Opinion: Kenya’s visa-free policy shows two different visions of African integration
President William Ruto’s decision to grant visa-free entry to citizens of almost every African country marks one of the continent’s boldest commitments to regional integration. Except for Somalia and Libya,…
Trump says Iran reached out seeking a new deal, Reuters reports
WASHINGTON — U.S. President Donald Trump said Iran contacted him “a while ago” and indicated it wants to negotiate a new agreement with the United States, according to Reuters, signaling…
Maine Democratic Senate nominee Platner suspends campaign amid rape allegation
MAINE — Democratic U.S. Senate nominee Graham Platner announced Wednesday that he is suspending his campaign, ending a candidacy that had been thrown into turmoil following a rape allegation and…
African Union reaffirms support for Madagascar’s transition to constitutional rule
ADDIS ABABA, Ethiopia — The President of the African Union Commission, Mahmoud Ali Youssouf, has reaffirmed the African Union’s commitment to supporting Madagascar’s political transition following a meeting with the…
Opinion: The Sahel’s pivot from Paris to Moscow raises difficult questions for Africa’s future
Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov’s visit to Niamey for the Russia–Alliance of Sahel States (AES) ministerial meeting is more than another diplomatic engagement. It is another visible sign that the…
France aim to continue perfect World Cup run against Morocco in a quarterfinal clash
BOSTON, Mass. — France will look to extend its flawless run at the FIFA World Cup 2026 when it faces Morocco in a highly anticipated quarterfinal at Boston Stadium on…
Opinion: Malema is right about one thing—Africa’s future depends on Africans
Few political figures on the African continent generate as much controversy as South African opposition leader Julius Malema. To his supporters, he is a fearless Pan-Africanist willing to challenge the…
Malema calls for one African president, common currency, and borderless continent at Nigerian Bar Conference
ENUGU, Nigeria — South African opposition leader Julius Malema has called for sweeping political and economic integration across Africa, urging the continent to embrace a single presidency, a common currency,…
Trump signals plans to lift U.S. sanctions on Turkey
U.S. President Donald Trump has announced that his administration is preparing to remove U.S. sanctions on Turkey, saying the move is part of a broader effort to strengthen ties with…
African governments weigh new U.S. health funding deals as Trump Administration attaches conditions
A new U.S. foreign assistance strategy aimed at supporting healthcare systems across Africa is generating both interest and controversy, as several African governments scrutinize conditions attached to billions of dollars…