Opinion: Cameroon cannot afford a dynastic succession
Cameroon stands at a precarious political crossroads. The recent reintroduction of a vice presidency—approved under the authority of long-serving leader Paul Biya—has intensified national debate about succession, legitimacy, and the…
African banking sector surpasses $100 billion in revenue, led by key markets
African banks have crossed a significant financial milestone, generating more than $100 billion in annual revenue for the first time, according to a new report by McKinsey & Company. The…
Opinion: Executive overreach and institutional silence threaten American democracy
The latest executive action by Donald Trump—reportedly aimed at tightening mail-in voting rules nationwide—raises profound constitutional and democratic concerns. According to the available information, the order would direct the federal…
U.S. signals possible NATO reassessment after allies deny base access for Iran operations
Washington, D.C. — U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio has raised questions about the future of the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO), suggesting Washington may reconsider the alliance’s value following…
UN General Assembly declares Transatlantic Slave Trade “gravest crime against humanity”
The United Nations General Assembly has overwhelmingly adopted a resolution recognizing the enslavement of Africans during the transatlantic slave trade as “the gravest crime against humanity,” marking a significant moment…
Ukraine unleashes largest drone offensive of the year, sparks blaze at strategic Baltic Port
Ukraine launched its most significant drone campaign against Russia this year, striking multiple regions overnight between Tuesday and Wednesday and igniting a large fire at a crucial energy facility in…
Mahama criticizes U.S. policies, warns of global impact on Black History
New York, March 25, 2026 — Ghana’s President, John Dramani Mahama, has issued a pointed critique of the United States government, accusing it of fostering an environment that risks diminishing…
Kenya launches first zero-tariff agricultural exports to China in bid to narrow trade gap
Nairobi, Kenya — Kenya has dispatched its first shipment of agricultural products to China under a newly implemented zero-tariff trade arrangement, marking a significant step in efforts to expand exports…
Ghana–EU Security Pact signals strategic shift in West Africa
Ghana is poised to become the first African nation to formalize a security and defence partnership with the European Union, a move that analysts say could reshape regional security dynamics…
Iran appoints hardline Security Chief following the killing of Ali Larijani
Iran has appointed Mohammad Bagher Zolghadr as its new top security official, replacing Ali Larijani, who was killed in a U.S.–Israeli airstrike last week, marking a significant shift in Tehran’s…