Middle East / Africa
Biya's frail health may pose Cameroon stability risk
Concerns over President Paul Biya's health have fed public speculation over his longevity and the political future
CameroonAlgeria will dismiss EU complaints about market access
The government's policies aim at boosting domestic production, but they are also raising difficulties with the EU
AlgeriaZambia faces political interference in the judiciary
The government is pressuring the courts to ban the former president from running for election again
ZambiaNigeria oil and tax reforms may face hurdles
Nigeria has introduced a series of tax incentives for oil investment and proposals for overhauling the income tax system
NigeriaWith allies on the back foot, Syria may hedge its bets
Israel’s campaign to degrade Hezbollah capabilities has included strikes against the group in Syria
SyriaBurkina Faso security struggles will fuel inward turn
The government has announced a major wave of arrests of domestic enemies as part of a citizen denunciation campaign
Burkina FasoTurkey’s electric vehicle sector will grow slowly
The government is prioritising protecting domestic vehicle production and exports over promoting electric vehicle use
TurkeyTanzania’s opposition may face growing pressures
An ongoing crackdown on the opposition has exposed its vulnerability and weaknesses
Tanzania
