Category: Africa
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Italy’s Prime Minister, Giorgia Meloni, addressed the 39th African Union summit in Addis Ababa, highlighting Italy’s plans to strengthen Europe–Africa cooperation. Meloni said, “True cooperation…exists only in a relation between equals. If you look down on someone, you cannot cooperate with them.” She announced a debt conversion programme under Italy’s Mattei Plan, aiming to turn…
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Leaders are gathering in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, for the annual summit of the African Union, as analysts highlight rising concerns over governance, youth inclusion, and democratic standards across the continent. Analysts warn the AU faces a legitimacy challenge as Africa’s young population questions its effectiveness in addressing coups, disputed elections, and economic hardship worsened by…
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Kenya is preparing to purchase gold reserves as part of efforts to diversify its foreign exchange holdings, according to the country’s central bank. Central Bank of Kenya Governor Kamau Thugge said the move is intended to strengthen reserve buffers and reduce reliance on traditional reserve assets. The announcement reflects a broader trend of African nations…
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Tensions between Ethiopia and Eritrea have escalated after Ethiopian Foreign Minister Gedion Timothewos accused Eritrea of military incursions and backing armed groups inside Ethiopian territory. In a 7 February letter addressed to Eritrean Foreign Minister Osman Saleh, Ethiopia alleged Eritrean troops had occupied parts of their shared border for an extended period. The claims come…
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Malawi has delayed the rollout of a new Electronic Invoicing System (EIS) following nationwide protests by traders and small business owners concerned about economic pressures and tax compliance costs. Demonstrations across Blantyre, Lilongwe, Zomba and Mzuzu saw thousands submit petitions to the Malawi Revenue Authority (MRA), leading to a postponement of implementation until April 2026.…
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Nigeria has launched a military operation following one of the deadliest attacks outside its traditional conflict zones, as security concerns intensify across the country. Local officials reported that 162 people were killed on Tuesday (3 February) in the Muslim-majority villages of Woro and Nuku, in Kwara State. Authorities said many victims were targeted for rejecting…
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Ethiopia has for the first time formally acknowledged Eritrean military involvement in the 2020–2022 Tigray war, as tensions between the neighbouring states intensify amid reports of renewed fighting. Addressing parliament, Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed accused Eritrean forces of committing mass killings during joint operations against Tigray regional forces. The war is estimated to have caused…
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Saif al-Islam Gaddafi, son of former Libyan leader Muammar Gaddafi, has been killed in the western Libyan city of Zintan, according to his political team and associates. Abdullah Othman, his political adviser, and lawyer Khaled el-Zaydi confirmed the 53-year-old’s death, stating he was assassinated by four masked attackers who entered his residence. Saif al-Islam had…
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Tunisia has extended its nationwide state of emergency until the end of 2026, according to a new presidential decree. The extension was announced by President Kais Saied and published in the Official Gazette of the Tunisian Republic (JORT). The decree states that the emergency measures will apply from 31 January to 31 December 2026. Under…
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Burkina Faso’s military-led authorities have issued a decree dissolving all political parties, extending restrictions imposed since successive coups in the Sahel state. The decision was approved by the council of ministers as the government tightens controls amid a protracted fight against insurgent groups linked to al-Qaeda and ISIL. Emile Zerbo, Interior Minister, said the move…
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