Eye on Africa

Sowing Seeds of Change: Senegal and France Redefine Their Relationship On a crisp autumn afternoon, the stately halls of the Élysée Palace echoed with the voices of two leaders navigating a complex web of history, diplomacy, and shared aspirations. Senegalese President Bassirou Diomaye Faye and French President Emmanuel Macron sat down for a meeting that was expected to redefine the longstanding relationship between their nations. With the backdrop of France's recent military withdrawal from Senegal, ending over six decades…

Strengthening Ties: Kenya and Germany Forge Pathways through Migration Partnership In a world increasingly defined by movement, migration stands at the crux of opportunity and challenge. As nations grapple with the dynamics of global migration, Kenya and Germany have taken a proactive step forward. Their inaugural Joint Implementation Committee meeting under the Comprehensive Migration and Mobility Partnership Agreement marks a significant milestone in their bilateral relations. Nurturing Trust and Expanding Opportunities…

Sudan's Turbulent Political Landscape: A Nation on the Brink Sudan stands at a critical juncture as the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) and allied factions declared a civilian prime minister and established a new presidential council, stoking the fires of division in an already fractured nation. This latest political maneuver came to light in a press conference broadcast from Nyala, a city firmly under RSF control in South Darfur. Against the backdrop of a prolonged conflict with the militaristic government, this move not only…

Kenya Steps In: A Fresh Bid to Broker Peace in Somalia By Ali Musa Axadle Times international–Monitoring. The winds of political change in Somalia are stirring tensions once again. As clashes between federal and Jubbaland forces threaten to escalate, neighboring Kenya has quietly stepped into the fray, offering to mediate talks between Somalia's federal government and the semi-autonomous Jubbaland administration. The unfolding situation marks yet another pivotal moment in the Horn of Africa, where decades-long instability…

A Crisis in Botswana: Health Emergency Amidst Economic Struggles In a stark televised address, President Duma Boko announced a public health emergency in Botswana, highlighting a dire situation that has been compounded by economic straits, dwindling international aid, and overwhelming shortages of essential medicines. The announcement comes at a time when this Southern African nation, known for its stability and diamond wealth, finds itself grappling with unprecedented challenges that threaten the well-being of its…

Tragedy in Ghana: Helicopter Crash Claims Lives of Key Ministers In a devastating incident that has sent shockwaves across Ghana and its neighboring countries, the nation's defense and environment ministers perished in a helicopter crash on Wednesday. The tragic event unfolded as the nation grappled with rising regional security concerns and a reshaped political landscape. A Sudden Loss The helicopter, carrying eight individuals, including Defense Minister Edward Omane Boamah and Environment Minister Ibrahim Murtala…

In the Shadow of Waste: One Year After Kampala's Landfill Collapse When the massive landfill at Kiteezi in Uganda’s bustling capital, Kampala, surrendered to its own weight, the catastrophe heralded by a deafening roar, many mistook it for the routine noise of a low-flying airplane. But as the echoes faded, chaos erupted. A deluge of detritus surged across the landscape, uprooting trees and engulfing whatever lay in its wake. Zamhall Nansamba was among the fortunate. With her heart pounding and her children in tow, she…

Eastern Congo Peace Talks: A New Chapter or More of the Same? In a rare show of diplomacy, the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) and Rwanda have embarked on a journey to untangle a web of conflict that has plagued the mineral-rich eastern region of Congo for over three decades. The landmark peace agreement, signed in June, marks the first step in a potentially long road towards peace. A Glimmer of Hope Amidst Longstanding Conflict On Thursday, representatives from both countries met for their first discussions in…

Inside Somalia’s Judiciary Financial Quagmire Mogadishu, long viewed as the beating heart of Somalia’s hopeful resurgence, now finds itself at a crucial juncture. Somalia’s Auditor General, Ahmed Issa Gutale, has thrust the nation’s judiciary into the spotlight by accusing its top courts of obstructing essential financial audits. This revelation, leading to the disappearance of over $1 million, raises profound questions about transparency and governance in the country. A Call for Transparency, Met with Silence During a…

Mourning and Mystery: The Death of Alino Faso in Ivory Coast In the heart of West Africa, tensions flare and unanswered questions linger following the death of Alain Christophe Traore, more widely recognized as Alino Faso, a prominent pro-junta influencer from Burkina Faso. Chaotic yet poignant, the march that took place on a recent Wednesday in Ouagadougou was not just a call for justice but a reflection of a deeper regional wound. A Sudden Loss Alino Faso, age 44, found himself embroiled in a political labyrinth after…