UN flags rising terror threat across West Africa and Sahel
The United Nations has warned that terrorism, organised crime and humanitarian challenges continue to threaten stability across West Africa and the Sahel….reports Africa Daily
China’s growing grip on African ports raises strategic concerns
A US-based report says China’s extensive investments in African ports are creating long-term financial and operational dependencies across the continent…reports Asian lite News Desk
India, Ghana strengthen maritime partnership with focus on ports
India’s High Commissioner-designate Surinder Bhagat held separate meetings with Ghana’s port and maritime authorities to discuss closer cooperation….reports Asian Lite News Desk India and
EU targets Sudan’s war economy with new sanctions on gold trade
The European Union has approved a new package of sanctions targeting Sudan’s war economy, including a ban on Sudanese gold imports and restrictions on
Senegal FA faces backlash over claims about national team doctor
Senegal Football Federation president Abdoulaye Fall has claimed players lost confidence in the national team’s doctor during the FIFA World Cup 2026 after learning
China Wants Africa to Ditch the Dollar
China is encouraging African nations to repay Chinese loans in yuan rather than US dollars as part of its broader effort to expand the
Africa CDC, WHO chiefs head to Ebola hotspot
The heads of Africa CDC and the World Health Organization will travel to eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo next week to strengthen efforts
Google opens Africa Applied AI Lab applications
The initiative will provide selected participants with access to Google AI models, technical support and potential funding opportunities, with applications closing on August 31…reports
World Bank, IMF loans reshaping policymaking in Africa
Supporters say the conditions strengthen public finances and governance, while critics argue they can limit national policy autonomy…reports Africa Daily News Desk Kenya’s latest
South Africa migrant fears grow
The demonstrations, which have spread to several cities, have heightened fears among migrant communities and prompted fresh warnings from the government…reports Africa Daily News
