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...
Nigeria military

Deadly Blasts in Northern Nigeria Claim at Least 18 Killed

In a tragic escalation of violence in northeastern Nigeria, at least 18 people were killed and 30 others injured in a series of explosions in Borno state, officials reported. The bombings, which occurred in the town of Gwoza, targeted a...
Morocco

Dark Reality of ‘Cocaine For Poor’ in Morocco

At 26, Hamza became addicted to pufa, a synthetic drug made from cocaine or crystal methamphetamine waste. He stole money from his family and became homeless, spending his days living for the next dose. In October 2023, a 25-year-old man...
Mike Pompeo

Mike Pompeo’s China Blunders: A Lesson in Diplomatic Missteps

Former Secretary of State Mike Pompeo claimed that Xi Jinping's central theory involves importing stolen US intellectual property from China and distributing it globally to consolidate political power. Huawei, China's telecom infrastructure giant, built 70% of Africa's mobile broadband capacity....
Ethiopia

Ethiopia is Evolving and Changing

In 2023, the BRICS group expanded to include Argentina, Egypt, Ethiopia, Iran, Saudi Arabia, and the UAE. Ethiopia, an unlikely BRICS candidate, sought to join the group relentlessly, despite its poor economy and internal strife. Previously, Ethiopia was a favorite...
Africa

How Government Distrust Impacts Africa’s Stability

Sub-Saharan Africa faces persistent security challenges, particularly in Sahel countries like Burkina Faso, Chad, Niger, Mauritania, and Mali. Discontent with state institutions among marginalized groups is a key driver of unrest in the region, as governments fail to address equity...
Russia-South Africa

Russia’s Growing Influence in Africa

Russia's recent rise in Africa, following the death of Yevgeny Prigozhin, has raised concerns about the future of Wagner Group's African projects. Russia's behavior appears to be competition with the West, with potential clashes with Ukrainian special forces in Sudan,...
Russian President Vladimir Putin meets with South African President Cyril Ramaphosa in Saint Petersburg

Russia’s Influence on the Global South

In the aftermath of Russia's invasion of Ukraine, the West began discussing its long-term strategy for winning over the global south. This idea had both symbolic and practical implications. If the non-Western world condemned Russia as wholeheartedly as the West...
Saudi Arabia, Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman Al Saud (MBS)

First Saudi Arabia-Africa Summit: Overcoming Obstacles for a Promising Future

The maiden Saudi Arabia-Africa summit took place in Riyadh on 10 November, aiming to strengthen relations between Saudi Arabia and African states and strengthen economic and diplomatic ties. Over 50 leaders attended, including presidents of Djibouti, Egypt, Ethiopia, Gabon, Kenya,...
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