Israel's decision to formally recognize Somaliland as an independent state has drawn sharp condemnation from Somalia and the African Union, intensifying political tensions across the Horn of Africa. The announcement, reinforced by a recent meeting between Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Saar and Somaliland President Abdirahman Mohammed Abdullahi, comes against the backdrop of escalating rivalry over key Red Sea and Indian Ocean maritime routes and heightened security risks stemming from Houthi attacks on commercial shipping. The development has the potential to realign regional dynamics involving Ethiopia, Egypt, Turkey, and Eritrea. Channel Africa's reporter Micheal Mbewe has more...

<p>Israel's decision to formally recognize Somaliland as an independent state has drawn sharp condemnation from Somalia and the African Union, intensifying political tensions across the Horn of Africa. The announcement, reinforced by a recent meeting between Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Saar and Somaliland President Abdirahman Mohammed Abdullahi, comes against the backdrop of escalating rivalry over key Red Sea and Indian Ocean maritime routes and heightened security risks stemming from Houthi attacks on commercial shipping. The development has the potential to realign regional dynamics involving Ethiopia, Egypt, Turkey, and Eritrea. Channel Africa's reporter Micheal Mbewe has more...</p>

An English news and current affairs wrap with a fresh take on the day’s top stories, hosted by the seasoned journalist Tsepiso Makwetla.

<p>An English news and current affairs wrap with a fresh take on the day&rsquo;s top stories, hosted by the seasoned journalist Tsepiso Makwetla.</p>