China-US trade war erupts again after Beijing slaps retaliatory tariffs on US goods
The Trump administration's 10 percent tariffs on Chinese imports came into effect this Tuesday, leading to immediate retaliation from Beijing.…
What role do Mexico, Canada and China play in the flow of fentanyl into the United States?
President Donald Trump’s plan to impose tariffs on goods from Mexico, Canada and China is partly aimed at curbing the flow of fentanyl into the United States, where the opioid is blamed…
Ethiopia: Is Tigray on the brink of a fresh conflict?
After years of increased tensions and hostilities between the TPLF and the governments of Ethiopia and Eritrea, fighting began when TPLF forces attacked the Northern Command headquarters of the Ethiopian National Defense…
Trump suspends tariffs on Canada and Mexico
We look at reactions from the Canadian and Mexican press after US President Donald Trump's decision to suspend tariffs on imports from both countries in exchange for more policing at the borders.…
Congolese abroad protest against DR Congo conflict
International protests spring up in South Africa and Brussels as demonstrators call for the EU and the global community to do more to sanction those accused of enflaming the conflict in eastern…
Trump and South Africa: doing Musk’s bidding?
One might assume that the new president of the United States has a pretty full in-tray. So at first glance, it was a bit of a surprise to hear Donald Trump lash…
US Postal Service halts shipments of Chinese parcels after Trump closes loophole
The US Postal Service has suspended the shipments of parcels from China and Hong Kong, rattling Chinese e-commerce brands like Shein and Temu. While no explanation was given, the statement comes a…
Angelina Jolie becomes Maria Callas in Chilean director Pablo Larraín’s film
Angelina Jolie learns to sing opera for her part as Maria Callas in Paris. The biopic looks at the final days in the life of one of the most iconic and controversial…
Sudan: Is the bloody war heading toward an end?
With both sides of the war sanctioned and key strategic points falling back to the Sudanese Armed Forces, observers see Darfur coming up as the last major battleground. Is peace in sight?…
‘Grandma, protect yourself’: the Kenyan women fighting femicide
At least 97 women across Kenya were killed in femicides between August and October of last year, according to police figures. This surge in violence against women has prompted many to fight…