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Inside this issue
• Ethnic divisions remain a source of instability
• Much work is needed improving infrastructure, although mobile telephony is booming - -
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Political reform boosts hopes of change
A new constitution has helped east Africa’s leading economy move back into gear, write William Wallis and Parselelo Kantai
Integration: Enthusiasm for EAC not matched by results
Officials finally catch up with their people’s fluid view of borders, writes William Wallis
Constitution: Ethnic divide still a cause of unease
The counter-reformist lobby is still seeking to cause upsets, writes Parselelo Kantai
Energy: Questions of power
As Kenya recovers from the 2009 economic downturn, the demand for electricity will continue to rise, writes Andrea Bohnstedt
Economy: Growth that demands more than just talk
A telecoms price war has provided a fillip, but infrastructure still needs much work, says William Wallis
Banking: Mobile phone users present new business opportunities
Safaricom enjoys a big lead, writes Andrea Bohnstedt
Infrastructure: Lack of clarity over port plan raises concerns
Lamu residents fear their voices will go unheeded, writes Parselelo Kantai
Regional focus: Unrest runs deep in Rift Valley
Michela Wrong on an area stained with a bloody history and still threatened by ethnic turmoil and violence
Political reform: Drive to combat corruption fosters scepticism and hope
Could the country be on the cusp of genuine change? Michela Wrong investigates
Technology: Fibre-optic backbone strengthens ICT sector
The country’s reputation for innovation is growing, writes Parselelo Kantai
