Africa’s Democratic Recession and Resurgence: The Case of Tanzania

Africa’s post-colonial promise of democratization that began in the 1980s and 1990s with the “second independence” struggles now confronts a defining and painful reckoning. The optimism that accompanied the collapse of single-party states,...

Historic conference in Baku confronts dark legacy of Belgian rule in Africa

For the first time, an event dedicated to Belgian colonialism is being held in Baku, bringing together representatives, diplomats, and officials from Belgium’s former colonies, the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Rwanda, and Burundi. The...

Sovereign Wealth Fund: What new Treasury Bill means for Kenya and its debt problem

The first time Kenya crafted a bill to create a Sovereign Wealth Fund was back in 2014. The bill was known as the “Kenya Sovereign Wealth Fund (2014),” and its architect was Dr. Mbui Wagacha. The first bill of 2014 envisaged a Kenyan Sovereign...

Sudan’s War: How Hemedti’s gold empire is driving the country toward division

While global attention is fixed on Gaza and Ukraine, another catastrophe is unfolding largely out of sight — a war tearing Sudan apart and threatening to redraw Africa’s map once again. Sudan now stands on the brink of disintegration, pulled apart...

Police ‘should have released nationality of train stabbing suspect sooner’

Police took too long to reveal the nationalities of suspects arrested after the Huntingdon train knife attacks, MPs have said. On Sunday morning, British Transport Police said two men had been arrested, a 32-year-old black British national and a...

Nigeria and the wise men from the East, By Sunday Ogidigbo

As the good book reminds us, a house divided against itself cannot stand. The time has come for Nigeria to stand. And to stand, we must rise together — North and South, East and West. The East holds wisdom. The East carries gifts. And until...

Village Rhapsody: The importance of youth and agriculture as a force for social cohesion and stability

Across the world, youth-led agricultural initiatives are transforming rural communities, creating jobs and reducing tensions associated with resource scarcity. In the face of mounting economic challenges, climate uncertainty, and rising...

From code to care: Shyreen’s mission for mothers across Africa

Over the past three weeks, she has ridden a whirlwind of emotions — perhaps unlike any since her birth on May 31 2005. The fear of rejection, failure, despair, ecstasy and excitement. From a protracted passport saga that captured national...

Northern Ireland should not be a loophole for those who should be deported

08:45, 02 Nov 2025 TUV Leader Jim Allister (Image: Justin Kernoghan/Belfast Live) When Parliament passes a law, the public assumes that it applies equally across the United Kingdom. That is, after all, what it means to be part of one sovereign...

‘This drug is evil’: The addictive and deadly substance ruining lives in Africa – and made from ingredients shipped from UK

A red shipping container sits on the tarmac of Sierra Leone's Queen Elizabeth II Quay, under swinging cranes and towering stacks of similar steel boxes. This one will likely be parked at the port permanently. The contents are suspected to be the...

It’s time to see beyond the spreadsheets, Mr Keravnos

The finance minister’s fixation on narrow financial metrics reflects a deeply myopic view of what economic stewardship means The Great Sea Interconnector (GSI) – the electricity link connecting Cyprus, Greece and eventually Israel – is reaching...

Congolese rebel groups say Macron’s call to reopen Goma airport ‘untimely’

KIGALI, Rwanda Congolese rebel groups that include the M23 (AFC/M23) described French President Emmanuel Macron’s call Thursday to reopen Goma International Airport in the eastern Democratic Republic of Congo as “untimely,” warning France to act...

Cholera death toll in Africa surpasses 6,800: Health body

KIGALI, Rwanda More than 6,800 people have died from cholera outbreaks sweeping across Africa this year, marking a remarkable increase compared to last year, according to data released Thursday by the Africa Centers for Disease Control and...

The UAE Eyes a Leading Role in Security Cooperation and Technological Innovation

The United Arab Emirates has established itself firmly as one of the safest countries in the world. As such, the Gulf state actively works hand in hand with other nations in fostering safer and more stable environments, particularly by combating...

Through the lens – Chris Auld showcases his 10 favourite shots from 2025, and the stories behind them

The moving pictures of the 2025 road cycling season will be replayed countless times in the years to come. Tadej Pogačar's barnstorming fourth Tour de France and second UCI Road World Championships road race victories, Pauline Ferrand-Prêvot's...

Basketball Africa League set for next step in evolution

OKLAHOMA CITY – While it is a work in progress, the Basketball Africa League plans to truly evolve into a league in the coming years. The BAL has been more of a tournament than an actual league since it began action in 2020. Some teams qualify...

$124 Trillion And Counting... These Are The World's Largest Economies

The 2026 world economy has a cautious outlook, according to the October report put out by the International Monetary Fund (IMF). The organization says that global growth is slowing amid fragmentation and rising protectionism. Significant downside...

‘Never more precarious’: the UN turns 80

The United Nations has 193 members and an annual general budget of $3.72 billion. Its peacekeeping forces have 60,000 military personnel stationed around the globe. However, as it marks its 80th birthday, the organisation increasingly seems like a...

South Kivu : deadly clashes between Wazalendo factions, eastern Congo on the brink of implosion

SOS Médias Burundi Bukavu, October 30, 2025 – The Fizi territory in South Kivu province, in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo, has been rocked for a week by violent clashes between two factions of the Wazalendo movement : one led by General...

Data for a Changing Climate: From Soil to Strategy

Farming Smarter Across Eastern Africa with Data-Driven Solutions Agricultural researchers, policymakers, and development partners from across Eastern Africa gathered in Addis Ababa on October 28 to mark the conclusion of the Land, Soil, and Crop...