
Egypt Unveils a New Luxury Megaproject
Although the economy is recovering, analysts warn that Sisi’s vanity projects could harm the country in the long term.

Tanzania Dials Up Repression Ahead of Elections
Two foreign activists allege that security forces carried out “unimaginable cruelty.”

How Trump Is Helping Washington’s Foes in Africa
Ramaphosa’s treatment at the White House cemented that the U.S. is writing itself out of the continent’s future.

Cyril Ramaphosa Goes to Washington
Inside the South African president’s gambit to mend ties with Trump.

White South Africans Enter the U.S. as Refugees
As Trump welcomes the first batch of refugees to the U.S., rights groups are pushing back.

South Sudan’s Conflict Escalates
A deadly hospital bombing raises fears that the country has returned to civil war.

Can Trump Bring Peace to Congo?
Despite a U.S.-brokered agreement, many experts remain skeptical.

Can Nigeria Trump-Proof Its Economy?
Abuja looks to other African nations to help it diversify its markets.

Coup Leader Wins Gabon’s Presidential Election
Will the results signal a break from or a return to the old guard?

What Trump’s Tariffs Mean for Africa
The continent will become even more vulnerable to contractions in China’s economy.

Is South Sudan’s Fragile Peace Over?
A high-profile arrest in the world’s youngest country spark fears of a return to all-out war.

Nigeria’s Missed #MeToo Moment
A female lawmaker faces condemnation after speaking out about sexual harassment in parliament.

Tigray Power Struggle Risks Ethiopia-Eritrea War
A rift within the TPLF has renewed the risk of a large interstate conflict.

Why Congo Is Suing Apple
Kinshasa has accused the tech giant of tainting supply chains with tin, tungsten, tantalum, and gold smuggled by Rwanda.

Senegal Makes Peace With Separatists
The Senegalese prime minister has struck a deal with Casamance rebels in an effort to end a conflict that began in 1982.