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The U.S. Rekindles Its Commitment to Africa: The Tale of the Lobito Corridor It’s fascinating how different threads of global politics weave through Africa. One of the prominent examples of this dynamic is the Lobito Corridor rail project, a grand endeavor stretching across the heart of the continent. It’s not just a rail line connecting countries; it’s a symbol of renewed commitments, strategic collaborations, and a stark reminder of the geopolitical undercurrents shaping our world today. Consider the…

Protesters block Ethiopia-Djibouti rail link as conflict escalates NAIROBI, Kenya - The vital rail and road link to Djibouti was destroyed on Wednesday, which could now cut essential supplies to Addis Ababa, which depends on the port of Djibouti for imports and exports, essential to the Ethiopian economy. A senior government official said the railway had been partly uprooted and some sections…