Emirates

Morocco
Rabat and Tel Aviv strengthen technological cooperation

A Moroccan economic delegation is due to travel to the Hebrew state in the coming weeks, at the initiative of a well-connected Israeli NGO.

Egypt, Sudan
Cairo increasingly drawn into the Sudan conflict

Egypt has intensified its support for Abdel Fattah al-Burhan's regular army since its defeat in El Fasher in October. The war in Iran offers the Sudanese Armed Forces commander a decisive opportunity to launch an offensive in western Sudan, with the strategic support of his allies.

Ivory Coast
Military academy seeks regional partners

More than four years after its inauguration, the institution dedicated to combating terrorism is seeking to expand its influence on the African continent. However, it faces several challenges.

Egypt
Gulf crisis mobilises spy chief Hassan Rachad

The Egyptian spymaster has been endlessly on the phone since the start of the month, as military escalation in the Middle East continues, much to Cairo's dismay.

Sudan
Watan alliance wants say in Quintet discussions

Those disappointed with Sudan's main political parties have come together to form a new group close to the army. The group wants to participate in political debates within a future parliament, the formation of which is in the works despite the ongoing war.

Senegal
Dakar plans energy summit to entice Arab countries

In June 2026, Dakar is set to host the first edition of the Arab African Forum for Energy Finance and Investment.

The New Guard
Gabon, Congo, Mauritania

Every Wednesday, Africa Intelligence spotlights a new generation of movers and shakers in business and politics.

GabonThéophane Nzame-Nze Biyoghe, President Oligui Nguema's mouthpiece

CongoArnaud Aken Elion, the Brazzaville cyber expert

MauritaniaMamadou Ball, Ghazouani's future ambassador to Abuja

Congo
From France to Mauritius, the legal woes of businessman Alexis Ndinga

A political figure in Pointe-Noire and supporter of President Denis Sassou Nguesso has seen his pharmaceutical group investigated by the French tax authorities.

Sudan
Sudanese factions solicit support at AU summit

The Sudanese Armed Forces, the Rapid Support Forces and the non-aligned Somoud coalition all used the continental gathering as a lobbying opportunity.