EU cocoa rule raises bankruptcy fears in Ivory Coast
A new European Union regulation aimed at curbing global deforestation has triggered alarm across Ivory Coast’s cocoa industry, with small farmers and exporters warning of […]
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Sudan blasts EU sanctions as war rages and death toll climbs
Sudan’s military government has condemned the European Union’s latest sanctions as ‘unfounded’ and ‘politically imbalanced,’ rejecting the EU’s move to penalize two senior military commanders […]
From Kyiv to the Sahel: Hungary’s risky power play in Chad raises eyebrows
In a sharp pivot from its self-declared policy of neutrality, Hungary has approved the deployment of 200 soldiers to Chad — marking a significant and […]
Benin Rebukes Niger’s Terror Allegations Amid Escalating Diplomatic Rift
Benin’s Government has firmly dismissed recent accusations from Niger’s transitional president, General Abdourahamane Tiani, who claimed that Beninese territory is hosting terrorist training camps aimed […]
China shifts EV strategy to Africa amid Western tariffs
Facing rising tariffs in the United States and European Union, China is accelerating its pivot to Africa as the next frontier for electric vehicle (EV) […]
Trump Unveils Sweeping Tariffs, Escalating Global Trade Tensions and Economic Fears
U.S. President Donald Trump has introduced on April 2 a bold set of tariffs, including a 34% levy on imports from China and a 20% […]
Ethiopia’s Prime Minister Plans New Leader for Tigray Amid Tensions
In an effort to address growing tensions in Ethiopia’s Tigray region, Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed announced on March 26 plans to appoint a new leader […]
EU Boosts Mozambican Armed Forces with EUR 85 Million in Equipment to Combat Cabo Delgado Crisis
The European Peace Facility (EPF) Assistance Measure has provided the Mozambican Armed Forces with EUR 85 million worth of equipment to aid in addressing the […]
Congo and Rwanda Presidents Meet in Qatar for Talks on Eastern Congo Insurgency
The Presidents of Congo and Rwanda, Félix Tshisekedi and Paul Kagame, met in Qatar on Tuesday March 18 for their first direct talks since Rwanda-backed […]
DRC: M23 Rebels Withdraw from Peace Talks, Citing International Sanctions and Ongoing Conflict
The M23 rebel group, backed by Rwanda, has announced on Monday March 17 its withdrawal from peace talks scheduled for this March 18 with the […]