Bourita with Mauritanian President

Algeria’s Ambassador returns to Bamako in humiliating diplomatic capitulation

The diplomatic row between Algeria and Mali ended in disgrace for the Algerian regime which is floundering as it has strained relations with all its neighboring countries. Algeria, controlled by a military junta, is known for its impulsive, frivolous and unstable diplomacy raising serious regional and international concerns. During the past few years, Algeria had […]

Ethiopian Airlines-led consortium to help newcomer Nigeria Air take-off

Ethiopian Airlines, Africa’s largest air carrier by fleet size, is reviving Nigeria’s bid for a national flag carrier, as it seeks to build its regional network and add to its portfolio of stakes in airlines across the continent. After many failed attempts to launch a profitable airline, Nigeria’s federal government has enlisted Ethiopian Airlines to […]

Kenya, Uganda enact new legislation to tighten their control of mining sector

Kenyan lawmakers are considering changes to the Mining Act of 2016, thus following in the footsteps of Uganda that passed its Mining and Minerals Act in October 2022, aiming to reform its nascent mining industry to improve the state’s control and oversight of the critical industry. The Mining (Amendment) Bill that was tabled in the […]