Ethiopia’s army has intensified its advance towards Tigray’s capital, Mekelle, amidst rising tensions following the severance of ties with Eritrea. The African Union has called for restraint from all parties as fighting escalates and explosions are reported in Addis Ababa.
In other news, a growing number of urban residents in Côte d’Ivoire are turning to farming on weekends, seeking additional income as they manage plantations from afar. This movement includes civil servants, entrepreneurs, and traders from Abidjan.
Meanwhile, Senegal is preparing to host the 2026 Youth Olympic Games in Dakar, a significant milestone as it marks the first Olympic event to be held in Africa. Senegal’s Minister of Sports, Djirèye Clotilde Coly, discusses the broader implications of this historic event beyond sport.
