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Western mining firms in Mali, Niger, and Burkina Faso are encountering heightened challenges due to military juntas renegotiating contracts and asserting resource control. Actions such as the arrest of mining …
Risks to Western Mining Interests in Mali, Niger, and Burkina Faso Read More
Recent statements by Pentagon officials, particularly Maureen Farrell, highlight the detrimental effects of climate change on security in Africa. Climate-related crises exacerbate conditions that facilitate recruitment by extremist organizations like …
Pentagon Concerns: Climate Change as a Catalyst for Extremism in Africa Read More
Russia is facing the impending loss of its military bases in Syria, prompting it to consider alternatives for its operations in Africa, particularly in war-torn Sudan and fractured Libya. The …
Russia Pivots to Sudan and Libya Amid Potential Loss of Syrian Bases Read More
John Dramani Mahama has won Ghana’s presidential election, defeating Vice President Mahamudu Bawumia, who conceded and congratulated him. Mahama’s NDC party claimed victory amid economic turmoil, promising to address corruption …
John Mahama Triumphs in Ghana Presidential Election, Vice President Concedes Read More
Former President John Dramani Mahama has won Ghana’s presidential election, defeating Vice President Mahamudu Bawumia, who conceded the election results. Mahama’s victory marks a historic comeback, making him the first …
John Mahama Triumphs in Ghana’s Presidential Election, Promising Change Read More
Recent research indicates that climate change is disproportionately affecting Africa through extreme weather events, particularly flooding. This year alone, over 2,000 people died due to unprecedented rainfall, which was intensified …
Climate Change Impacts: Africa Faces Dire Consequences from Extreme Rainfall Read More
The report outlines the climate change-related losses and damages impacting the agriculture and livestock sectors in the Sahel and Greater Horn of Africa. It provides new data on current and …
Climate Change Impact in the Sahel and Greater Horn of Africa Read More
NATO’s Special Representative Javier Colomina visited Morocco on October 15, 2024, to strengthen the NATO-Morocco partnership amidst regional security challenges. He noted Morocco’s significant role in counter-terrorism and international peace, …
NATO’s Special Representative Discusses Enhanced Cooperation During Morocco Visit Read More
Extremist violence is rapidly escalating in Africa’s Sahel region, particularly impacting Mali, Niger, and Burkina Faso, which are now ruled by military governments. Attacks, including a recent devastating assault in …
Rising Extremism and Instability in Africa’s Sahel Region Read More
The Syrian conflict is key for Russia and Iran as both nations back President Assad to maintain regional influence. Russia’s military bases in Syria grant access to the Mediterranean, crucial …
The Strategic Significance of the Syrian Conflict for Russia and Iran Read More