Europe’s bold strategies to reclaim geopolitical influence amidst declining role
The article explores Europe's diminishing geopolitical influence amid the second Trump administration, proposing three bold strategies for Europe to regain its standing. U.S. President Donald Trump's unilateral approa...
China condemns G7 over criticism of its ‘coercive’ maritime actions
China has strongly criticised the Group of 7 (G7) nations for their recent joint statement condemning its actions in maritime regions, labelling the G7's accusations as "filled with arrogance, prejudice, and malicious...
Redefining cyber threats: U.S. digital diplomacy takes a new turn with Russia
The Guardian highlights a significant geopolitical shift in U.S. digital diplomacy, with potential ripple effects across global cyber geopolitics. Amid speculation that the U.S. is downplaying Russia's role as a cyber...
European leaders voice concerns over USA – Russia negotiations on Ukraine
European leaders are expressing concern over upcoming USA - Russia negotiations on the Ukraine conflict, scheduled to occur without European or Ukrainian representation. At a recent Paris summit, officials, including ...
Donald Trump’s cowboy diplomacy in the Western Hemisphere is succeeding, but has risks
The article by Daniel DePetris examines Donald Trump’s assertive foreign policy in the Western Hemisphere, comparing it to the Monroe Doctrine’s aim of preventing external powers from gaining influence in Latin Am...
Trump ties Ukraine aid to rare earth access
On February 3, 2025, President Donald Trump indicated that continued U.S. support for Ukraine in its conflict with Russia may be contingent upon securing access to Ukraine's rare earth elements, which are vital for mo...
Diplomatic outrage and its limits in eastern Congo
Despite swift international condemnation of the M23 rebels' capture of parts of Goma—widely believed to be backed by Rwanda—concrete action remains absent. At a United Nations (UN) Security Council meeting on 26 J...
Have your say: Kenya AI strategy 2025–2030 draft open for public input
The Ministry of Information, Communication, and the Digital Economy (MoIC&DE), through the AI Steering Committee, is developing Kenya's AI National Strategy to leverage the transformative power of artificial intel...
Purple Elephant Ventures raises $4.5M to revolutionize Kenya’s tourism with technology
Purple Elephant Ventures (PEV), a Nairobi-based venture studio, has secured $4.5 million in seed funding to revolutionize Africa's tourism sector through technology. Key investors, including Clear Creek Investment B.V...
Former ICT CS Margaret Nyambura declines Ruto’s envoy nomination
Former Cabinet Secretary Margaret Nyambura has declined President William Ruto's nomination as Kenya’s High Commissioner to Ghana, citing personal and family reasons. Her decision was announced on January 10, 2025, ...
