Africa News & Analysis

UK Aid Cuts Threaten Vital Projects in Africa’s Poorest Nations

The Guardian

March 21, 2026 • 3 min read • James Chen

UK Aid Cuts Threaten Vital Projects in Africa’s Poorest Nations

UK to slash aid by £900m to African nations by 2028-29, hindering vital projects.

#UK aid #Africa #foreign policy

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Congo's Sassou Nguesso Secures Fifth Term Amidst Regional Tensions

Al Jazeera

March 17, 2026 • 3 min read • Elena Vasquez

Congo's Sassou Nguesso Secures Fifth Term Amidst Regional Tensions

Denis Sassou Nguesso claims victory in Congo, reinforcing his 42-year reign, raising questions on regional stability and democratic processes.

#Congo #Sassou Nguesso #elections

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Deadly Suicide Attacks in Maiduguri Signal Rising Tensions

Deutsche Welle

March 17, 2026 • 3 min read • Sarah Al-Rashid

Deadly Suicide Attacks in Maiduguri Signal Rising Tensions

At least 23 killed in Maiduguri, Borno State after a series of suicide bombings, raising concerns over regional stability.

#Nigeria #Boko Haram #insurgency

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Can Africa's Oil Producers Mitigate Middle East Supply Shocks?

Deutsche Welle

March 17, 2026 • 3 min read • Elena Vasquez

Can Africa's Oil Producers Mitigate Middle East Supply Shocks?

Exploring how Nigeria and Angola could boost production to balance oil shortages due to Middle Eastern conflicts.

#Africa #oil production #Nigeria

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Eswatini's Complex Role in U.S. Immigration Policies Unveiled

The Guardian

March 14, 2026 • 2 min read • Marcus Webb

Eswatini's Complex Role in U.S. Immigration Policies Unveiled

Eswatini receives deportees from Somalia, Sudan, Tanzania under a US deal, highlighting geopolitical complexities in immigration policy.

#Eswatini #Trump administration #immigration policy

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Senegal's New Law Strengthens Anti-LGBTQ Stance Amid Backlash

France 24

March 12, 2026 • 3 min read • David Okonkwo

Senegal's New Law Strengthens Anti-LGBTQ Stance Amid Backlash

Senegal's parliament doubles sentences for same-sex relations, raising concerns about human rights and increasing tensions in West Africa.

#Senegal #LGBTQ rights #Africa

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Senegal's New Law Intensifies Crackdown on LGBTQ Community

France 24

March 12, 2026 • 3 min read • James Chen

Senegal's New Law Intensifies Crackdown on LGBTQ Community

Senegal's parliament doubles prison sentences for same-sex relations, sparking a regional debate on LGBTQ rights amid a growing crackdown.

#Senegal #LGBTQ rights #Africa

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Senegal's Controversial Anti-LGBT Law: A Geopolitical Insight

France 24

February 26, 2026 • 3 min read • Elena Vasquez

Senegal's Controversial Anti-LGBT Law: A Geopolitical Insight

Senegalese PM Ousmane Sonko aims to impose harsher penalties on same-sex relations, sparking regional and international debate.

#Senegal #LGBT rights #geopolitics

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Botswana's Health Crisis: Urgent Reforms for Diamond-Funded System

The Guardian

February 22, 2026 • 3 min read • James Chen

Botswana's Health Crisis: Urgent Reforms for Diamond-Funded System

Botswana's diamond-funded healthcare system faces a crisis, exposing systemic flaws and the need for reform. Botswana's president outlines a vision for renewal.

#Botswana #healthcare #diamonds

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Resurgence of Neglected Diseases in Africa Amid Aid Cuts

The New York Times

February 05, 2026

Resurgence of Neglected Diseases in Africa Amid Aid Cuts

Neglected diseases in Africa resurface due to halted US aid, causing worry over a potential health crisis.

#Africa #health #aid

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Africa's Coup Crisis: Understanding the New Wave of Political Upheaval

Deutsche Welle

December 16, 2025

Africa's Coup Crisis: Understanding the New Wave of Political Upheaval

A surge of military coups across Africa in 2025 signals deepening political instability. Madagascar and Guinea-Bissau face new military governments while regional leaders scramble for solutions.