But to capture its benefits, the continent needs to develop an effective, common maritime policy.

The forced closing of two U.S. military bases in Niger and the hasty withdrawal of a much smaller group of special operations forces personnel from neighboring Chad are notable setbacks for the ...

The global energy transition is creating unprecedented demand for critical minerals such as cobalt, copper, and lithium.

The Durban summit identified the right economic priorities, but a geopolitical strategy and credible regional security ...

The more important question is whether Nigeria is prepared to understand the wider geopolitical environment in which such ...

For the first time, the G20 meets on African soil. South Africa’s hosting is a long-overdue correction to a global system that has sidelined the continent with the fastest-growing population and some ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. The Strait of Hormuz remains a chokepoint for global energy supplies, with disruptions impacting fuel costs, trade and economic ...

Late on Saturday, 13 April, Iran launched hundreds of drone and missile attacks on Israel in response to a suspected Israeli strike on a building in the Iranian Embassy complex in the Syrian capital ...

South Africa’s agricultural sector faces escalating challenges from geopolitical tensions and climate risks. With input costs surging and a looming drought, farmers must innovate to survive amid ...

The African mining sector is at an exciting juncture in 2025. Three macro trends are converging simultaneously within the industry, creating opportunities for mining operators, African governments, ...

For multinational businesses, heightened xenophobia and political nationalism can increase regulatory risk, factors that ultimately raise the cost of doing business. A Zimbabwean girl holds a banner ...