A Nigerian security expert has drawn renewed attention to the deep-rooted and complex drivers of insecurity in the country, linking present-day insurgency to long-standing global terrorist strategies associated with Osama bin Laden. Speaking during an intelligence-sharing session on Channels Television on April 11, 2026, the consultant outlined how international extremist networks continue to shape and […]

Ukraine is taking a significant step to strengthen its presence in Africa’s agricultural sector by establishing its first regional agri-food hub in Ghana, a move reaffirmed in April 2026 that reflects a broader strategy to reshape global food supply chains while supporting local economies. At the heart of this initiative is the construction of a […]

The government of Zimbabwe has intensified efforts to maximize the value of its vast mineral resources by enforcing stricter regulations on lithium production and exports. In a decisive policy shift, authorities have effectively banned the export of unprocessed lithium ore, requiring mining companies to carry out at least initial processing within the country before any […]

Côte d’Ivoire has announced a major trade facilitation reform, eliminating the requirement for customs visa approvals on export declarations for goods bound for Mali and Burkina Faso. The measure, which took effect in late March 2026, is expected to significantly streamline cross-border trade and reinforce Abidjan’s position as a key logistics hub in West Africa. […]

Former Finance Minister Kemi Adeosun has called for stronger institutional frameworks to effectively combat corruption in Nigeria, stressing the need to overcome entrenched resistance within public systems. Speaking at the Citadel School of Government Dialogue Series in Lagos, Adeosun noted that while corruption is a global issue, Nigeria’s situation requires deliberate efforts to build robust […]

Kenya has blocked a second fuel shipment from docking at the Port of Mombasa as of April 6, 2026, as investigations intensify into a multibillion-shilling petroleum importation scandal. Energy Cabinet Secretary Opiyo Wandayi confirmed the move, stating that the government halted the delivery after receiving full details about a prior controversial cargo—the MV Paloma—which is […]

Somaliland’s long-standing quest for international recognition has entered a significant new phase, marked by a major diplomatic breakthrough and increased strategic positioning on the global stage. In a historic development, Israel became the first United Nations member state to formally recognize Somaliland as an independent and sovereign nation. The recognition was announced on December 26, […]