Former Anambra State Governor Peter Obi has rejected claims that his administration left behind outstanding financial obligations, while also calling for the lawful release of his academic records amid renewed public scrutiny. Obi’s response followed comments attributed to Anambra State Commissioner for Finance, Izuchukwu Okafor, who reportedly said the state government was still servicing loans […]

Political realignments are beginning to emerge in Nigeria as the country moves closer to the 2027 general elections, with some groups and religious leaders publicly reconsidering the positions they adopted during the 2023 presidential race. Bishop Leonard Kawas and the Charismatic Bishops’ Conference of Nigeria are among those reported to have withdrawn their support for […]

Somalia remains at risk of renewed territorial losses to al-Shabaab as political divisions, weak state institutions and uncertainty surrounding international security support continue to undermine efforts to stabilize the country. The al-Qaeda-linked organization remains one of Africa’s most resilient militant groups. Although Somali and allied forces have periodically recovered territory, al-Shabaab continues to operate across […]

African countries and regional institutions continue to play a central role in maintaining international peace, combating terrorism, protecting maritime trade and mediating complex conflicts. Rather than serving only as recipients of foreign security assistance, African states frequently provide personnel, operational leadership and diplomatic expertise to address crises with consequences extending far beyond the continent. African […]

The United Arab Emirates-based defense conglomerate EDGE Group has delivered six ANAVIA HT-100 NAVAL unmanned helicopters to the Angolan Navy, marking a significant stage in the country’s €1 billion naval modernization program. The delivery followed successful Factory Acceptance Trials conducted from August 24 to 28, 2026, at ANAVIA’s facilities in Bilten, Switzerland. The exercise included […]

SanlamAllianz is entering a new operational phase focused on efficiency, growth and improved cash generation after years of integrating the African businesses of South Africa’s Sanlam and Germany’s Allianz. The joint venture was established in 2023 to combine the two companies’ operations across a planned 27-country African footprint outside South Africa. Its current corporate profile […]

Kenyan President William Ruto’s directive targeting foreign nationals operating small businesses has triggered anxiety among migrant communities and renewed debate over immigration, employment and regional integration. Ruto instructed authorities to close small-scale businesses operated by foreign traders, arguing that activities such as hawking and petty retail should be reserved for Kenyan citizens. The government later […]

More than 5,300 migrants have voluntarily returned to Morocco from the Spanish enclave of Ceuta as authorities continue addressing the consequences of the unprecedented mass border crossing recorded in late July. Spain’s Minister for Territorial Policy, Ángel Víctor Torres, said 5,321 people had returned to Morocco since August 10. About 90 others have withdrawn their […]

Western Tigray remains one of the most volatile areas in the Horn of Africa as unresolved territorial claims, prolonged displacement and shifting regional alliances threaten Ethiopia’s fragile post-war settlement. The disputed territory, which includes the fertile areas of Welkait, Tegede and Setit-Humera along Ethiopia’s border with Sudan, was administered as part of the Tigray region […]