Tag: Africa
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The European Union and Ghana have signed a ‘landmark’ Security and Defence Partnership in Accra, coinciding with the handover of military equipment funded under the European Peace Facility. The partnership strengthens EU–Ghana cooperation on shared security challenges and establishes an annual Security and Defence Dialogue to guide strategic priorities. Key developments: • Addressing regional instability,…
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The European Union has upgraded its strategic partnership with Nigeria, announcing a €290 million Team Europe investment package at the 8th Nigeria-EU Ministerial Dialogue in Abuja. Co-chaired by Yusuf Maitama Tuggar, Nigeria’s Foreign Affairs Minister, and Kaja Kallas, EU High Representative and Vice-President of the European Commission, the initiative focuses on digitalisation, health, agriculture, and…
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More than 100 suspected jihadists have been released in Mali under an agreement aimed at restoring fuel supplies to the capital, Bamako, according to official and security sources. The deal follows months of disruption by the Group for the Support of Islam and Muslims (JNIM), an Al-Qaeda-affiliated network, which repeatedly targeted fuel tanker convoys and…
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Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva criticised what he described as a renewed colonial approach toward developing nations during the Community of Latin American and Caribbean States (CELAC) summit in Colombia. Speaking at a high-level forum with African delegates, Lula highlighted historical exploitation of resources, warning that foreign powers now seek control over critical…
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Namibia and Botswana have agreed to deepen cooperation on trade, infrastructure, and natural resource management following a one-day working visit in Windhoek. Namibia President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah hosted Botswana President Duma Gideon Boko, reviewing existing agreements and exploring ways to expand economic links. “We agreed that we should have regular consultations to assess progress and ensure…
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Republic of Congo President Denis Sassou Nguesso has been re-elected for a fifth consecutive term, extending his rule to nearly 42 years, according to provisional results. Interior Minister Raymond Zephirin Mboulou said on state television that Sassou Nguesso won 94.82% of Sunday’s vote, with reported turnout at 84.65%. Observers noted low visible participation in parts…
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Africa is positioning itself as a key liquefied natural gas (LNG) supplier to Europe, as shifting energy dynamics—driven by the war involving Iran, instability in key shipping routes, and reduced reliance on Russian gas supplies—are pushing Europe towards alternative suppliers. Energy ministers from Senegal, Equatorial Guinea, Nigeria, and the Republic of Congo are set to…
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Madagascar’s President Michael Randrianirina, has appointed anti-corruption chief Mamitiana Rajaonarison as the country’s new prime minister. The announcement follows the dismissal of the previous prime minister and cabinet earlier in the week. In a televised address, President Randrianirina said the country required “bold decisions” at a turning point for the Malagasy nation. Rajaonarison has led…
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The Republic of Congo is holding a presidential election widely expected to extend President Denis Sassou Nguesso’s rule for another five years, with analysts citing limited opposition and little uncertainty over the outcome. More than 3.2 million voters are registered in the oil-producing Central African state. Turnout is expected to fall below the 68% recorded…
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Relations between France and the Central African Republic (CAR) have been fully restored, French Foreign Minister Jean-Noel Barrot said during a two-day visit to Bangui, the first by a senior French official in seven years. Barrot’s visit follows the 2024 diplomatic relaunch between CAR President Faustin-Archange Touadéra and French President Emmanuel Macron, after tensions over…
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