Following elections in which the party that had ruled the diamond-rich nation for almost 60years suffered a historic setback. Botswana's new president took office on Friday in asmooth handover of power.Three days after the Botswana…
Tensions Escalate Over Ethiopian-Somaliland Deal: IGAD Summit Seeks…
The IGAD Summit Addresses Escalating Tensions: A Bid for Regional Stability As tensions between Ethiopia and Somalia intensify over a disputed lease agreement with Somaliland, the Intergovernmental Authority on Development (IGAD) has called for an…
Rwanda Thwarts Invasion Attempt at Congo Border
Rwanda Thwarts Invasion Attempt: One Soldier Dead, Two Captured Rwanda announced on Tuesday that it had successfully thwarted an invasion attempt by soldiers from the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) along their shared border.…
Tensions Surround Eritrean Cultural Festival Amid Diaspora Strife
Rising Tensions Around Eritrean Cultural Celebrations The upcoming Eritrean cultural festival in Melbourne has stirred apprehension within the Eritrean diaspora and drawn attention from Australian authorities due to past instances of violence and political divisions.…
Ethiopia-Somaliland Military Cooperation Raises Horn of Africa Tensions
Tensions mount over military talks. The recent discussions between Ethiopia and Somaliland regarding military cooperation have heightened tensions in the already volatile Horn of Africa. The announcement of these talks came on the heels of…
Accusations of Genocide: South Africa’s Historic Context with…
ANC, Israel, and the Genocide Accusation South Africa's ANC faces accusations of antisemitism due to legal action against Israel before the International Court of Justice (ICJ). The charge of genocide and war crimes against Israel…
Southern Libyan Protests Shut Down Key Oil Fields,…
Fueling Frustration: Demands Drive Protests Residents of Libya's southern Fezzan region have taken to the streets, voicing their frustrations with inadequate infrastructure, unemployment, and a lack of access to basic necessities like healthcare and fuel.…
UAE’s Unseen Efforts in Russia Ukraine Prisoner Exchange
A Step Towards Peace In a groundbreaking development, Ukraine and Russia have announced their first prisoner exchange since August 2023, marking a significant step towards de-escalation. The exchange involved nearly 500 prisoners captured by both…
Italy’s Giorgia Meloni Advocates Strategic Investments to Stem…
Meloni's Vision for Africa's Development Giorgia Meloni's leadership amplifies Italy's commitment to fostering Africa's progress through strategic initiatives. Highlighting the significance of partnerships and targeted investments, she asserts that aiding African nations in strengthening their…
Somalia Protests Ethiopian Lease Deal: Concerns Over Sovereignty…
Rally Against the Maritime Pact In a powerful display of dissent, Somali civilians gathered at Conis Stadium to protest Ethiopia's exclusive 50-year sea lease, expressing deep concerns over Somalia's sovereignty. Locals were able to express…
Ethiopia and Somaliland Strike a Deal for Red…
The Landlocked Dilemma: Ethiopia's Strategic Move Ethiopia, landlocked and reliant on Djibouti for its marine trade, took a strategic step by signing a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Somaliland, granting access to the port of…
Somalia and Somaliland Agree on Roadmap for Future…
Mogadishu, Somalia After years of tension and conflict, Somalia and the breakaway region of Somaliland have reached a historic agreement on eight principles that will guide future negotiations. The landmark deal, signed in Djibouti under…
Congo on Edge: Opposition Protests Erupt Over Disputed…
A Tumultuous Vote and Mounting Frustrations Congo's recent presidential and legislative elections, held on December 20, 2023, were marred by logistical challenges and accusations of fraud. The opposition claims widespread irregularities, including delays, voting extensions…
Chad’s New Constitution Approved, But Opposition Cries FoulChad’s…
Referendum Results Spark Dispute and Raise Doubts About Legitimacy Chad's December 18th referendum on a new constitution has plunged the country into political turmoil. While the official results boast an 86% approval rate, a chorus…
RefugeeSustaining Hope: UAE’s Long-Term Support for Sudanese Refugeess
UAE's 100-Tonne Aid for South Sudanese Refugees In a testament to its commitment to global welfare, the United Arab Emirates (UAE) has taken a decisive step by dispatching a plane laden with 100 tonnes of…
Democratic Republic of the Congo Elections 2023: A…
Political Landscape Unveiled The DRC's election fervor is palpable as voters engage in a critical decision-making process. President Felix Tshisekedi seeks re-election amid a fragmented opposition, sparking a charged environment in a nation striving for…
Egypt’s President Al-Sisi Secures Controversial Third Term Amid…
Election Outcome Amid Predictability Egypt's President Al-Sisi clinched a third term with an anticipated landslide victory, securing 89.6% of the vote in an election where viable contenders were notably absent. His triumph, though expected, arrives…
The African Union Transition Mission Resumes Security Handover…
State House and Legislative Building Handover The State House, also referred to as Villa Somalia, serves as the residence and workplace of Somali President Mohammed Hassan Sheikh Mohamud. ATMIS has now transferred security responsibilities for…
US Spearheads Global AI Military Protocol, Seeking African…
Stirring Concerns in Military Cooperation The United States has taken a proactive stance in mobilizing East African nations to endorse its vision of regulating artificial intelligence (AI) in military applications. This endeavor, encapsulated in the…
