Africa Weekly Summary: April 16-23, 2026
Israel at 78: A Shared Story with Africa
From its earliest days, Israel faced the challenge of building a state under pressure - a reality many African nations would soon share. By the 1960s, this common experience translated into partnerships across 33 countries, focused on practical cooperation in development, agriculture, and capacity building.
🇮🇱 Happy 78th Independence Day, Israel 🇮🇱
Insight of the Week: 💡 "Why Not Uganda?"
Following the surprising declarations of support for Israel by the Ugandan Chief of Defence Forces, questions regarding the depth of the strategic ties between the two nations have resurfaced. In a special discussion, the Institute’s CEO, Shiri Fein-Grossman, and Dr. Irit Back analyze the historical background and the implications of potential military assistance from Uganda to Israel in the current climate. Watch Here.
🌍 News from the Continent:
1️⃣ The appointment of Michael Lotem as Israel's Ambassador to Somaliland has drawn sharp condemnation from
Somalia and the African Union.
2️⃣ Turkey is establishing a military training facility in Nigeria.
3️⃣ The U.S. and Morocco have agreed on a 10-year security roadmap.
4️⃣ The President of Taiwan was forced to cancel a scheduled visit to Eswatini.
5️⃣ South Africa’s President has appointed a new Ambassador to Washington amid ongoing bilateral tensions.
6️⃣ The TPLF in Ethiopia has announced its takeover of the Tigray administration.
7️⃣ The President of Senegal calls for tighter intelligence and military coordination among West African nations to curb the spread of terrorism.
📅 Don’t Miss Out: Join our webinar, "Doing Business in Kenya," featuring the Kenyan Ministry of Trade.
Wednesday, April 29, at 10:30 AM. Register here
