Eye on Africa

Tanzania's Election Week Violence: A Deep Dive into the Chaos Tanzania’s recent election period has been marred by unprecedented political violence. This article examines the turmoil and its implications, weaving together eyewitness accounts and official responses. Analyzes the context and spread of violence Uncovers witness testimonies and official narratives Explores the broader political implications Shootings Beyond the Protest Zones Tanzania's post-election violence transcended typical protest arenas,…

Türkiye and OIC's Firm Stance Against Israeli Recognition of North Western State of Somalia Türkiye and the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) have reiterated their strong support for Somalia, firmly rejecting Israel's recognition of North Western State of Somalia as an independent state. This decision was made clear during the 22nd Extraordinary Session of the OIC's Council of Foreign Ministers in Saudi Arabia. The session was chaired by Turkish Deputy Minister Ambassador Musa Kulaklıkaya. Türkiye emphasized…

Somali military says airstrike kills 17 al-Shabab militants in Middle Shabelle MOGADISHU, Somalia — The Somali National Army, working with international partners, carried out an overnight airstrike late Monday in the Middle Shabelle region that killed 17 militants and destroyed weapons and vehicles used in attacks on civilians, the military said Tuesday. The strike hit the Jabad Godone area, which the army described as a planning site for militant operations, particularly bombings targeting civilians and public…

Somalia cancels UAE-linked security and defense deals tied to Berbera, Bosaso and Kismayo ports MOGADISHU — Somalia’s federal government has annulled security and defense agreements with the United Arab Emirates connected to several strategic ports, saying the deals violated the country’s sovereignty, national unity and political independence. The Cabinet decision cancels port-related arrangements involving Berbera, Bosaso and Kismayo Move follows an immigration probe into alleged unauthorized use of Somali territory linked…

Mogadishu — Somalia’s federal government has canceled security and defense agreements with the United Arab Emirates tied to the strategic ports of Berbera, Bosaso and Kismayo, citing serious violations of the country’s sovereignty, national unity and political independence. The Cabinet decision, taken Monday in Mogadishu, annuls “all agreements and cooperative arrangements” related to the three ports, according to an official statement. The move was based on “reports and strong evidence regarding wrongful actions that…

Israel’s unilateral recognition of North Western State of Somalia as an independent state has jolted the Horn of Africa, triggering swift international pushback and raising fresh concerns about maritime security, legal precedent and regional stability. In Somalia, the move sparked immediate street protests. Abroad, governments across Africa, Europe and the Middle East — joined by the United States — moved quickly to restate Somalia’s territorial integrity. The African Union led with a reaffirmation of Somalia’s unity, a line…

Peter Obi Critiques Nigeria's Increasing Security Checkpoints Amid Traffic Chaos Former presidential candidate Peter Obi has raised significant concerns regarding the proliferation of security checkpoints throughout Nigeria, warning that they are endangering lives and causing "appalling levels of traffic congestion." His remarks come in light of personal observations during the busy festive season, which saw him traverse several major roads across the country. In a candid post on X (formerly known as Twitter), Obi…

MOGADISHU, Somalia — Somalia’s lower house of parliament on Monday overwhelmingly approved a national tobacco control framework, a landmark move aimed at curbing tobacco use and tackling what lawmakers and health officials describe as a growing public health threat. The House of the People backed the measure with 139 votes in favor, three abstentions and none against, signaling rare cross-party consensus on the need to rein in tobacco consumption and marketing across the country. Speaker Sheikh Aden Mohamed Nur, widely known…

L. Brent Bozell III, the conservative activist chosen by President Donald Trump to serve as the U.S. ambassador to South Africa, was confirmed by the U.S. Senate and is preparing to assume his post, according to reporting by RFI's Melissa Chemam. Bozell, long known on the American right for his organizational work and media activism, enters the diplomatic role as a vocal backer of Israel and a prominent conservative voice in U.S. politics. The Senate confirmation completes Washington’s formal approval process and clears the…

Somalia’s Upper House passes National Payment System Bill, clearing path for payments oversight law MOGADISHU — Somalia’s Upper House of Parliament on Monday overwhelmingly approved the National Payment System Bill, a keystone measure designed to regulate the country’s fast-growing digital payments industry and strengthen consumer protection in a mobile-money-driven economy. Parliamentary officials said the bill passed during the 14th session of the Upper House’s seventh sitting with 28 senators voting in favor and none…