Africa

Coverage across North, West, East, Central, and Southern Africa, from insurgency to interstate tension.

96 Dispatches

Isaias Afwerki: Africa's Kim Jong Un?
Conflicts & Crises

Isaias Afwerki: Africa's Kim Jong Un?

This analysis examines Isaias Afwerki: Africa's Kim Jong Un? in historical and strategic context. It traces how the core developments unfolded, which insti

Simon Whistler · February 26, 2026
South Africa's Edge: Is Collapse Imminent?
Geopolitics & Strategy

South Africa's Edge: Is Collapse Imminent?

In the heart of sub-Saharan Africa, a nation of profound historical significance and economic might stands at a precipice. South Africa, once a beacon of h

Simon Whistler · February 26, 2026
Cameroon’s Anglophone Crisis: From Colonial Divide to a Burning Conflict
Conflicts & Crises

Cameroon’s Anglophone Crisis: From Colonial Divide to a Burning Conflict

Cameroon, once hailed as a stable nation in Central Africa, is now engulfed in a violent struggle that threatens its unity and the lives of millions. The w

Simon Whistler · February 25, 2026
Russia‑Taliban Pact, Israel’s Gaza Endgame, Hungary ICC Exit, Africa Drone Surge
Geopolitics & Strategy

Russia‑Taliban Pact, Israel’s Gaza Endgame, Hungary ICC Exit, Africa Drone Surge

A wave of strategic recalibrations is reshaping the global security map. In the spring of 2025, Moscow stripped the Taliban of its terrorist label, Israel

Simon Whistler · February 25, 2026
M23’s Lightning Capture of Goma and Bukavu Sparks Humanitarian Crisis
Conflicts & Crises

M23’s Lightning Capture of Goma and Bukavu Sparks Humanitarian Crisis

In early 2025 the March 23rd movement (M23) unleashed a rapid, coordinated offensive that seized the eastern Congolese capitals of Goma and Bukavu within w

Simon Whistler · February 25, 2026
South Sudan is on Fire. Here's Why. (And More)
Conflicts & Crises

South Sudan is on Fire. Here's Why. (And More)

S.R 24.3 (Title): South Sudan is on Fire. Here’s Why. (Author: Morris M.) In a world of conflict hotspots - from eastern Europe to the Middle East - it may

Simon Whistler · February 25, 2026
Why Does Israel Keep Attacking Syria? And More.
Conflicts & Crises

Why Does Israel Keep Attacking Syria? And More.

SR 10.3_STORY 2 (TITLE): South Sudan Erupts (Author: Morris M.) (QUICK PLUG FOR WARFRONTS NEWSLETTER): Before we get onto the next story, I just want to ta

Simon Whistler · February 25, 2026
Russian Propaganda In Africa: It's Worse Than You Think
Conflicts & Crises

Russian Propaganda In Africa: It's Worse Than You Think

Russian Propaganda In Africa: It's Worse Than You Think (Author: Wilfred M. Waimiri) It’s insidious in its simplicity. A carefully worded tweet, a viral ch

Simon Whistler · February 25, 2026
Is Russia's Economy Starting to Crack? And More.
Conflicts & Crises

Is Russia's Economy Starting to Crack? And More.

Situation Room 2.17.2025: Indian Airshow Spotlights Air Power Woes; Battles Continue in the Congo. Indian Airshow Spotlights Air Power Woes. Next up, we tr

Simon Whistler · February 25, 2026
South Sudan on the Brink: Nation Faces Collapse
Conflicts & Crises

South Sudan on the Brink: Nation Faces Collapse

South Sudan teeters on civil war as ethnic clashes, political purges and regional meddling threaten collapse. Oil loss and aid cuts worsen the crisis.

Simon Whistler · February 19, 2026
Sudan's Genocide is Even Worse than We Thought: El-Fasher's Catastrophic Death Toll
Conflicts & Crises

Sudan's Genocide is Even Worse than We Thought: El-Fasher's Catastrophic Death Toll

New reports reveal El-Fasher's death toll may reach 100,000—nearly double initial estimates. Tens of thousands remain missing in Sudan's worst atrocity.

Simon Whistler · February 17, 2026
Ethiopia and Eritrea Are On The Brink Of War…Again
Conflicts & Crises

Ethiopia and Eritrea Are On The Brink Of War…Again

Ethiopia and Eritrea escalate military tensions with hostile rhetoric and conscription drives. Experts warn of proxy war risks in Tigray despite full-scale

Simon Whistler · February 17, 2026