Category: Politics

Oct 29
Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed Sworn In for Second Term

Abiy Ahmed was sworn in for a second term as Ethiopia's prime minister, vowing to strengthen the country's regional influence.

Oct 29
Ethiopia’s Abiy Ahmed Names Fitsum Assefa Adela as Finance Minister

Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed named Fitsum Assefa Adela as finance minister in his new cabinet, replacing Ahmed Shide, who became speaker of the lower house of parliament.

Oct 29
India and Ghana Discuss Trade, Defence and Technology Ties

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar met Ghana's Foreign Minister Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa to expand bilateral partnership, as part of a five-day visit that includes Ethiopia.

Oct 29
Ethiopia’s Tigray War: Where Do the UAE and Saudi Arabia Stand?

The Tigray conflict puts the UAE's backing of Ethiopia and Saudi Arabia's diplomatic role under scrutiny, Al Jazeera reports.

Oct 29
Why Russia is winning in Africa

Russia positions itself as an equal partner in Africa, as Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov held consultations with the Alliance of Sahel States.

Oct 29
After Pretoria peace deal, old enemies in Ethiopia’s Tigray find new ground

The 2022 peace deal ended the war but left key disputes unresolved, giving the TPLF room to regroup as tensions return.

Oct 29
Algeria Cuts Diplomatic Ties With UAE: What We Know

Algeria has severed diplomatic ties with the United Arab Emirates, accusing Abu Dhabi of provocative and hostile actions after years of tensions.

Oct 29
Sudanese Opposition rejects Burhan’s national dialogue

A major gathering of Sudanese political forces and civil society groups opposed to the war has ended in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia.

Oct 29
Riyadh’s Sudan Contradiction: Mediator by Day, Arms Broker by Night

In May 2023, Saudi Arabia and the United States forced the Sudanese army and Rapid Support Forces (RSF) into a room in Jeddah. The two sides signed a declaration promising to protect civilians and open up aid routes. After a few days, they were back to fighti…

Oct 29
EU to Open Office in Canada Ahead of Mark Carney’s Europe Visit

The European Parliament will open an antenna office in Ottawa as the EU strengthens ties with Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney's government, ahead of his visit to Europe this week.