Our Correspondent | Africa Guardian The oil-rich Abyei region, located on the border between South Sudan and Sudan, has long been a point of contention since South Sudan’s independence in 2011. Recently, South Sudan has signaled its intention to assert control over Abyei, referencing a controversial referendum conducted over a decade ago, the results of which it had initially…
Elizabeth Antidius Shumbusho | Africa Guardian China’s unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) are becoming increasingly integral to Africa’s military strategies, with many African nations turning to Chinese drones to bolster their defense capabilities. Instead of paying cash for these advanced drones, many countries offer access to their natural resources, providing a cost-effective arrangement for both sides. Over the past decade,…
Africa Reaps Modernization Dividends Through FOCAC Charles Muchoki | Africa Guardian Infrastructure and Cultural Exchanges Propel Development Across the Continent Once hindered by inadequate infrastructure, frequent power outages, and widespread poverty, Africa today showcases smoother roads, modern railway networks, expanded ports and airports, and a growing economy. Much of this progress can be attributed to two decades of cooperation…
Edson Baraukwa | Africa Guardian During his first term, Donald Trump made his disdain for Africa clear, famously referring to many nations on the continent as “shithole countries” during a 2018 meeting with senators. If Trump intends for his second-term legacy to include countering China’s global rise, he cannot afford to ignore Africa’s strategic importance any longer. Africa’s Resources:…
Our Correspondent | Africa Guardian The fall of Syrian dictator Bashar al-Assad has cast uncertainty over the future of Russia’s military bases in the region. The naval base in Tartus and the airbase in Hmeimim—Russia’s only military outposts outside the former Soviet Union—serve as critical hubs for the Kremlin’s activities in both Africa and the Middle East. Without these…
Our Correspondent | Africa Guardian South Africa is set to lead the G20 for the first time as the continent’s sole representative, with a year-long agenda centered on critical issues like debt relief, climate change, and global justice. As the first African nation to assume the presidency of the trillion-dollar group, South Africa aims to place African development priorities…
Edson Baraukwa | Africa Guardian Ethiopia is reintroducing a stock exchange after more than 50 years, marking a significant step toward attracting foreign investment as it recovers from internal conflict and strives for economic growth. The country, which saw an average growth rate of 8% over the past decade, aims to position itself as a key player in Eastern…
Our Correspondent | Africa Guardian Air Peace has forged a strategic partnership with the Africa Diaspora Investment Network Alliance (ADINA) to enhance connectivity across Africa. The announcement followed the ADINA Summit 2024, held on December 27 at the Kempinski Gold Coast City Hotel in Accra, Ghana. The summit brought together influential African diaspora investors, business leaders, and global institutions…
Elizabeth Antidius Shumbusho | Africa Guardian The Critical Minerals Africa Group (CMAG) (www.CMAGAfrica.com), an organization dedicated to promoting the responsible sourcing and sustainable development of Africa’s vital mineral resources, is excited to announce a strategic alliance with APO Group (www.APO-opa.com), the award-winning pan-African communications consultancy and press release distribution service. This partnership is aimed at amplifying the global presence…
Charles Muchoki | Africa Guardian Walt Disney has appointed Tony Chambers as the new president for its Europe, Middle East, and Africa (EMEA) operations, following a restructuring of the company’s entertainment businesses in the region, announced Tuesday. Chambers, who previously headed theatrical distribution, will begin his new role in February. He will oversee Disney’s streaming, advertising sales, studio marketing,…