Nkurunziza sends Vice president to attend EAC Summit

This website has learnt that Burundian President Pierre Nkurunziza has agreed to his First Vice President Gaston Sindimwo to represent him at the 38th Extra-Ordinary Meeting.

Analysists say, Nkurunziza’s decision will breathe new life into the regional body which was seen as walking a tight rope amid serious disagreements among member states.

The meeting will be chaired by President Yoweri Museveni

Other expected leaders include Kenya’s Uhuru Kenyatta, South Sudan president Salva Kiir, Paul Kagame of Rwanda and Tanzania’s John Magufuli.

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