The United States has scaled back its military presence and aid in Somalia, leading to concerns over the country’s capacity to combat the al-Shabab insurgency. The reduction has affected the morale and effectiveness of Somali forces, particularly the U.S.-trained Danab…
Ghana’s Chamber of Mines forecasts a 6.25% rise in gold production for 2025, projecting output to reach 5.1 million ounces. This growth is attributed to increased artisanal mining and the commencement of large-scale operations like Newmont’s Ahafo South Mine. While…
Egypt and Saudi Arabia have announced the revival of the ambitious ‘Moses Bridge’ project, aiming to connect the two nations across the Red Sea. The $4 billion infrastructure initiative plans to link Ras Hamid in Saudi Arabia with Egypt’s Sharm…
Mali has witnessed its first significant pro-democracy protests in four years, following the military junta’s decision to dissolve all political parties. Demonstrators in Bamako expressed opposition to the junta’s extended hold on power and the suppression of political freedoms. Human…
Gabon’s Constitutional Court has confirmed Brice Oligui Nguema’s victory in the April 12 presidential election, with an overwhelming 94.85% of the vote. This election marks the first since the 2023 coup that ended the Bongo family’s 56-year rule. International observers,…
Nigeria stands at a pivotal juncture, grappling with challenges that demand innovative solutions and dynamic leadership. As the nation seeks a path forward, a cadre of globally respected Nigerians emerges, bringing with them a wealth of experience, integrity, and a…
Abidjan, Côte d’Ivoire – May 29, 2025 The African Development Bank (AfDB) has elected Dr. Sidi Ould Tah of Mauritania as its ninth president, marking a significant leadership transition for one of Africa’s premier financial institutions. The election took place…
By Interface Africa | Ayan Valentin Ile-Ife, Osun State – In a landmark gesture aimed at preserving and globalizing Yoruba spirituality, the Ooni of Ife, His Imperial Majesty Oba Adeyeye Enitan Ogunwusi, Ojaja II, has donated three acres of land…
By Ayan Valentin | Interface Africa Magazine Dr. Idris Ahmed, a Nigerian-born cybersecurity expert, has become a leading force in the global automotive industry. Currently serving as the Cybersecurity Lead Engineer at Jaguar Land Rover (JLR), Dr. Ahmed is helping…
By Ayan Valentine | interface Africa May 26, 2025 Prominent Nigerian Islamic scholar, Sheikh Ahmad Gumi, has been deported from Saudi Arabia and barred from participating in the 2025 Hajj pilgrimage, despite possessing a valid visa for the religious rites. …
