Three military-ruled countries – Burkina Faso, Mali, and Niger – have withdrawn from the West African regional alliance ECOWAS, forming their own group, the Alliance of Sahelian States. The juntas cited sovereignty concerns and accused ECOWAS of neocolonialism, leading to economic sanctions and threats of military intervention. The countries have strengthened ties with Russia and China, sparking protests in the capitals and worsening human rights conditions.
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Tanzania’s ban on foreigners operating small businesses sparks Kenya backlash
Tanzania has prohibited foreign nationals from owning small-scale businesses across 15 sectors, including mobile money and beauty salons, aiming to protect local traders amid concerns over foreign encroachment. This decision has sparked backlash from Kenya, which argues it violates East African Community agreements, potentially harming both economies and prompting fears of reciprocal restrictions. Want More Context? 🔎
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