Somalia mobilizes allies after Israel’s Somaliland recognition
Somalia’s president has embarked on an intensive diplomatic tour following Israel’s recognition of Somaliland, a move that triggered widespread condemnation and prompted an emergency meeting of the UN Security Council. President Hassan Sheikh Mahmoud first traveled to Djibouti, where he met with President Ismail Omar Guelleh. In a statement released by the Somalia’s government, the two leaders were said to have discussed “consultation
Gabon Strengthens Regional Energy Engagement as Oil and Gas Minister Joins Libya Energy & Economic Summit (LEES) 2026
TRIPOLI, Libya, December 31, 2025/ — Sosthène Nguema Nguema, Minister of Oil and Gas, Gabon has been confirmed as a speaker at the upcoming Libya Energy & Economic Summit 2026 – taking place in Tripoli from January 24-26. The announcement highlights Gabon’s ongoing efforts to attract international investment and advance strategic reforms in its oil
Guinea votes in presidential election expected to cement Doumbouya’s rule
By RFI The former special forces commander, believed to be in his early 40s, faces eight other candidates in a fragmented field with no strong challenger. Ousted president Alpha Conde and longtime opposition leader Cellou Dalein Diallo remain in exile. Guinea holds the world’s largest bauxite reserves and the richest untapped iron ore deposit at Simandou, officially launched last month after
Merck Foundation Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Dr. Rasha Kelej meets The First Lady of Liberia & 6 African First Ladies of Africa at the 12th Africa Asia Luminary 2025 in The Gambia
MONROVIA, Liberia, December 27, 2025/ — Merck Foundation (www.Merck-Foundation.com), the philanthropic arm of Merck KGaA Germany, recently conducted the 12th Edition of their annual conference, “Merck Foundation Africa Asia Luminary”, in partnership with the Government of The Gambia in Banjul, The Gambia. The conference is co-chaired by H.E. Mrs. FATOUMATTA BAH-BARROW, The First Lady of Gambia and Ambassador of Merck
Kismayo declaration puts Somalia on a political knife-edge
Somalia’s most influential opposition gathering in recent years concluded on Saturday in the port city of Kismayo, with senior political leaders issuing a sweeping communiqué that criticizes the federal government and outlines a coordinated opposition roadmap. The meeting brought together key opposition figures under the umbrella of the Somali Future Council, including former President Sheikh
