Boko Haram Deadly Attack in Chad. Pic AIG Yasmin Bilal A deadly assault has once again highlighted the fragility of security in the Lake Chad region. At least 23 Chadian soldiers have been killed and 26 others wounded after Boko Haram militants attacked a military base in the Lake Chad region, the army said. The
US suspended Strait of Hormuz naval escort mission amid reported diplomatic progress with Iran. Pic AIG Yasmin Bilal The United States has reportedly suspended its brief naval operation escorting commercial vessels through the Strait of Hormuz, just one day after it was launched. US President Donald Trump said the decision to pause the mission was
China removes import tariffs on goods from 53 African countries. Pic AIG Yasmin Bilal A new trade door has opened for Africa, with the potential to reshape business ties across the continent. China has removed import tariffs on goods from nearly every African country in a move expected to create fresh opportunities for farmers, exporters