Chad’s visa-free policy for Africans marks a step toward continental integration, economic growth, and greater mobility, while requiring stronger security and infrastructure.

Senegal has been witnessing widespread disputes for weeks between Bassirou Diomaye Faye and Ousmane Sonko, in political and constitutional developments that have raised growing fears of a direct confrontation between the two leaders.

As Burkina Faso moved unexpectedly closer to the Israeli Occupation, in a shift that appeared to contradict the country's declared support for Palestine, military ruler Captain Ibrahim Traore launched a scathing attack on Islamic law and those advocating its implementation.

Burkina Faso views its relationship with Israel as a gateway to engaging with the United States, specifically to access American intelligence expertise.

Yemen’s migration crisis has become a growing security threat, fueled by regional instability, smuggling networks, and alleged Houthi exploitation of migrants.

“Israel’s” recognition of Somaliland marks a strategic partnership driven by Somaliland’s quest for legitimacy and “Israel’s” pursuit of influence in the Red Sea and Horn of Africa.

A sweeping shift in the US global health policy under President Donald Trump has stirred debate across Africa.

The Nairobi “Africa Forward” summit highlights France’s declining influence in Africa, its shift from aid to investment partnerships, and ongoing doubts over implementation and competition with other global powers.

Sahel states have intensified their campaign against the French presence across the region, extending beyond military, diplomatic, and economic ties to target French media outlets as well.

China has scrapped tariffs on goods from 53 African countries starting May 1, 2026, in a move that has sparked differing interpretations over its aims, impact, and broader context.

The security crisis in Africa’s western Sahel region has entered a dangerous new phase with the recent attacks in Mali by al Qaeda–linked militant groups and Tuareg separatists.

Nigeria's Defense Minister Christopher Gwabin Musa announced a new military agreement with Ankara aimed at strengthening Nigeria’s capacity to tackle an insurgency that has dragged on for more than 17 years.

Africa is trying to move past decades of economic strain by strengthening cooperation between neighbors, with Zimbabwe and Botswana now planning to allow passport-free travel using only national ID cards.

In Mauritania, anger is mounting over the Malian army after a series of deadly incidents, including the late-March 2026 killing of Mauritanians from Sarsar village about 70 kilometers inside Malian territory.

The Senegalese government continues to pursue its election pledges, including a review of foreign investment contracts seen as contributing to the exploitation of national resources and the waste of public wealth.