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While the war around Iran rages, the militarisation of the nearby Horn of Africa continues in Somaliland

Features March 24, 2026

Photo's by Petterik Wiggers It is only when Ayante Sakal is in his crane, 75 meters above the quays of the port of Berbera in Somaliland, that he can see the military base of the...

While the war around Iran rages, the militarisation of the nearby Horn of Africa continues in Somaliland

Features March 24, 2026

The most arrested man in Africa

Analysis March 21, 2026

As calls to decolonise knowledge grow, Sophie Oluwole was the trailblazing Nigerian woman who redefined philosophy

Biography March 20, 2026

America squeezes Africa on health

Analysis March 18, 2026

South Sudan sliding into war

Features March 14, 2026

Waiting for Water in Somaliland

Photography & Video March 13, 2026

The long-term impact of the Iran war on Africa

Analysis March 11, 2026

The prophetpreneurship of Shepherd Bushiri

Features March 7, 2026

“Somaliland is now a reality; thanks to Israel, there’s no turning back.”

Features March 6, 2026

Massive anger and fear toward the rebels who occupy Eastern Congo

Features February 28, 2026

Peace efforts in Sudan cannot just be about ceasefire and reconciliation. They also need to address who retains access to the country’s valuable resources.

Analysis February 27, 2026

Somalia is facing a disastrous drought. Rainfall levels are 60% below average

Features February 25, 2026

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