[Business Day Africa] The 23rd Summit of COMESA Heads of State and Government is underway in Bujumbura, Burundi, where President Evariste Ndayishimiye has assumed the bloc's leadership, taking over from his Zambia's counterpart Hakainde Hichilema.

[New Times] African leaders have been called to strengthen regional value chains as part of a concerted effort to drive economic integration and reshape the continent's economic prospects.

[Shabelle] Bujumbura, Burundi -- Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud arrived in Bujumbura on Thursday, marking a significant diplomatic visit aimed at deepening bilateral relations between Somalia and Burundi.