In the recent past, including right now between Kenya and Tanzania, and previously between Uganda and Rwanda, we are seeing increasing conflicts between East African countries head of states that result in the closure of borders. Presidents Museveni and Kagame had border between the two counties closed following diplomatic issues while current Presidents Kenyatta and Pombe are in a diplomatic situation that is affecting the two countries and Kenya Airways flights following disagreements on the handling of COVID-19 Pandemic. In what is mostly manifested as a show of might, who suffers the most? In this month’s webinar, we review the issues of diplomatic relations between countries in East Africa, the concepts of open boarders and why they are most critical for enhancing, or else hindering, free markets and trade. Let the presidents get in tussles over who is superior and who can hurt each other’s economy the most, but who feels the pinch? Meet the Panelist: Njoroge Kimani | Mugabi John | Olumayowa Okedline | Our Host: Muoki Musila