In a move that underscores the fragility of regional blocs in Africa, Rwanda has announced its withdrawal from ECCAS following the bloc’s 26th summit held in Malabo, the capital of Equatorial Guinea.

Amid its escalating conflict with the West over the war in Ukraine, Russia is working to strengthen its military ties across Africa—this time by restructuring its presence in Mali, a key state in West Africa.

During his interview with Al-Estiklal, Mohamed Abu Zeid, Sudan Future Movement Foreign Secretary, discusses the shifting dynamics of Sudan's internal conflict, the role of neighboring countries, and the broader regional implications.

A controversial Emirati move toward three African countries ruled by coup regime: Investing in chaos to cement influence and undermine regional rivals.

The United Arab Emirates is stepping up its strategic presence in West Africa, with its latest moves focusing on the Alliance of the Sahel States, which includes Mali, Burkina Faso, and Niger.

The dispute between Djibouti and the UAE over key Horn of Africa ports highlights a broader geopolitical struggle threatening Djibouti’s economic sovereignty and regional influence.

In one of the quietest yet most effective shifts in Turkish foreign policy, Hakan Fidan, the head of Ankara’s diplomacy, is leading a strategic expansion of his country’s presence in Africa.

Senegal’s new government has launched a high-profile anti-corruption drive against five former ministers, sparking debate over whether it’s genuine accountability or political retaliation.

Tensions are mounting between longtime rivals and uneasy neighbors, Ethiopia and Eritrea, as Addis Ababa’s renewed push for Red Sea access raises fears of a new war in the Horn of Africa, just seven years after the restoration of diplomatic ties.

As battlefield setbacks mount, President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud’s government has had little choice but to look east, where Turkiye awaited with an outstretched hand and ready weapons.

Organizations such as Human Rights Watch and the UN High Commissioner for Refugees emphasize the need for Mauritania’s policies to align with its international commitments to protect human rights.

Unlike other colonial powers such as France, Turkiye has succeeded in strengthening its presence on the African continent as a strategic partner.

Recent years have witnessed a significant shift in the nature of relations between “Israel” and African countries, as “Israel” has worked to strengthen its presence on the continent through intensive channels.

The UAE is expanding its military and economic footprint in the Central African Republic to boost regional influence and access gold, sparking international concern over instability and illicit trade.

Algeria is facing a new diplomatic crisis with Mali, Niger, and Burkina Faso, raising questions about how the situation will unfold and whether Morocco could capitalize on the opportunity amid ongoing tensions between Rabat and Algiers.