On January 30, 2026, the United States Department of State placed Niger under a Level 4 “Do Not Travel” advisory, its most severe warning, ordering the departure of non-emergency government personnel and their families due to escalating security threats. On January 30, 2026, the US Department of State announced a Level 4 ‘Do Not Travel’…
Egypt, Algeria, and Angola emerge in 2026 as Africa’s strongest air powers, according to Global Firepower, showing how investment in aircraft fleets has become a key marker of military influence. Business Insider Africa presents the top 5 African countries with the largest military aircraft fleet at the start of 2026. The list is courtesy of…
Liberia is counting on a wave of mining and energy agreements with multinational companies to unlock as much as $4.8 billion in fresh investment, as President Joseph Boakai seeks to accelerate growth in one of West Africa’s smallest economies. Key deals include mining projects by Ivanhoe Atlantic Inc. and ArcelorMittal SA, focusing on infrastructure and…
Canal+ SA, the French media group that recently acquired South African pay-TV operator MultiChoice in a deal valued at about $3 billion, is preparing to launch a unified streaming service across the region. Canal+ is considering launching its all-in-one streaming app for MultiChoice customers in South Africa. The French media group acquired MultiChoice in a…
The Diori Hamani International Airport on the outskirts of Niamey, Niger’s capital, recently came under an attack by suspected terrorists. A terrorist attack occurred at Diori Hamani International Airport in Niamey, Niger, resulting in significant casualties, including 24 individuals, alongside arrests and an immediate military response. Niger’s leadership commended Russian support during the assault’s aftermath…
The United States is recalibrating its Africa engagement around an investment-first strategy as competition for economic and geopolitical influence on the continent sharpens. The United States is shifting its approach to engaging with Africa, focusing on investment and infrastructure rather than aid This shift is exemplified by the Strategic Infrastructure and Investment Working Group, established…
French media group Canal+ has outlined significant cost-saving expectations from its $3 billion acquisition of South African pay-TV operator MultiChoice, sending its shares to record highs on Thursday, January 29, 2026. Canal+ expects close to $479 million in annual synergies from its $3 billion acquisition of MultiChoice by 2030. The French media group says it…
The Democratic Republic of Congo has confirmed plans to ship 100,000 metric tons of copper from a Chinese-run mine to the United States by the end of January, following its submission to the U.S. administration of a list of state-backed mining projects for potential investment The resource will be sourced from the Tenke Fungurume Mine,…
Mali’s Gold has traditionally been considered more than just a resource. Today, it serves as a strategic asset and geopolitical tool, influencing national policy, international investment, and political decision-making. Mali holds gold as a strategic and geopolitical resource, significantly impacting its economy and national policies. Historically influenced by external entities such as the World Bank,…
