Trump’s reaffirmed support for $4bn Lobito Corridor project offers clues to his Africa policy

The Trump administration has reaffirmed its commitment to the $4 billion Lobito Corridor rail project in Africa, aiming to strengthen United States-Africa economic ties while countering China’s growing influence in the region. The initiative, which connects Angola, Zambia, and the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), is seen as a vital trade route for transporting minerals […]

Morocco welcomes steps to narrow Qatar-GCC gap

Morocco expressed optimism and satisfaction at the recent development to end the rift between Qatar and other Gulf Cooperation Council member states.   The Moroccan foreign ministry has voiced hope to see a lasting agreement to this dispute with a view to restoring the cohesion of the GCC and fostering stability and Arab unity.   […]

Sudan Accuses Neighbors of Undermining Darfur Arms Embargo

Sudanese officials have raised concerns with a United Nations panel of experts over the role of neighboring countries in violating a U.N. Security Council arms embargo on Darfur. Interior Minister Babaker Samra Mustafa and senior officials met the delegation in Port Sudan on Wednesday to discuss the implementation of Resolution 1591, which prohibits the supply […]