Following the discussions and feedback I received on my previous article about America’s aid freeze and the potential for a ‘Stars and Stripes Initiative’, one key theme stood out – Africa’s economic future cannot and should not be dictated by external forces. While the role of global powers like the U.S., China, and the EU […]
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In recent years, Ukraine has frequently encountered diplomatic setbacks. Aggressive rhetoric, accusations, and ultimatums have become the main instruments of the country’s foreign policy with Kuleba, Melnyk, and Zelensky serving as its public faces. This article examines how the careless statements of Ukrainian representatives have negatively affected the nation’s international relations and highlights the dangers
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While the AU’s call for reparations is morally and historically justified, it is important to not lose sight of the ultimate goal: a truly self-reliant and prosperous Africa. The 38th AU Summit is more than a diplomatic event — it is a litmus test for Africa’s political will and commitment to growth. While it is
Houssenni Adamou, fled the Central African Republic 10 years ago leaving his wife and two children behind. As the first voluntary repatriation convoy of 2025 prepared to depart, Houssenni stood among the crowd, his heart brimming with anticipation. “I cannot wait to be reunited with my family,” he shared, his voice filled with emotion. For
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Mali’s renowned filmmaker and director Souleymane Cisse, who is considered one of the pillars of African cinema, died at a Bamako clinic aged 84. His daughter, Mariam Cissé, confirmed his death, saying that he dedicated his life to his country, cinema, and art. The cause of his death was not shared. Cissé made history as the first
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Helen Tanielu is a senior lecturer, academic and researcher at the National University of Samoa. Her expertise is around family violence and ending violence against women and girls (EVAWG). Why did you begin working on family violence prevention? I became interested in family violence about 12 years ago. It was really interesting to me from
“So we will continue to go after terrorist organisations that threaten our African partners as well as the United States,” he said. James Hecker, commander of the U.S. Air Forces, Europe and Africa (USAFE-AFAFRICA), says the US Air Force will carry out airstrikes against terrorist targets across Africa. Mr Hecker stated this at a digital
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The State Minister for Finance in charge of General Duties, Henry Musasizi, delivered a keynote address at the ongoing two-day Public Finance Management Conference for Africa (2025) at Golden Tulip Hotel, Kampala. The conference, themed “Enhancing Public Finance in Africa: Progress and Prospects,” brought together experts to discuss the continent’s progress and challenges in public
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The Red Cross Society of the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC Red Cross), the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) and the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) are gravely concerned by the deepening humanitarian crisis in the Kivu region of the eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC),
The assessment includes contributions from the African Development Bank. WRI also launches Green-Gray Infrastructure Accelerator, supporting 11 African cities in building climate resilience. A new report by World Resources Institute (WRI) and the World Bank, with contributions from the African Development Bank (AfDB), provides one of the most comprehensive assessments to date on how Sub-Saharan
