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  • May 15
  • 2 min read

Anglo’s plans may still hurt Southern Africa mining

Facing down a takeover bid, mining giant Anglo American has announced major restructuring plans

Southern Africa
  • May 15
  • 2 min read

Narrow US focus on geopolitics may hurt African ties

Niger's prime minister cited alleged US condescending and threatening attitudes as reasons for expulsion of US forces

Africa
  • May 14
  • 7 min read

Attracting investment may prove difficult in Nigeria

The ratings agency Fitch has revised Nigeria's credit rating upwards despite the uneven implementation of major reforms

Nigeria
  • May 14
  • 2 min read

Russia may look to grow ties with Lusophone Africa

Umaro Sissoco Embalo, president of Portuguese-speaking Guinea-Bissau, recently visited Russia

Africa
  • May 13
  • 7 min read

South Africa may oppose world’s largest mining deal

Australian mining giant BHP would likely sell off mines in Southern Africa if it absorbed Anglo American

South Africa
  • May 13
  • 2 min read

El Fasher fighting underscores Sudan conflict risk

Major clashes around North Darfur’s capital have caused civilian casualties

Sudan
  • May 13
  • 2 min read

Mali's junta may officially extend their rule

A 'national consultation' organised by the ruling junta has called for a lengthy extension of military rule

Mali
  • May 10
  • 7 min read

Ghana anti-LGBTQ+ bill poses a dilemma for Akufo-Addo

Ghana has passed extremely harsh legislation targeting LGBTQ+ people and communities

Ghana