These are African Countries that China Wants Full Control
Ethiopia’s economy is mostly agriculture-based, but the government has made a push to diversify into manufacturing, textiles, and energy generation.
Governance
Has Democracy Failed Africa?
The support for military takeovers is growing across Africa, and civilian governments are responsible for that slide, say analysts.
Ex-Zambia President, Edgar Lungu Makes Political Comeback
To the full-throated cheers of his supporters, Zambia's former President Edgar Lungu has announced that he is making a political comeback.
Zimbabwe Extends Multi-Currency System to 2030
Zimbabwe's government has announced its decision to extend the multi-currency system, with the U.S. dollar at its core, until 2030, reversing its previous plan to end the system by 2025. The earlier announcement of discontinuing the multi-currency system by 2025 had caused uncertainty in the banking sector,
Senegal Opposition Leader, Sonko Regains Consciousness from Hunger Strike
A lawyer for Senegalese opposition leader Ousmane Sonko said Thursday that the detained politician had regained consciousness but remains “in a very precarious condition” on hunger strike.
Opinion: Democracy in Africa is Not a Western Imposition
Kagame is a ruthless despot and a major obstacle to true democratic progress, writes Mhaka
Liberia Presidential Election Heads for Run-Off
Liberia's electoral commission has announced a presidential election runoff scheduled for November after results indicated that neither of the two leading candidates, President George Weah and opposition leader Joseph Boakai, secured enough votes. The tally, reflecting results from 100% of polling stations, revealed Weah with a slim lead
'We Will Not Invade Other African Countries' - PM Abiy Ahmed
Ethiopia PM Abiy seeks to quell neighbours' concerns over invasion.
Nigeria Supreme Court Confirms Tinubu as President
Nigeria Supreme Court dismisses election challenges by Atiku Abubakar and Peter Obi
South Korea's Regulatory Stance and the Importance of Asset Security
Navigating this tumultuous yet exciting financial frontier requires a keen understanding of both regulatory landscapes and protective measures – elements we unravel in the forthcoming sections.
Gabon Junta Leader Meets Opposition
Gabon's military leader Gen Brice Oligui Nguema has met the opposition candidate Albert Ondo Ossa as part of consultations on rebuilding the country. Mr Ossa was the main challenger to ousted President Ali Bongo in the election that was annulled when the military seized power last week. The
Opposition Drags Nigeria's President Tinubu to Court
The Election Petition Court had previously ruled that both opposition candidates failed to substantiate their argument.
Update on Upcoming DR Congo Elections
DR Congo lists 24 provisional candidates for December elections
Senegal Govt. Stops Auction of Léopold Sédar Senghor's Possessions in France
An auction in France of items belonging to the first Senegalese president has been delayed, as the government in Dakar negotiates to buy them directly.
Egypt Can Become a 'Ticking Time Bomb' - President
Egypt's President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi on Saturday warned against any expansion of the conflict in Gaza, saying the region risked becoming a "ticking time bomb". He also said his country's sovereignty should be respected after drones were intercepted after entering Egyptian air space on
Opposition Leaders Protest Against Coup in Madagascar
Opposition Leaders in Madagascar have taken to the streets to protest against what they have termed an "institutional coup."