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Central African Republic
Touadéra's security apparatus comes under pressure in Bangui

Central African authorities have reinforced security services, and several key posts are expected to be reshuffled. In this context, Wagner is strengthening its influence.

Eritrea
Asmara sends top diplomat to Geneva to oppose special rapporteur's mandate

Having historically opposed international missions scrutinising its human rights record, Eritrea has adapted its strategy. In Geneva, several countries echoed its talking points during the 62nd session of the Human Rights Council.

Palace Intrigues
Denis Sassou-Nguesso, Félix Tshisekedi, Alassane Ouattara

Intrigues big and small: every Thursday, Africa Intelligence takes a peek into the corridors of power in Africa and beyond.

CongoWedding season kicks off within Denis Sassou Nguesso's entourage

DRCFélix Tshisekedi invites influential pastor Joel Osteen to Kinshasa

Ivory CoastAbidjan sued in New York over poorly maintained pavement

Ethiopia, Sudan
Quintet mediation in Addis Ababa derailed by divisions

The delicate attempt to unite Sudan's political class around a common roadmap fell apart on the margins of talks in Addis Ababa at the start of June. Beneath the veneer of agreement on a preparatory committee, deep fault lines paralysed international mediation.

Morocco
Garrett Ventry, the lobbyist forging ties between Rabat and MAGA congress members

Through his access to the White House and his financial contributions to the election campaigns of several Republican members of Congress, Garrett Ventry has succeeded in strengthening Rabat's voice on Capitol Hill.

Libya
UN appoints audit firm to review frozen Libyan funds

The United Nations Security Council will shortly appoint the firm responsible for conducting an audit of all banks holding Libyan funds frozen under the 2011 UN sanctions.

Sudan
Abu Dhabi pulls out of its commitment to provide humanitarian aid

In February, the United Arab Emirates announced a $500m package for a UN humanitarian aid fund for Sudan. The monarchy is now going back on its word, citing budgetary constraints related to the United States and Israel's war against Iran, weakening an already underfunded response plan.

Palace Intrigues
Mohammed VI, Michael Randrianirina, William Ruto, Félix Tshisekedi

Intrigues big and small: every Thursday, Africa Intelligence takes a peek into the corridors of power in Africa and beyond.

MoroccoChinese ambassador receives a royal snub

MadagascarThe Parisian pro-"Michael" support group holds its first bash

KenyaWilliam Ruto steers his advisers clear of infighting

DRCBehind the dismissal of subcontracting regulatory authority boss

The New Guard
Libya, Guinea, Madagascar

Every Wednesday, Africa Intelligence spotlights a new generation of movers and shakers in business and politics.

LibyaHaitham al-Zahaf, restoring trust with the youth

GuineaIbrahima Kourouma, building digital bridges from North Carolina

MadagascarSoa Ratsifandrihana, the choreographer reshaping contemporary dance

Guinea
Conakry's unpaid bills leave army without South African vehicles

The Guinean authorities have not finalised payment to defence supplier OTT Technologies, which, in turn, has not delivered a single vehicle to the army. This is despite the regime having already disbursed several million dollars in 2023.