Southern Africa and islands

South Africa
In trouble in Washington, telecoms giant MTN eyed up by lobbyists

Former Goldman Sachs executive Colin Coleman has made a series of approaches to the South African company. The businessman, along with others, is trying to get himself involved in talks between Pretoria and Donald Trump's administration.

Angola, United States
Washington targets Manuel Vicente at Lourenço's request

Exempt from all legal proceedings in his country and in Portugal, the former Angolan VP is being closely watched by Washington, in close coordination with Luanda.

South Africa
Washington increases pressure on Pretoria via its chargé d'affaires