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17 Mar 2026 / by Denys Reva & Colleen Jacka

African ship registries: a safe harbour for shadow fleets?

The number of high-risk vessels flying African flags has surged, increasing risks to legitimate shipping interests and foreign investment.

16 Mar 2026 / by Hassane Koné, Djiby Sow & Rahinatou Leïla Salia

Algeria’s return to the Sahel: an opportunity to show AES cohesion

Although Mali remains sceptical, Niger and Burkina Faso’s thawing relationship with Algeria could pave the way for full re-engagement.

13 Mar 2026 / by Peter Fabricius

AGOA changes add to Africa’s rollercoaster ride of US tariffs

AGOA was designed to give investors predictability – yet its benefits are now threatened by the turmoil of shifting US trade rules.

12 Mar 2026 / by Aicha Pemboura

A Cameroon-CAR strategy could disrupt illicit gold networks

A four-part plan could enable both countries to deal with the artisanal gold mining economy that is fuelling border crime.

11 Mar 2026 / by Priyal Singh

Could short-term deals weaken Russia’s enduring influence in Africa?

Russia’s Sahel approach responds to terrorism and fragile regimes – a very different scenario to its Southern Africa ties.

10 Mar 2026 / by David Bruce

National commissioner must lead on tackling SA police corruption

The primary responsibility for curbing police corruption lies with SAPS leadership – not external agencies like the Independent Police Investigative Directorate.