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Algeria/Niger : The security and business implications of the Algiers-Niamey reconciliation

Against a backdrop of ongoing tensions with Mali, Algiers has been cultivating its relationship with Niger. Having closely observed the […] ​Against a backdrop of ongoing tensions with Mali, Algiers has been cultivating its relationship with Niger. Having closely observed the […] Read More

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Nigeria : Abuja explores all options for equipping armed forces with helicopters

Under pressure from Washington to end the violence plaguing the north of the country, Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s administration has embarked […] ​Under pressure from Washington to end the violence plaguing the north of the country, Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s administration has embarked […] Read More

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DRC : Pressured by Washington, Kinshasa procrastinates over Chemaf sale

In its determined bid to buy Chemaf’s assets in Lualaba province, Virtus Minerals has struggled to overcome resistance from the Congolese executive. Its CEO, Phil Braun, had pinned his hopes on Félix Tshisekedi’s trip to Washington in early February, where […] ​In its determined bid to buy Chemaf’s assets in Lualaba province, Virtus Minerals has

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South Africa Pulls Out of Venice Biennale After Gaza Artwork Furor

The country, a major center for African art, will not have an official presence at this year’s event after a legal dispute over a Gaza-focused artwork. ​The country, a major center for African art, will not have an official presence at this year’s event after a legal dispute over a Gaza-focused artwork. Read More

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