Africa

With Donald Trump’s return to the White House in 2024, the Horn of Africa faces new and profound challenges. The Horn views this shift with a mix of caution and urgency. Trump’s “America First” approach may profoundly impact U.S. engagement in the Horn of Africa—an already volatile region. …

In this insightful interview, Architect Eric Eyutchae, National Vice President of Alaigbo Development Foundation (ADF), an Enugu-based socio-political organization which focuses on the development of South East Nigeria, on the eve of XVI BRICS summit in Kazan, Republic of Tatarstan, discusses Africa’s political and development pitfalls, evolutionary features …

Samar Sami The U.S.’s weaponization of the dollar is proving to be a double-edged sword, as BRICS nations and the broader developing world accelerate their move away from dollar-based trade and reserves. Economic sanctions often carry unintended consequences, and the U.S.’s use of the dollar as a weapon …

Lisa Smith Al Makahleh   In October 2023, the Balticconnector gas pipeline linking Finland and Estonia was severely damaged, cutting off a critical energy supply line for six months. Initial suspicions centered on the Chinese-owned, Hong Kong-flagged container ship, the Newnew Polar Bear. Now, the Chinese government has …

Eng. Saleem Al Batayneh These days, I find that many people I meet are lost, hopeless, and frustrated. They struggle to comprehend the realities unfolding around them and fear that the relentless demonization of Zionism will lead Jordan to an uncertain and painful fate. We are confronted with …

Tereza Felix  As the dust settles on the latest chapter of the Gaza conflict, a broader and equally consequential shift is unfolding on the global stage. This shift is not only redefining the geopolitical landscape but also marking the end of an era dominated by Western influence. In …

Theresa Pauliano The attempted assassination of Donald Trump, now a three-time presidential candidate, has injected new uncertainty into the 2024 U.S. election, dramatically altering the political landscape. As Democratic support continues to wane, Trump is experiencing a surge in momentum. Internal Democratic polling indicates that Trump is making …

Ultimately, Africa’s immense potential for digital technologies continues driving efforts forward collaboratively to promote economic growth and development. But governments have to create an enabling and conducive environment for these skills to thrive. This also involves implementing comprehensive strategies including infrastructure, policy support, and ecosystem development. In a …

Lisa Smith Al-Makahleh   The decisions made in the coming weeks of the French general election will not only determine the direction of France’s governance but also resonate deeply within the broader European and global contexts. The 2024 French legislative elections have become a pivotal moment for the …