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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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.

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.

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
