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DRC
Kin of ex-National Assembly speaker reports enforced disappearance to UN

Aubin Minaku, a close associate of former head of state Joseph Kabila, has been held incommunicado for nearly three months. One of his lawyers has brought a case before the UN in order to put pressure on Kinshasa.

Mozambique
Maputo spy chief's top-secret trip to Paris

Head of intelligence José Pacheco's visit comes at a time when security issues between Mozambique and France are growing, particularly in light of the gas development project in Cabo Delgado.

Kenya
Tea trading firms reroute stock to Egypt

Warehouses in Mombasa, one of the world's leading centres for tea auctions, are feeling the full impact of the war against Iran. The fallout from the crisis could yet reach Kenyan producers before the next harvest season gets under way.

Cameroon
Government tries to retain control of opposition figure Ekane's funeral

As the ceremonies commemorating the activist who died in prison draw nearer, the Cameroonian authorities fear that the gatherings, which will be held on 8 and 9 May, could turn into a political forum.

Morocco
Brussels assesses sanitary authorities in Western Sahara amid trade tensions

Despite mounting opposition in the European Parliament, a Commission delegation recently carried out a low-key audit mission in Dakhla. The aim was to evaluate Morocco's ability to gain greater autonomy in the export process for fruit and vegetables grown in the disputed territory.

The New Guard
Benin, Gabon, Ethiopia

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

BeninJean-Wilfried Kemajou, architect of a national narrative

GabonChristelle Azizet Do Rego, guiding French SMEs into Africa

EthiopiaJodahi Bezabih Petros, a youth voice for the climate

DRC
Report lays bare Congo Airways' mismanagement

President Félix Tshisekedi, who announced a new recovery plan for Congo Airways is relying on the findings of an investigative audit into the management of the national carrier. The report highlights "imprudent" financial commitments, as well as a series of breaches of the regulatory framework.

Zambia
Under fire from criticism, Lusaka defends its cybercrime laws

The government is calling on two senior officials to defend its criminal justice reform, challenged in court by civil society representatives. These measures have already been used to arrest a political opponent.

Cameroon
Agenda for WTO Ministerial Conference takes shape

US Secretary of Commerce Howard Lutnick is expected in Yaoundé to attend the World Trade Organization's most important annual event, which in 2026 will focus on fishing and agriculture issues.

Ivory Coast
Businessman Abou Kassam kicks off Abidjan shopping mall project

Dubbed Cap Ivoire, this complex will house a number of brand names and forms part of the group’s expansion strategy into the high-end retail sector.

Nigeria
Abuja secures participation of Warsaw and Stockholm in Lagos ports renovation

The economic capital's strategic maritime infrastructure project was the highlight of President Tinubu's state visit to London and also marks the rapprochement with Poland and Sweden. These two countries will participate in financing the works led by businessman Gilbert Chagoury.

DRC
Turkish businessman Turhan Mildon builds drone launch base in Kisangani

After the Kinshasa financial centre, Turhan Mildon is moving into the defence sector. His company Milvest has secured a contract with the military apparatus combating Congo River Alliance-M23 rebels.

Equatorial Guinea
Holy See and Malabo in talks over Pope's schedule

From 21 to 23 April, at the invitation of President Teodoro Obiang Nguema Mbasogo, Leo XIV will conclude his tour of Africa in Equatorial Guinea's former capital. The sensitive issue of prisoners' poor living conditions will be one of the key focuses of his visit.