Africa

During the Russia-Africa Partnership Forum held in Sochi, African ministers received a clear message: Russia stands firmly behind the continent, promising "total support" across various sectors. This assurance was conveyed by Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov, representing President Vladimir Putin. It’s noteworthy that this support comes at a pivotal moment when several African countries are reevaluating their relationships with Western nations, amid allegations of interference and neocolonial practices, as noted by…

Security experts in Nigeria are on high alert following warnings from defense officials about an emerging insurgency linked to a group known as the Lakurawas, predominantly active in the northwest region. Major General Edward Buba, who serves as the military's spokesperson, has been tight-lipped about any significant attacks that may have been conducted by this group. Reports from local news outlets, however, have surfaced indicating that Lakurawas have been demanding cattle in return for so-called "protection." This…

This past weekend marked a significant shift in Botswana's political landscape as Duma Boko took the oath of office as the country's new president. This transition follows what many analysts are calling an unexpected defeat for the long-standing ruling party, the Botswana Democratic Party (BDP). Yusuf Bangura from The Premium Times raises an intriguing question: Why did the once-dominant BDP, often regarded as a political powerhouse, falter in this election? The outcome has left political strategists and citizens alike…

“Catch a glimpse of the gathering in Nairobi as Eric Rutto, President of the Kenya National Chamber of Commerce and Industry, presided over a crucial meeting at Ecobank’s CEOs Forum on November 8.”In the hustle and bustle of Kenya's capital, top executives gathered to brainstorm fresh strategies for taking Kenyan businesses to new heights. Imagine expanding not just within the region, but globally! This conversation aligns closely with the ambitious African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA). With the AfCFTA on the…

The diplomatic climate between Somalia and Ethiopia has turned icy since early 2024. This fracas, largely driven by each nation’s jostling for power in the turbulent Horn of Africa, has created quite a stir across the political landscape. Tensions soared back in January when Ethiopia signed an eyebrow-raising agreement—famously known as a memorandum of understanding (MoU)—with North Western State of Somalia. For those out of the loop, North Western State of Somalia is a self-declared, breakaway region in northern Somalia,…

It’s been a little over two years since the highly publicized reunion of the Nigerian music duo P-Square, made up of twins Peter and Paul Okoye, and now, they’ve hit another snag and decided to part ways once more. Peter Okoye, known in the music world as Mr. P, recently expressed his frustrations in an open letter aimed at his brother Paul, often referred to as Rudeboy. In this candid social media post, Peter highlighted the ongoing tensions that have tainted their relationship, even after their much-lauded reunion. He…

President Nana Akufo-Addo's recent decision to unveil a statue of himself has ignited a fiery discussion across the nation. This revelation is part of a broader initiative to highlight development projects as he approaches the end of his tenure. Many dissenters argue that erecting a statue is misplaced, especially since several vital projects remain incomplete. “The citizens of the Western Region deserve more than these self-indulgent actions,” an MP took to X to voice their discontent. As President Akufo-Addo prepares to…

The former leader of Senegal, Macky Sall, is at the forefront of the opposition coalition as the nation gears up for its upcoming parliamentary elections. In a candid letter directed to his supporters, Sall laid out the concerning realities facing the country, nearly eight months after he stepped down from the presidency. "In just a few short weeks, our sovereign rating has been lowered not once but twice by separate agencies," he noted, highlighting the worrisome economic climate that Senegal is navigating, as reported by…

In a recent move, the Zimbabwean government has mandated that administrators of WhatsApp groups within its jurisdiction must register and obtain a license from the Post and Telecommunications Regulatory Authority of Zimbabwe (POTRAZ). This development is not just a bureaucratic tick-off; it reflects significant shifts in the country’s regulatory landscape. POTRAZ has set a minimum licensing fee of U.S.$50, but this amount could skyrocket to as high as U.S.$2,500, depending on the group's nature and size. The authorities…

In a recent article for the Council on Foreign Relations, Michelle Gavin opines that the push to amend the constitution in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) will deepen the already palpable skepticism among citizens towards their government. Since assuming the presidency in 2018 through questionable means, Felix Tshisekedi has faced significant challenges in addressing the urgent needs of the Congolese people. "A leopard doesn’t change its spots," as the saying goes, and many citizens are beginning to believe little…