As President Vladimir V. Putin of Russia prepares to host African leaders at a summit, a collapsed grain deal and the uncertain fate of Wagner mercenaries have cast a shadow.
Tag: Africa
End of Nigerian Fuel Subsidy Fuels Crippling Inflation
In his first two months in office, President Bola Tinubu has ripped the Band-Aid off Nigeria’s ailing economy. Time will tell if it can heal, but for now, Nigerians are feeling the pain.
Russia Ending Ukraine Grain Deal Could Upend Food Security in Africa
Somalia, Ethiopia and others in the Horn of Africa could be hit the hardest, a leader of an aid group said.
Stranded in Tunisia, Migrants Wait for Death
Tunisia has pushed African migrants to scorching no-man’s lands along its borders with little food and water. Under a deal with the European Union, Tunisia agreed to tighten border controls in exchange for aid.
Contemporary African Royals, in Regalia and Complexity
A new photography exhibition at London’s Tate Modern includes images of monarchs from across the continent, steering away from Western imagery.
Spain Rescues Migrants After Search for Missing Boat
The country’s maritime rescue authority said it had rescued a migrant boat with 86 people aboard in the Atlantic, after an aid group raised concerns about vessels that had departed from Senegal.
Artifacts Stolen From Kenya Decades Ago Are Returned
Even after museums decide to return stolen artifacts to their countries of origin, tariffs and red tape can prolong the process.
Future of Prigozhin’s Vast Empire Is Clouded After Rebellion
Over decades, Yevgeny V. Prigozhin amassed considerable clout in Russia and built businesses in at least 15 countries. His whereabouts and the future of his extensive portfolio are now uncertain.
Author Delia Owens and Her Husband Tried to Save Elephants in Zambia. What Happened?
A visit to a remote conservation park reveals the long-term impact on villagers of a crusade by the novelist Delia Owens and her husband to protect animals from poachers.
Botswana and De Beers Sign Deal to Continue Rich Diamond Partnership
Under the new joint mining agreement, Botswana will immediately get a 30 percent share of the rough stones extracted, up from 25 percent, and it will rise to 50 percent within a decade, De Beers and government officials said.