Israel’s Somaliland visit sparks diplomatic storm
Israel’s foreign minister, Gideon Saar, has made a landmark visit to Somaliland, marking the first high-level trip since Israel became the first country to recognize the breakaway region’s independence. While Somaliland’s leaders hailed the visit as a turning point in bilateral ties, Somalia condemned it as an illegal incursion into its territory. Israel’s recognition of Somaliland […]
Can Bobi Wine break Museveni’s 40-year beat?
As Uganda heads toward its January 15, 2026, presidential election, President Yoweri Museveni is widely expected to secure another victory, just as he did in the contentious 2021 polls. Yet beneath the predictability of the outcome, Uganda’s political landscape has shifted in important ways. Bobi Wine remains the dominant opposition figure, continuing to energize younger voters despite sustained […]
Morocco sets new tourism record in 2025
Morocco’s tourism sector celebrated a historic milestone in 2025, welcoming a record 19.8 million visitors—a striking 14% increase over the previous year. The surge underscores the sector’s growing importance, with tourism accounting for about 7% of GDP and serving as a major source of jobs and foreign currency. This momentum has been fueled by expanded air […]
