Africa’s coups epidemic hampers trade, takes heavy toll on AfCFTA

The recent military coups in Gabon and Niger, and claims of a military takeover attempt in Congo Brazzaville, show that the contagion may continue to spread, not only undermining democratic governance but also threatening to dim the prospect of improved inter-continental trade under the African Continental Free Trade Agreement (AfCFTA). With military officers in Gabon […]

Turkey, Russia pledge to end rivalry in Libya

Russia and Turkey Wednesday vowed to collaborate and work towards the stability of Libya where both countries back rival sides. “Everyone must contribute to the full stabilization of Libya,” Turkish Foreign Minister Mevlut Cavusoglu said on Wednesday at a joint press conference with his Russian counterpart Sergej Lavrov in Ankara. “We no longer want competition […]

Arab League adopts Morocco’s full map

The Arab League has asked all its offshoots to adopt a unified map of the Arab World including Morocco’s full map from Tangier to Lagouira. The Arab League has sent a formal statement to all its affiliates with a map attached, Morocco’s news agency reported. The new measure not only conforms to reality on the […]