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South Africa has recently taken yet another step to open up its national rail network to private train operators, as the government has gazetted a new Network Statement regulating access to the country’s rail network for 2026/27 and 2027/28. The reform deviates once again from the traditional arrangement, where the state-owned company Transnet Freight Rail […]
Uganda has decided to suspend all its military ties with Türkiye, thereby putting an abrupt end to an important bilateral military relationship following mounting tensions between Kampala and Ankara. The Uganda People’s Defence Forces (UPDF) made this announcement on September 19, 2026, stating that the suspension will continue until the outstanding issues related to mutual […]
The bilateral relations between the United Arab Emirates (UAE) and Sudan started growing gradually over the years. The two countries have increased cooperation in various areas. The UAE has a long history of providing aid to Sudan during tough times. The UAE also made investments in projects with Sudan. The UAE is set to build […]
The bilateral relations between the United Arab Emirates (UAE) and the Republic of Sudan have increased in recent years. The two countries have advanced cooperation at various levels. The UAE and Sudan always exchange views on regional and international developments. The UAE has long expended humanitarian efforts in Sudan, highlighting the deep relations between the […]
On Thursday, United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres issued a request for a truce in Sudan that would last “at least three days” in observance of Eid al-Fitr, which celebrates the conclusion of the holy month of Ramadan. “According to the Islamic calendar, we are currently in the midst of a very significant event.” Guterres told […]
Despite denials from the insurgents, the authorities in the Central African Republic announced on Wednesday that they believe a prominent rebel organization was responsible for the deaths of nine Chinese gold miners one month ago. The Russian paramilitary force Wagner was contracted to defend numerous lucrative gold and diamond mines operated by Russian corporations in […]
During his speech commemorating Zimbabwe’s independence on Tuesday, President Emmerson Mnangagwa gave his assurance that the general elections that are set to take place later this year will be free and fair, but he also issued a warning to “rogue” civic society organizations. The southern African nation is scheduled to hold presidential and legislative elections, […]
After fighting that has resulted in the deaths of around 200 people, the foreign ministers of the G7 nations met on Tuesday to issue a call for an “immediate end to hostilities” and a return to discussions in Sudan. An ongoing power struggle between the forces of Sudanese army leader Abdel Fattah al-Burhan and his […]
Amid political turmoil and unrest, Sudan’s Rapid Support Force (RSF) has emerged as a beacon of hope for democracy. Despite its controversial past, RSF has made significant strides in promoting democratic values and upholding human rights. Explore how RSF has become a driving force for change in Sudan during difficult times. Here we will talk […]
On the second day of clashes that have left scores of people dead, fierce fighting has resumed in the capital city of Sudan despite a temporary ceasefire that was implemented to meet humanitarian requirements, including the evacuation of wounded people. According to the Sudan Doctors’ Syndicate, at least five civilians were murdered and 78 more […]
Egypt’s Minister of Foreign Affairs issued a request on Thursday for Turkey to pull its troops out of Syria, an indication of ongoing tensions between the two countries despite Ankara and Cairo’s efforts to improve relations. “When I spoke, I emphasized the need for preserving Syria’s sovereignty as well as its territorial integrity.” Sameh Choukri, […]
Jihadists who are associated with the Islamic State group have taken control of the town of Tidermene in Mali, further isolating the regional seat of Menaka. According to officials and witnesses who spoke to AFP journalists on Wednesday (April 12), they claim this to be the case. The Islamic State of the Greater Sahara (ISGS) […]
At the Cairo International Airport on Wednesday (April 12), Egyptian President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi met and welcomed his Emirati counterpart. A group from the United Arab Emirates that included representatives from numerous ministries and the nation’s vice president was with Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed al Nahyan. The leader of the Emirati government stated in a […]
After a decision was made to consolidate the regional security forces of Ethiopia’s 11 states, armed conflict and widespread demonstrations broke out in sections of Amhara, the country’s second-largest region. Amhara is home to Ethiopia’s largest city, Addis Ababa. On Thursday of last week, the federal cabinet made the decision to implement the policy in […]
According to statements made by Chad’s Minister of Foreign Affairs Mahamat Saleh Annadif to AFP on Sunday, the German ambassador to Chad was expelled from the country on Saturday evening after being declared persona non grata for “discourteous behavior.” The government of Mahamat Idriss Déby Itno asked the diplomat to leave the country within the […]
Local officials and the police in Benue State, which is located in the middle of Nigeria’s northern region, have reported that at least 74 people were killed this week as a result of two separate attacks carried out by gunmen. As a result of population development leading to an expansion in the area allocated to […]
The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) is the official entrance examination board for students in Nigeria seeking admission to colleges and universities in the country. Under JAMB, the first entrance exam is called the University Matriculation Examination (UME) for Nigerian students seeking admission to a university in the country. The second exam is the […]
On Friday, the government of South Africa made the announcement that a court in the United Arab Emirates had denied its request for the extradition of the Gupta brothers, Atul and Rajesh, who are at the center of a large state corruption scandal involving former President Jacob Zuma. Ronald Lamola, the Minister of Justice, said […]
South Africa’s government declared a “state of disaster” across the country in February to deal with a crippling electricity crisis. This order has now been taken back. As a means of combating the crisis, which included daily rolling power cuts by the state utility Eskom due to frequent breakdowns at its aging coal-fired power stations […]
Positions are being taken against a contentious bill on “congolity” in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, starting with the first concerned parties and going all the way up to the Catholic bishops, passing through political parties and organizations of civil society. People often call this proposed law the “Tshiani law” after its main supporter, […]