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Impact of Tigray Conflict Crippling Ethiopian Economy

Impact of Tigray Conflict Crippling Ethiopian Economy

Following the conflict in Tigray, the Ethiopian government’s resources are overstretched.

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Somaliland: Dr. Sacad Remarked, “Our Dream is to Create Singapore in the Horn of Africa”

Somaliland: Dr. Sacad Remarked, “Our Dream is to Create Singapore in the Horn of Africa”

Speech by the Minister of Finance Development of the Republic of Somaliland – Dr. Sacad Ali Shire- at the inauguration of phase I of the expansion and modernization of the Berbera port under DP World’s 30-year concession with an automatic 10-year extension for the management and development of the port. Continue reading “Somaliland: Dr. Sacad Remarked, “Our Dream is to Create Singapore in the Horn of Africa””

How China, Turkey & Russia Influence the Media in Africa

How China, Turkey & Russia Influence the Media in Africa

The Konrad-Adenauer-Stiftung (KAS) is an independent, non-profit German political foundation that aims to strengthen democratic forces around the world. KAS runs media programs in Africa, Asia and South East Europe. KAS Media Africa believes that a free and independent media is crucial for democracy. As such, it is committed to the development and maintenance of a diverse media landscape on the continent, the monitoring role of journalism, as well as ethically based political communication. Continue reading “How China, Turkey & Russia Influence the Media in Africa”

Somaliland’s ”WorldRemit” Tycoon Gives Back Generously

Somaliland's ''WorldRemit'' Tycoon Gives Back Generously

Ismail Ahmed founded the now famed money transfer company, WorldRemit and this horn of African nation was its first market. Today, Somaliland’s mobile tech infrastructure is considered as one of the best on the continent. And the WorldRemit founder is poised to have a huge impact on Somalilanders Continue reading “Somaliland’s ”WorldRemit” Tycoon Gives Back Generously”

Suez Canal Blockage Highlights Importance of the Red Sea

Suez Canal Blockage Highlights Importance of the Red Sea

The grounding of the cargo ship Ever Given in the Suez Canal last week serves as a good opportunity to focus our minds on the future of the waterway and the wider Red Sea region. Continue reading “Suez Canal Blockage Highlights Importance of the Red Sea”

Bracing for the Second Wave of Covid-19 in Africa

Bracing for the Second Wave of Covid-19 in Africa

The synchronized, sudden stop in the global economy, together with radically reduced income sources fundamental to African countries (remittances, tourism, transport, trade and natural resources, among others), have had a severe negative impact on Africa. Continue reading “Bracing for the Second Wave of Covid-19 in Africa”

Pilot Project by Taiwan to Boost Agricultural Production in Somaliland

Pilot Project by Taiwan to Boost Agricultural Production in Somaliland

Taiwan is launching a program to help the Republic of Somaliland boost agricultural production.  Continue reading “Pilot Project by Taiwan to Boost Agricultural Production in Somaliland”

An Open Letter from US Ambassadors to PM Abiy

An Open Letter from US Ambassadors to PM Abiy

Four retired US ambassadors to Ethiopia write an open letter to Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed (PhD) stating their concerns about recent political developments in the country Continue reading “An Open Letter from US Ambassadors to PM Abiy”

Hope & Fear as Somalia’s Fragility Turns 30

Hope & Fear as Somalia’s Fragility Turns 30

Somalia is marking 30 years of conflict. Specifically, it’s marking the moment the government of President Siad Barre collapsed in January 1991, setting Somalia on a rapid path to fragmentation and anarchy.

In recent years a federal government has begun to make some progress in rebuilding the country and Islamist militants have been pushed out of most major towns.

Our Africa correspondent Andrew Harding has been covering Somalia’s troubles for over two decades and has just been back to the capital Mogadishu to see what hopes people have for peace.

Djibouti Being Crowned as One More Nation Blinded by Chinese Cash

Djibouti Being Crowned as One More Nation Blinded by Chinese Cash

Djibouti’s future diversification of its economy through foreign investment continues to be threatened as companies show low confidence in the government’s ability to provide a low-risk business environment. Continue reading “Djibouti Being Crowned as One More Nation Blinded by Chinese Cash”