Managing Global Shifts, Future Pathways of Africa in the G20
By Seleman Yusuph Kitenge As a result of the ongoing Sino-US competition where any possibility of cooperation is edging out, the world is getting more and more bipolar. Economic issues are still evidently important but geopolitical power is taking new forms. Major players in global politics such as the U.S., China and the EU are […]
Africa Growth Opportunity Act Forum takes off in South Africa
US Secretary of State, Anthony Blinken has emphasized the importance of partnership between the United States and African countries to achieve economic growth in the continent. Addressing government, private sector, and civil society leaders at the Africa Growth Opportunity Act (AGOA) forum in South Africa, Blinken noted that the core of the United States strategy […]
G20, UN Security Council: Africa’s Diplomatic Agenda
By Seleman Yusuph Kitenge On September 9th, the African Union marked its founding anniversary, but this year’s celebration came bearing an unexpected and delightful surprise for most Africans: a permanent seat at the G20, courtesy of its continental representation. For years, the African Union, representing 55 countries, tirelessly championed its bid for a permanent seat […]
US condemns sexual violence in Sudan
The United States strongly condemns pervasive conflict-related sexual violence (CRSV) in Sudan, which credible sources including victims have attributed to the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) and their allied militias. The numerous reports of rape, gang rape, and other forms of gender-based violence against women and girls in West Darfur and other areas are deeply disturbing. […]
Nuland swears in Foreign Service Officers
Acting Deputy Secretary of State Victoria Nuland swears in the Department’s newest Foreign Service Officers and Specialist during an A-100 graduation ceremony at the U.S. Department of State in Washington, D.C., on August 11, 2023. Meanwhile, the Spokesperson of the US Department of State, Matthew Miller has confirmed the Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken […]
US Secretary of State meets Ethiopian PM
Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken met with Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed today to discuss a range of issues critical to the U.S.-Ethiopia relationship. During the meeting, Secretary Blinken and Prime Minister Abiy discussed the significant progress in implementing the Cessation of Hostilities Agreement following the silencing of the guns in northern Ethiopia. This […]
Nigerian politicians campaign for votes
Ahead of the February 25th Presidential election, Nigerian politicians are crisscrossing the entire country in search of votes. Pictured are Nigeria’s Senate President, Ahmad Lawan; Senator Sanni Musa; Sen Smart Adeyemi and former Governor of Sokoto State, Sen Wamako, the Sultan Bello at the International Airport Sokoto for the Ashiwaju/Shettima presidential campaign in Sokoto, North […]
Unleashing the Power of Economic Diplomacy: Tanzania’s Path to Prosperity
By Seleman Yusuph Kitenge Tanzania, like many countries around the world, has been facing significant economic challenges in recent years due to the global pandemic of COVID-19 and the ongoing Russia-Ukraine war which have created socio-economic shocks affecting the majority of the people in the country. With a rapidly growing population and a need to […]
The Fight Against Terrorism: Tanzania’s Ten-House Cell System as a Model for Effective Grassroots Counter-terrorism in Africa
By Seleman Yusuph Kitenge Terrorism continues to pose a significant challenge to both African nations and the global community as a whole. The African Center for the Study and Research on Terrorism (2022) reported that from July 1st to September 30th, 2022, 388 terrorist attacks resulted in over 2,391 fatalities across the continent. It is […]
Nigeria 2023: Does US visa restrictions matter?
The visa restriction imposed on specific and unnamed Nigerian citizens by the Biden administration is a symbolic demonstration of the United States’ commitment to supporting and advancing democracy in Nigeria. According to the US Secretary of State, Tony Blinken, the affected individuals are believed to be engaged in actions capable of undermining the democratic process […]