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Africa’s Top Military Powers in 2025

The latest Global Firepower Index for 2025 reveals significant shifts in Africa’s military landscape, highlighting Egypt’s continued dominance alongside Nigeria’s remarkable ascent to the third position on the continent. The.

Zimbabwe’s Long-Term Vision: Promoting Local Value Addition in Lithium Industry

Zimbabwe has consistently demonstrated a forward-looking approach to its mineral resources, aiming to maximise the benefits for its economy and communities. A notable example of this strategy is the country’s.

Youth Peacebuilders Changing the Narrative in African Conflicts

Youth represent the largest generation in human history, with 1.22 billion individuals aged 15–24 worldwide in 2025. The majority, almost 90 percent, live in developing countries, with over 23 percent.

Africa Advances Toward a Thriving Carbon Market with Support Facility

Africa is steadily laying the groundwork for a stronger, more integrated carbon market, as the African Development Bank (AfDB) prepares to launch the Africa Carbon Support Facility. Designed to help.

Meet Sidi Ould Tah, Elected Ninth President of AfDB

Sidi Ould Tah of Mauritania has been elected the ninth president of the African Development Bank (AfDB), stepping into the spotlight at the bank’s annual meetings held in Abidjan, Côte.

Africa’s Power Puzzle: Are Checks and Balances Working?

Across the globe, the principle of separation of powers is seen as fundamental to building resilient democracies. In theory, it ensures that no single arm of government, executive, legislative, or.

Nigeria’s Shift Toward Energy Self-Sufficiency to Boost Domestic Oil Production

Nigeria, long recognised as Africa’s largest crude oil producer, is undergoing a significant transformation in its energy landscape. Historically, the country has been the continent’s top petrol importer, heavily reliant.

Africa’s Quiet Rise of Surveillance States

Surveillance today is no longer confined to shadowy intelligence agencies or authoritarian regimes. Across the world, governments employ advanced digital tools to enhance security, improve governance, and protect citizens from.

Strengthening Security in West Africa: Burkina Faso and Senegal’s New Partnership

A new bilateral initiative targeting terrorism and transnational crime has been launched by Burkina Faso and Senegal in response to West Africa’s escalating insecurity. The partnership reflects a growing consensus.