Conflicts in the Horn of Africa have been greatly influenced by Gulf states, such as Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates, and Qatar. Their involvement has increased since the 2010s, with priorities frequently centred on regional dominance, strategic ports, and Red Sea security—sometimes at the price of local stability. Somalia, Ethiopia, Eritrea, Djibouti, and Sudan […]
The current Sudanese civil war is being analysed as not just a battle for control between two factions but also as a proxy fight for control over Sudan’s future by other regional powers. There are growing fears of increased Iranian influence in Sudan, which could also have an ideological impact on the Muslim Brotherhood and […]
World Humanitarian Day is a time to commemorate humanitarians, the outstanding exertion and contribution of countries like the UAE toward giving relief to those who need it. This is the year for Africa’s case, as many of its countries have protracted crises; from conflict to climate-induced disasters, the continent stays as a target for humanitarian […]
Long engulfed in conflict, Goma, an Eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) city, is currently the epicenter of the most recent and severe outbreak of mpox, once known as monkeypox. Located on the outskirts of Goma, the Nyiragongo General Hospital of the city has seen a notable rise of disease sufferers. Given its more […]
Egypt President Abdel-Fattah El-Sisi and Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud saw the signing of a noteworthy military cooperation agreement between Egypt and Somalia on Wednesday, August 14, 2024 Held at Cairo’s Al-Ittowiczya Palace, the signing ceremony marks a significant step towards strengthening the bilateral ties between the two countries. Based on the results of President […]
On August 14, 2024, representatives from UAE, USA, Switzerland, Saudi Arabia, Egypt, African Union (AU) and United Nations (UN) met at Geneva in Switzerland. They together released a strong joint statement that urged all sides in Sudan to stop fighting immediately and allow delivery of food and other essential supplies to people affected by the […]
Following large arrests at a forbidden youth meeting in the southwest of Tanzania, several leaders of the main opposition party, CHADEMA, together with hundreds of their supporters, were released on Tuesday. More than 500 CHADEMA supporters—including Chairman Freeman Mbowe of the party and Vice Chairman Tundu Lissu—were arrested throughout Sunday and Monday. Human rights groups […]
On Sunday, the Sudanese government declared it would not be attending the US-sponsored peace negotiations set to start in Switzerland this week. The choice savers hopes of ending the civil war that has tore across the nation for the past 15 months. A delegation from Sudanese government visited US officials in Jeddah over the weekend […]
In July, inflation in Kenya fell to 4.3% year-on-year, compared with 4.6% the previous month. The index for food and beverages fell by 0.5% between June and July, according to the country’s national statistics office. July’s result represents the lowest rate of inflation since September 2020 and surprised the markets to the downside.This figure is […]
On Monday, Russian President Vladimir Putin congratulated South African President Cyril Ramaphosa on his re-election, therefore highlighting the ongoing friendly ties between the two countries in spite of world concerns about Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. According to a Kremlin statement, both leaders expressed hope for further cooperation to deepen the ties between Russia and South […]
Following the long-ruling African National Congress‘s loss of legislative majority in last month’s election, the leader of South Africa’s Inkatha Freedom Party said Wednesday it will join a proposed government of national unity, therefore helping to overcome the political gridlock in the nation. With Velenkosini Hlabisa’s announcement, some of the main parties have agreed to […]
Officially joining BRICS, a vibrant alliance of countries reshining the global economy and promoting international collaboration, the United Arab Emirates (UAE) Along with strengthening the UAE’s international profile, this action has created fresh diplomatic and commercial prospects. Recent developments have underlined UAE’s active participation in BRICS and its dedication to teamwork. Active Participation in BRICS […]
Many migrants find that their path to Europe culminates in a terrible reality among the olive trees along the Mediterranean coast of North Africa. Less than 100 miles from the Italian islands defining the EU’s outside limits, these aspirations have become nightmares in Tunisia. Thousands of men, women, and children wait for an opportunity to […]
UN humanitarians cautioned on Friday, June 7th, that Sudanese people are suffering increasing violence and a near famine. This follows a purported raid by the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) on the community of Wad Al-Noura in Aj Jazirah state, south of Khartoum, claimed to have left over 100 people dead, including at least 35 children. […]
Following a major electoral loss, South African President Cyril Ramaphosa has said that his African National Congress (ANC) party would look for a national unity administration. Following a long conference of the party’s National Executive Committee (NEC) in Johannesburg, this decision, meant to reflect the will of voters and forward the nation, emerges. Though it […]
Ahead of the crucial elections planned for May 29, supporters of South Africa’s MK Party assembled for a large-scale gathering in Kwa-Zulu Natal on Saturday. Established by former President Jacob Zuma, aged 82, the MK Party seeks to have a major influence in the forthcoming elections. Previously leading the African National Congress (ANC) of South […]
Bidibadi, Uganda – Home to thousands of South Sudanese refugees, the Bidibidi refugee community in Uganda’s West Nile area is seeing an explosion of hope and expectation. Many refugees are ready to go back home and take part in the December elections as the government of South Sudan announces intentions to start voter registration in […]
Chad swears in President Mahamat Deby Itno Amid Arguable Elections N’Djamena, Chad Following elections on May 6, marking the end of three years of military control, Chad has named Mahamat Deby Itno as its president. Still controversial, nonetheless, this political change results from disagreements about the validity of the election. Following the death of his […]
National Capital Region President Joe Biden welcomed Kenyan President William Ruto to the White House for a three-day official visit as Kenya gets ready to send troops to Haiti to assist with the growing security issue in the Caribbean country. The United States has not had an African state visit since 2008. Joining a U.N.-led […]
Africa – There will be a full calendar of elections on the continent in 2024 with 19 nations scheduled to hold presidential or general elections. Closely regulated voting procedures and very competitive multiparty races are features of these elections. Crucially, two thirds of these elections are planned for the last quarter of the year. Whereas […]