Middle East / Africa
Algerian-Moroccan rivalry drives defence sector focus
Algeria is increasing the army's budget, while Morocco focuses on building its local defence industry
AlgeriaSaudi PMI will help signal persistent confidence
Lower oil prices and persistent production cuts are cutting in Saudi Aramco's profits
Saudi ArabiaPeaceful transition bolsters Botswana’s democracy
A new government has taken power for the first time in the country’s history
BotswanaNigerian authorities may relax repressive measures
The Federal High Court today dropped treason charges against individuals involved in August's anti-government protests
NigeriaTech innovation waves raise chances and challenges
Considering the tech innovation waves that have occurred over centuries can aid preparations for the AI wave underway
InternationalEgypt wants to balance IMF reforms and social impact
The government and the IMF will start meetings on the fourth review of the country's loan programme
EgyptCivilians will suffer amid fighting in central Sudan
An army offensive in central Sudan looks set to escalate, with civilians caught in the centre
SudanConvenience will drive Yemeni Huthis’ al-Qaida links
A UN report notes growing ties between the Huthis and al-Qaida, which will come at the expense of the Aden-based forces
Yemen
