Sudan receives critical support from international partners yet problems remain
Though Sudan received critical support from over 40 international partners at last week’s donor conference, the breakthrough moment for prime …
North Africa
Ethiopia’s Blue Nile Dam does not have to be a cause of regional destabilistion
How can the friction between Egypt and Ethiopia over the GERD be resolved? Addisu Lashitew and Haim Kassa suggest a solution that could benefit all countries in the region
The Tunisian CDC: An early player in the fight against the COVID-19 pandemic
Tunisia’s Caisse des Dépôts et Consignations (CDC) is playing an important role in the country’s fight against Covid-19. CEO Boutheina Ben Yaghlane talks us through the actions the institution is taking
Sudan walks tightrope between competing power bases
Has Sudan truly entered a new era or does the past weigh heavily on the present?
Sudan promises thriving private sector if revolution prevails
For 30 years Sudan’s economic development was stifled by President Bashir, but as the transition to democracy progresses, new opportunities are opening up.
Egypt’s tech sector battles to deepen growth
Egypt is fast becoming a tech powerhouse but funding and talent retention are making life hard for tech startups.
US talks fail to solve Egypt-Ethiopia Nile dispute
When complete, the Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam could transform Ethiopia’s economy, but for Egypt it poses a threat. Charlie Mitchell …
Anti-establishment figures win Tunisian election
Preliminary results from Tunisia’s presidential election suggest a major upset for Tunisia’s political establishment.
Editorial: Cleaning up African football for good
Football administration in Africa is mired in poor governance and scandal, but reform moves must come from the continent itself.