January 08
Ethiopia: Ethiopia and Somalia - Conflict Brewing Over Port Deal
Ethiopia's agreement with breakaway region Somaliland, seeking port access in exchange for potential sovereignty recognition, could cause upheaval in the Horn of Africa. Somalia… Read more »
January 05
Burkina Faso: Burkino Faso's Youth Utilize Free-Speech Sanctuaries
Away from classrooms, Burkina Faso's 'grins de thé' are where the hottest debates take place. Young minds untangle political knots, defy language edicts and dream of a… Read more »
January 04
Africa: Horn of Africa - a Conflict Evolving Around Berbera Port
A new deal granting landlocked Ethiopia access to a seaport holds potential for a huge upheaval in the Horn of Africa. The breakaway region of Somaliland finds itself in a… Read more »
Central African Republic: US Firm Bancroft Eyes Wagner Group's Influence in CAR
The Central African Republic (CAR) is said to be in talks with the US private security company Bancroft Global Development -- potentially challenging the influence of Russia's… Read more »
January 03
Sierra Leone: Ex-President Koroma Charged With High Treason
The charges come after gunmen recently attacked a barracks and prison in the capital Freetown. Numerous others are also facing similar charges over the incident. Read more »
Congo-Brazzaville: Will Tshisekedi's Reelection Ease Concerns
From bustling Kinshasa streets to war-torn eastern villages, the DRC navigates a delicate dance between hope and skepticism. Many call for development amid unfulfilled promises as… Read more »
Africa: Africa 2024 - Volatile Elections Threaten Democracy
Africa has a raft of elections scheduled for 2024, including in South Africa. Experts say the continent's economy is growing, despite instability in several regions. Read more »
January 02
Congo-Kinshasa: Tough Road to Second Term for Felix Tshisekedi
Felix Tshisekedi's landslide reelection as Congo's president expected on January 10. The road to his second term is littered with political animosity, unresolved security and… Read more »
December 29, 2023
Nigeria: Farmer-Herder Conflict Exposes Govt Inaction
The recent spate of violence in Nigeria's Plateau state which resulted in over 160 deaths has raised questions whether present and past Nigerian administrations are doing enough to… Read more »
January 01
Congo-Kinshasa: Tshisekedi Re-Elected but Opposition Cries Foul
The incumbent won a vast majority of the votes, but opposition candidates called it a sham and wanted supporters to protest. Read more »
December 29, 2023
Chad: After a New Constitution, What's Next for Chad?
With the referendum results now confirmed by the nation's top court, Chadians are looking ahead to 2024 elections and civilian rule. But analysts don't expect much to change for… Read more »
December 28, 2023
Sudan: RSF Leader Visits Ethiopia in Rare Public Trip Abroad
The leader of Sudan's paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF) has met with the Ethiopian Prime Minister on the second stop of a rare international mission that also includes Uganda… Read more »
December 27, 2023
Congo-Kinshasa: Congo Police Seek to Disperse Banned Election Protest
Riot police have been deployed in Kinshasa as opposition supporters gather to call for a rerun of chaotic elections. Partial results so far show incumbent President Felix… Read more »
Africa: African Nations Forge New Paths in Global Diplomacy
African countries are assuming an increasingly individualistic approach to foreign policy that are sometimes at odds with those of international powers. Read more »
December 26, 2023
Congo-Kinshasa: Govt Bans Protest Against Election
A chaotic election has fueled unrest in the east African country, with five opposition candidates calling for protests. Partial results put incumbent President Tshisekedi in the… Read more »
December 21, 2023
Congo-Kinshasa: Congo - Election Extended After Logistical Chaos
National elections in Congo have been marred by delays and logistical problems, as well as fraud and violence. Opposition presidential candidates have rejected the extension,… Read more »
Congo-Kinshasa: Congo - Election Enters Second Day After Logistical Chaos
National elections in Congo have been marred by delays and logistical problems, as well as fraud and violence. Opposition presidential candidates have rejected the extension,… Read more »
December 18, 2023
Congo-Kinshasa: North Kivu Pins Hopes for Peace On President
As citizens prepare to head to the polls on December 20, civil servants and traders in conflict-ridden North Kivu province are hoping the next president will quash rampant… Read more »
Egypt: Egypt's El-Sissi Wins Third Term in Presidential Election
Sissi received 89.6% of the vote, according to Egypt's National Election Authority, with turnout put at around 66.8%. Sissi was first elected president in 2014 and was handed a… Read more »
December 16, 2023
South Africa: Zuma Denounces ANC Ahead of Election
Former South African President Jacob Zuma has come out against his African National Congress (ANC) party in a sign of growing division ahead of the 2024 general election. Read more »
December 15, 2023
Mali: Last German Troops Return, Told Mission 'Not in Vain'
Germany's last troops serving in Mali have returned home after the Russian-backed military government there ordered peacekeepers out. Defense Minister Boris Pistorius told them… Read more »
Congo-Kinshasa: Will Female Candidates Transform Politics in Congo?
Women have been underrepresented in Congolese politics -- until now. Ahead of the December 20 elections, support for a fresh wave of female candidates is growing. Read more »
December 11, 2023
Congo-Kinshasa: Nation's Election Campaign and Its Unresolved Conflict
The violent conflict in eastern DR Congo is dominating candidates' campaigns ahead of the December 20 elections. Read more »
December 14, 2023
Chad: Chad to Hold Controversial Referendum On New Constitution
Chad is set to vote on a contentious constitutional referendum on Sunday that is widely seen as a move to consolidate power by transitional leader Mahamat Deby. Read more »
December 10, 2023
West Africa: West Africa Leaders Set Terms for Lifting Niger Sanctions
The ECOWAS regional bloc has set up a committee of three leaders to negotiate with Niger's military junta on a transition to democratic rule. Read more »