Since independence in 1956 the Sudanese have lived through 35 coups, attempted coups and coup plots – more than any other African country. When the 2019 uprising against long-time dictator Omar al-Bashir created a military-civilian transitional government, the Sudanese hoped that their country would transition to democratic rule. But their hopes were dashed in October 2021 … [Read more...] about Omar al-Bashir brutalised Sudan – how his 30-year legacy is playing out today
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Africa Command (AFRICOM) Reiterates United States (U.S.) – Mozambique Security Cooperation
Download logoU.S. Africa Command’s (USAFRICOM) Deputy to the Commander for Civil-Military Engagement, Ambassador Andrew Young, visited Mozambique on April 18-19. While in Maputo, Ambassador Young who leads AFRICOM’s efforts to unite defense, diplomacy, and development to enhance stability on the continent, met with the Minister of Foreign Affairs, other … [Read more...] about Africa Command (AFRICOM) Reiterates United States (U.S.) – Mozambique Security Cooperation
Sudan: Ceasefire a potential lifesaver for civilians trapped without food, water, medical care
Download logoThe reported temporary ceasefire in Sudan is a potential lifesaver for civilians who have been trapped in their homes without the ability to access food, clean water, and medical care. Street battles and the use of heavy explosive weapons in Khartoum have had a devastating impact on civilians and critical infrastructure over the last week, forcing many to flee or … [Read more...] about Sudan: Ceasefire a potential lifesaver for civilians trapped without food, water, medical care
Fertilizer and Soil Health in West Africa: Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) Consults Stakeholders of the Sector
Download logoWith a view to developing an updated roadmap for improving soil fertility and agricultural productivity in the region, the ECOWAS Commission is organising virtual consultations with the private sector, civil society, and the public sector respectively, from 25th to 27th April 2023. The consultations, which are being held with the technical and financial … [Read more...] about Fertilizer and Soil Health in West Africa: Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) Consults Stakeholders of the Sector
Pangea-Risk publishes white paper on “The Politics of African Debt Restructuring”
PANGEA-RISK (www.PANGEA-RISK.com) jointly published a white paper on THE POLITICS OF AFRICAN DEBT RESTRUCTURING, with Acre Impact Capital, on the need to prepare Africa’s distressed sovereigns for a new wave of sustainability capital. Download the document here: https://apo-opa.info/3oL0I9h The report finds that by 2024, many of Africa’s debt-distressed … [Read more...] about Pangea-Risk publishes white paper on “The Politics of African Debt Restructuring”
