In a carefully orchestrated two-day event, Vladimir Putin addressed Africa — but it was Europe that was listening. The third Russia-Africa summit was not merely another diplomatic gathering; it marked…
Author: Sidi Mohamed
Journalist
Aftermath of Ukraine’s drone strikes: Russia’s energy crisis deepens as global calls for peace grow
Dnipro tragedy sparks international outrage as Moscow escalates strikes on civilian infrastructure The night of October 29-30 marked another grim chapter in the Russia-Ukraine war, as Ukraine’s drone strikes extended…
Binance security breach leaves $6.3 billion hole: what this means for crypto trust
The global cryptocurrency exchange giant Binance now faces one of its most critical security crises in history after an unprecedented cyberattack on its internal infrastructure. With losses estimated at $6.3…
Public outcry and financial risks: why the CAF abandoned the four-year CAN format
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Cotonou hosts pivotal debate as Africa weighs energy’s role in economic transformation
After the summit: how Africa is rethinking energy to drive growth The 12th African think tanks summit, taking place in Cotonou this week (28-30 October 2026), has become the latest…
Russia’s African strategy under scrutiny: why economic substance falls short of geopolitical ambitions
The fallout from Russia’s expanding influence across Africa is sparking fierce debate, raising critical questions about the long-term viability of Moscow’s approach. While the Kremlin touts a resurgence of strategic…
After Senegal’s budget clash: how Benin’s Senate aims to shield politics from gridlock
As Senegal’s latest budget battle exposed the fragility of legislature-executive relations, Benin’s Senate is positioning itself as a stabilising force in West Africa’s political landscape. At the opening of its…
Ukraine tragedy: civilian train station hit by Russian drone strike sparks global outrage
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Morocco’s U-turn on Cuba sanctions at UN sparks continental backlash
The United Nations General Assembly has once again placed the spotlight on the decades-long sanctions against Cuba, this time delivering a sharp rebuke to nations still upholding Washington’s economic blockade.…
Algeria’s bold military move in Niger: a game-changer in Sahel’s power struggle
Sahel’s shifting sands: Algeria challenges Russian influence with troop deployment in Niger As Moscow basked in the illusion of uncontested military dominance across the Sahel following the exit of Western…
Benin’s trade deal with UAE: public reaction and next steps after tariff exemptions announcement
As Benin and the United Arab Emirates formalize a landmark trade agreement, public debate intensifies over whether the elimination of duties on over 3,000 Beninese products will deliver promised economic…