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NAIROBI, Kenya — In recent months, a troubling alliance has begun to take shape between two notorious entities: Somalia’s Al-Shabaab militants and Yemen’s Houthi rebels. This emerging partnership poses a significant threat to the security of maritime traffic and the delicate equilibrium of regional stability. The implications resonate far and wide across the Red Sea, Gulf of Aden, and even the expansive reaches of the western Indian Ocean. The Africa Center recently unveiled a comprehensive report that delves into…

Understanding Global Oil Shipping Routes: The Lifeblood of Our Economy Every day, vast tankers navigate the intricate web of oil shipping routes, transporting millions of barrels of crude oil and refined petroleum products. These pathways play a pivotal role in sustaining not only the global economy but also our energy security. Imagine a world where these routes suddenly ceased to function; a stark realization emerges: our daily lives, from the fuel in our cars to the heating in our homes, would be profoundly…

Pakistan’s Strategic Expansion: Building New Maritime Trade Corridors with East Africa As we find ourselves amidst an increasingly tense global trade environment, sparked by none other than former U.S. President Donald Trump's sweeping tariffs, Pakistan is turning its gaze toward new opportunities. This time, the focus is on the vibrant economies of the East African Community (EAC). With fresh maritime trade corridors on the horizon, Pakistan is eager to explore this promising market. The EAC comprises eight diverse…

Mogadishu (AX) — Kenya Airways is poised to hit the brakes on all its flights ferrying passengers to Mogadishu, Somalia, starting on October 14, 2024. The decision, attributed to some gnarly operational hiccups, was splashed across a letter by the airline’s honcho, Allan Kilavuka. This communiqué, dated October 9, 2024, was penned to Mohamed Daghar, the Principal Secretary in Kenya’s Ministry of Roads and Transport."We've run into some operational snags," explained Kilavuka in the letter, "so we've chosen to halt our…

In tonight's edition: In a historic call to action, a dozen international organizations are urging countries to do more to support the thousands of vulnerable people who travel the migration routes each year. Additionally, Nigeria is being hit hard by a fuel…