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Africa Forward Summit: Ruto, Macron, and Tinubu’s New Vision

Africa Forward Summit: Ruto, Macron, and Tinubu’s New Vision

As the morning mist lifted over Jomo Kenyatta International Airport this week, the arrival of dozens of heads of state signaled a profound shift in continental power. The Africa Forward Summit, opening in Nairobi, is

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Ethiopia & Mozambique Forge Strategic Digital Identity Deal

Ethiopia & Mozambique Forge Strategic Digital Identity Deal

ADDIS ABABA – In a development signaling a profound shift in Africa’s technological landscape, Ethiopia and Mozambique have forged a strategic partnership centered on national digital identity systems. A Memorandum of Understanding (MoU), signed today,

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Hantavirus Outbreak on MV Hondius: Rare Andes Strain Alert

Hantavirus Outbreak on MV Hondius: Rare Andes Strain Alert

A rare and concerning outbreak of Hantavirus, specifically the Andes strain (ANDV), has been identified on the cruise ship MV Hondius. Currently quarantined off the coast of Cape Verde, the vessel is at the center

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Sudan & Ethiopia Conflict: Drone Strike Allegations

Sudan & Ethiopia Conflict: Drone Strike Allegations

Tensions between Sudan and Ethiopia escalated sharply this morning. Both governments exchanged accusations of violating sovereign territory and backing insurgent forces, signaling a dangerous new phase in an already fragile regional landscape. The Core Allegation:

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The Digital Battlefield: Social Media & Xenophobia in South Africa

The Digital Battlefield: Social Media & Xenophobia in South Africa

In this series, we have explored the roots of xenophobia, its historical context, its causes and how it manifests on the ground in South Africa. As we move deeper into the complexities of this issue,

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Assimi Goïta Becomes Defence Minister: Mali’s Security Crisis

Assimi Goïta Becomes Defence Minister: Mali’s Security Crisis

The recent consolidation of power by Mali's military leader, Assimi Goïta, who officially assumed the role of Defence Minister on May 4, 2026, marks a critical juncture for Mali and the broader Sahel region .

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Who Is to Blame? Leadership, Media, and the Politics of Division

Who Is to Blame? Leadership, Media, and the Politics of Division

Welcome back to our xenophobia series. In Episode 1, we defined xenophobia. In Episode 2, we examined what is happening on the ground in South Africa. Now, we ask a harder question: Who is actually

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Peter Obi Leaves ADC for NDC Alliance: What It Means for Nigeria’s 2027 Elections

Peter Obi Leaves ADC for NDC Alliance: What It Means for Nigeria’s 2027 Elections

The recent resignation of Peter Obi from the African Democratic Congress (ADC) and his subsequent alignment with the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) alongside Rabiu Kwankwaso marks a significant shift in Nigeria's political landscape. This move,

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South Africa xenophobia crisis and urban unrest dynamics

South Africa xenophobia crisis and urban unrest dynamics

Welcome back to our series on understanding xenophobia. In our last post, we defined what xenophobia is and why it exists. If you missed the first part of this series, you can catch up here:

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Health Sovereignty in Nairobi: Africa Navigates the Post-USAID Era

Health Sovereignty in Nairobi: Africa Navigates the Post-USAID Era

African health ministers and international delegates convened in Nairobi on April 29, 2026, for the World Health Summit Regional Meeting, formally recognizing the end of Western-dependent medical financing. The three day conference at the United