Paul Melly, a West Africa analyst at Reuters, discusses the challenges faced by Tidjane Thiam in his bid to become president of Ivory Coast. Thiam, a former top government official and successful global finance executive, had been seen as a potential contender to succeed the current head of state, Alassane Ouattara. However, a recent court … Leer más
Tidjane Thiam, a successful international business figure, is facing unexpected challenges in his bid to become president of Ivory Coast. Despite his strong qualifications and impressive career, a recent ruling has jeopardized his candidacy. Thiam’s return to his home country after many years abroad was met with high hopes for a successful political career. However, … Leer más
After completing his latest tour of Africa, Ukraine’s foreign minister may face serious diplomatic consequences for assisting separatist rebels in northern Mali in inflicting a major defeat on the Russian military operator Wagner at the end of last month. During the ambush at Tinzaouten on 27 July, 84 Wagner fighters and 47 Malian soldiers were … Leer más