Kenya’s Presidential Puzzle: Odinga and Matiang’i Gear Up for 2027
As Kenya's political landscape heats up in anticipation of the 2027 presidential election, two prominent figures are emerging as potential contenders, each working to build their support networks and position…
East African Defense Leaders Meet in Nairobi to Address DRC Crisis
Chiefs of staff from the East African Community (EAC) gathered in Nairobi on Tuesday to discuss solutions to the ongoing crisis in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). The meeting…
Somalia and Ukraine: The Battle for Minerals and Geopolitical Struggles
For decades, Somalia and Ukraine have faced instability, war, and foreign interference. While the causes of their turmoil vary, one significant factor is often overlooked: their rich mineral resources. Both…
Ethiopia Outmaneuvers Somalia in AUSOM Dispute
While Somalia successfully limited Ethiopia’s official role in the new AU mission, Ethiopia’s continued deployment in Bay and Bakool
Somali National Army Train with U.S. Forces in Justified Accord 2025
On the front lines of Somalia’s battle against al-Shabaab, Somali soldiers remain committed to securing their country’s future — and they are not alone. Somali Sgt. Mubaarak Abdi Mohamed and…
Uhuru Kenyatta’s Mediation in DR Congo Undermined by Leadership Tensions
The ongoing conflict in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DR Congo) has posed a significant challenge to regional stability, drawing the involvement of key African leaders in mediation efforts. One…
Somalia and Ethiopia Conclude First Phase of Ankara Negotiations
The negotiations, held in the Turkish capital, Ankara, focused primarily on setting a framework and technical guidelines for the upcoming discussions. The primary objective was to establish a clear roadmap…
Funding for Somalia’s new AU peace mission hangs in the balance
With delays in activating a new UN-AU cost-sharing mechanism, both organisations must now redouble their efforts to secure funds. A new African Union (AU) peace support mission in Somalia started…
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Exercise Cutlass Express 2025 launches across East Africa
Exercise Cutlass Express 2025, sponsored by U.S. Africa Command and enabled by U.S. 6th Fleet, brings together more than 20…
Maritime issues should top Somalia’s UN Security Council agenda
Somalia’s two-year council term is a chance to leverage its strategic position at the crossroads of international maritime trade. For…
Unlocking Africa’s potentials under new AUC leadership
Amid rapidly-growing uncertainty and challenges, the mid-February election of the African Union Commission’s chairperson, Mahmoud Ali Youssouf, during the summit…
Kenya military teams provide real-world medical care at Justified Accord
U.S. Army Reserve Soldiers from the 912th Field Hospital, 8th Medical Brigade, and Kenya Defence Forces medics provide critical medical…
Salaam Bank, Enabling Somalia’s Contactless Payment Solution
In recent years, Somalia has emerged as a leading player in the financial technology (FinTech) sector in East Africa, driven…
Why Conflict Mineral Narratives Don’t Explain the M23 Rebellion in DR Congo
The capture of North Kivu’s provincial capital, Goma, by the M23 armed group last month has brought renewed international attention…
To avoid another conflict in the Horn of Africa, now is the time to act
The Horn of Africa is a turbulent region whose history and contemporary realities are intertwined with those of the Middle…
