World Somalia: Amisom Should Provide More Than Security in Somalia [ad_1] The African Union Mission to Somalia’s time is drawing to a close. It’s scheduled to end in December 2021, after the United Nations Security Council (UNSC) extended the 28 February exit deadline. But instead of making preparations to leave, the growing political and security problems in Somalia have seen the focus shift to what […] Written by Maakye Ghana February 25, 2021February 26, 2021
Africa World Somalia: Suspected U.S. Airstrike Destroys Al-Shabaab Training Base in Southern Somalia [ad_1] A suspected US airstrike hit Al-Shabaab training base in Burta Kumba approximately 12 kilometres Jamame town in the Lower Jubba region. According to Somali National Army Radio, the airstrike killed 15 Al-Shabaab militants at training the training camp on Wednesday afternoon. An unknown number of militants were also wounded in the attack. Meanwhile, the […] Written by Maakye Ghana February 25, 2021February 26, 2021
Africa World Ethiopia: China Renews Supports for Govt in Providing Assistance in Tigray [ad_1] China on Monday reiterated its commitment to support the Ethiopian Government’s efforts in providing humanitarian assistance to the affected people in Tigray. Chinese Foreign Ministry Spokesperson Wang Wenbin made the remark at a daily press briefing when commenting on the humanitarian situation in Tigray State. “As a good friend to Ethiopia, China hopes that […] Written by Maakye Ghana February 25, 2021February 26, 2021
Africa World Rwanda: China Cancels $6 Million Debt to Rwanda, Offers Extra Grants [ad_1] Rwanda and China have signed agreements where the Asian country will provide Kigali with a grant worth $60 million (Rwf59.5 billion). The agreements signed on Friday, February 19 also saw the Asian country cancel its $6 million (Rwf5.9 billion) loan to Rwanda. The debt relief will now allow Rwanda-whose economy is challenged by the […] Written by Maakye Ghana February 20, 2021February 28, 2021