Clash Report Africa Bulletin — Eighth Issue Released

Conflict and Security Headlines

Key stories include the RSF’s deadly assault on El Fasher in Sudan, major AFRICOM airstrikes in Somalia, expanding JNIM activity in Mali and into Nigeria, and continued M23 and ADF violence in eastern Congo. Post-election unrest also flared in Tanzania and Cameroon.

Political Transitions and Diplomacy

Notable developments include global condemnation of RSF actions, Ethiopia–Somalia engagement, Madagascar’s new cabinet formation, Guinea’s transition leader entering the presidential race, and China preparing to reopen its embassy in Libya. Regional diplomacy continued through the AU and Horn.

Economic and Energy Developments

Highlights include renewed LNG momentum in Mozambique, new oil discoveries in Libya, major lithium and copper projects moving forward in Mali and DR Congo, and expanding energy initiatives in Zambia, Morocco, and Nigeria. Financial and regulatory reforms advanced across several states.