Kariba Dam was built in a gorge between Zambia and Zimbabwe holding back the Zambezi River.

Zambia’s Electricity Crisis: Grappling with the Worst Blackouts in Living Memory

Zambia, a country blessed with the mighty Zambezi River and the colossal hydro-powered Kariba Dam, is paradoxically facing its worst electricity crisis in living memory. The nation is experiencing prolonged power cuts, with some areas enduring up to three consecutive...
Russia-Africa

Russia’s Grain Diplomacy: A Soft Power Play Amid Africa’s Food Insecurity and Ukraine Conflict

Russia's grain diplomacy with Africa has become a strategic tool of influence. Against the backdrop of the ongoing war in Ukraine, Russia's efforts to supply grains as humanitarian aid to Africa's poorest nations have taken center stage. While these shipments...
China-Africa relations

China’s Global Security Initiative: Sahel Challenge and Beijing’s Investment Struggles in Africa

In April 2022, China’s Global Security Initiative (GSI) marked a strategic pivot in its foreign policy, signaling Beijing’s ambition to take on a more proactive role in global security, breaking away from its long-standing non-interference doctrine. Yet, as China grapples...
Sudan

Foreign Powers Accused of Fueling War in Sudan as Conflict Worsens

The United Nations has accused foreign players of exacerbating the war in Sudan, making it increasingly difficult for the country to find peace. The ongoing fighting, which erupted in April 2023, has been primarily driven by two rival military leaders—General...
China-Africa relations

China-Africa Cooperation Takes Center Stage as Beijing and African Countries Vow to Boost Ties and Support Global South

The Forum on China-Africa Cooperation (FOCAC) has significantly enhanced China-Africa relations, making substantial strides in development, trade, and cultural exchange. As the executive director of the China-Africa Center at the Africa Policy Institute, Dennis Munene Mwaniki, observes, the upcoming 2024...
Indo Pacific strategy

What is an Indo-Pacific Strategy?

The concept of an Indo-Pacific strategy has gained significant prominence in recent years, especially among major global powers. This strategy refers to a comprehensive geopolitical and economic framework that encompasses the Indian and Pacific Oceans, emphasizing the interconnectedness of the...
China-Africa relations

China’s Growing Influence in Africa: What It Means for Western Geopolitical Interests

Over the past two decades, China's footprint in Africa has expanded significantly, raising concerns and prompting reactions from Western nations. This burgeoning relationship between China and Africa is multifaceted, encompassing economic, political, and military dimensions. At the core of this...
Brazil

Brazil and Global South: How Latin America’s Largest Economy is Shaping Geopolitical Alliances

Brazil, the largest country in Latin America by both landmass and economic output, has been progressively gaining influence on the global stage. Its role as a key player in the Global South—a term used to describe countries in Africa, Latin...
Africa

African Nations at Crossroads: Balancing Relations Between Western Powers and China’s Economic Influence

In recent years, African nations have found themselves at a pivotal juncture, navigating complex relationships between traditional Western powers and an increasingly assertive China. This dynamic has led to a recalibration of diplomatic and economic strategies across the continent, as...
Paul Kagame-Rwanda

Paul Kagame: Architect of Rwanda’s Economic Boom and Political Tightrope Walker

Rwanda has known no leader other than Paul Kagame since the end of the 1994 genocide. His rise to power, his long tenure, and his continued influence have made him a central figure in Rwanda's modern history, but also a...
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