South African President Cyril Ramaphosa arrives for an EU-AU summit in Brussels on Feb. 17.
South African President Cyril Ramaphosa arrives for an EU-AU summit in Brussels on Feb. 17.

Why African Leaders Won’t Back the West on Ukraine

Committed nonalignment, fear of upsetting China, and reliance on Russia for arms and security led many countries to ignore Washington’s demands.

Central African Republic President Faustin-Archange Touadéra addresses supporters during a rally of the United Hearts Movement political party at the Omnisport Stadium in Bangui on March 18.
Central African Republic President Faustin-Archange Touadéra addresses supporters during a rally of the United Hearts Movement political party at the Omnisport Stadium in Bangui on March 18.

Will Russia’s Ukraine Invasion Impact the Central African Republic?

Wagner Group mercenaries have transformed the conflict, but the country is still far from a workable peace deal.

Vehicles exit a gas station in Accra, Ghana, on March 22. 
Vehicles exit a gas station in Accra, Ghana, on March 22. 

Will Inflation Spark Protests in Africa?

The war in Ukraine has led to rising costs for fuel, food, and fertilizer from Ghana and Nigeria to Egypt—and it could trigger instability.

Civilians stage a silent protest against the drilling in the Kavango Basin on the steps of St. George’s Cathedral in Cape Town, South Africa, on March 11, 2021.
Civilians stage a silent protest against the drilling in the Kavango Basin on the steps of St. George’s Cathedral in Cape Town, South Africa, on March 11, 2021.

Can Namibia Avoid the Resource Curse?

A new offshore oil discovery could be a godsend—or disaster—for one of Africa’s most unequal countries.

A general view of the construction of a new gasoline unit at the Sonangol Luanda Refinery is seen in Luanda, Angola, on Oct. 22, 2020.
A general view of the construction of a new gasoline unit at the Sonangol Luanda Refinery is seen in Luanda, Angola, on Oct. 22, 2020.

Can African Oil and Gas Replace Russia’s?

The continent’s major energy producers are ready to help meet European demand, but they lack the capacity and investment.

An aerial view of elephants grazing in Kimana Sanctuary
An aerial view of elephants grazing in Kimana Sanctuary

Africa Has a Climate Funding Shortfall

The IPCC report highlights a major financing gap for climate adaptation research focused on the continent.

People fleeing Ukraine wait at the main railway station in Przemysl, Poland, on Feb. 28.
People fleeing Ukraine wait at the main railway station in Przemysl, Poland, on Feb. 28.

How the Russia-Ukraine War Impacts Africans

Fleeing African students have been left stranded at the border as a food crisis looms for countries dependent on Russian and Ukrainian grain.

From left to right, European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen, Senegalese President Macky Sall, European Council President Charles Michel, French President Emmanuel Macron, and African Union Commission Chairperson Moussa Faki Mahamat give a press conference on the second day of a European Union and African Union summit in Brussels on Feb. 18.
From left to right, European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen, Senegalese President Macky Sall, European Council President Charles Michel, French President Emmanuel Macron, and African Union Commission Chairperson Moussa Faki Mahamat give a press conference on the second day of a European Union and African Union summit in Brussels on Feb. 18.

African Leaders Criticize Brussels Over Vaccines

Disagreements over intellectual property waivers for COVID-19 vaccines are hindering closer ties.

Members of Tunisia’s security forces stand outside the closed entrance to the headquarters of Tunisia's Supreme Judicial Council in Tunis, Tunisia, on Feb. 6.
Members of Tunisia’s security forces stand outside the closed entrance to the headquarters of Tunisia's Supreme Judicial Council in Tunis, Tunisia, on Feb. 6.

Will Kais Saied Kill Tunisia’s Democracy?

The country that sparked the Arab Spring could be headed back to permanent authoritarian rule.

Jean-Claude Kassi Brou, president of the Economic Community of West African States, (right) makes his way to the airport after addressing the press in Ouagadougou, Burkina Faso, on Jan. 31.
Jean-Claude Kassi Brou, president of the Economic Community of West African States, (right) makes his way to the airport after addressing the press in Ouagadougou, Burkina Faso, on Jan. 31.

Africa Responds to Burkina Faso’s Coup

Regional organizations like the African Union and ECOWAS suspended the country’s ruling junta. But do they have double standards when it comes to democracy?

A protester walks a camel painted in the colors of the French flag during a mass demonstration to protest sanctions imposed on Mali by the Economic Community of West African States in Bamako, Mali, on Jan. 14.
A protester walks a camel painted in the colors of the French flag during a mass demonstration to protest sanctions imposed on Mali by the Economic Community of West African States in Bamako, Mali, on Jan. 14.

Mali’s Military Doubles Down as Junta Ousts Burkina Faso’s President

West Africa is rocked by yet another coup as the military seizes power in Ouagadougou and holds onto control in Bamako.

Dancers perform during the opening ceremony of the Africa Cup of Nations at Stade d'Olembé in Yaoundé, Cameroon, on Jan. 9.
Dancers perform during the opening ceremony of the Africa Cup of Nations at Stade d'Olembé in Yaoundé, Cameroon, on Jan. 9.

Cameroon Hosts Africa Cup of Nations Amid Ongoing Violence

The soccer tournament is being held in the middle of ongoing conflict—and is still fighting for the world’s respect.

Volker Perthes, U.N. special representative for Sudan, addresses the media in Khartoum, Sudan, on Jan. 10.
Volker Perthes, U.N. special representative for Sudan, addresses the media in Khartoum, Sudan, on Jan. 10.

Sudan’s Future Hangs in the Balance

Demonstrators find themselves at odds with key U.N. and U.S. mediators.

People hold candles and Ethiopian flags during a memorial service for victims of the Tigray conflict in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, on Nov. 3.
People hold candles and Ethiopian flags during a memorial service for victims of the Tigray conflict in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, on Nov. 3.

What’s in Store for Africa in 2022

Ethiopia’s war and other conflicts in the Horn of Africa region will shape the coming year.

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan welcomes Nigerian President Muhammadu Buhari during the Third Turkey-Africa Partnership Summit in Istanbul on Dec. 18.
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan welcomes Nigerian President Muhammadu Buhari during the Third Turkey-Africa Partnership Summit in Istanbul on Dec. 18.

Turkey Deepens Its Footprint in Africa

Expanding security cooperation and friendly rhetoric are strengthening Ankara’s influence on the continent.

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