. The dry conditions are affecting both farms and households, raising concerns about the potential impact on Uganda's coffee exports, which surpassed eight million bags by July.

President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni has expressed support for a proposed Regional Farm Service Centre Initiative aimed at tackling issues in Uganda's agricultural sector, particularly the problem of counterfeit agro inputs. This announcement was made during a meeting with a South African delegation led by Mr. Andile Ramaphosa at State Lodge, Nakasero, where a tripartite collaboration involving Namunkekera Farm Service Centre and the National Animal Genetic Resources Centre and Data Bank (NAGRC&DB) was discussed.