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News February 2025

Myanmar. Four years of civil war amid international indifference.

The country marks the fourth anniversary of the coup by the military junta of General Min Aung Hlaing in 2021, forgotten by the rest of the world focused on other regional conflicts. What are the prospects for this year? The majority of the 51 million Burmese, from Yangon to Laishio and from Naypyidaw to Sittwe,…

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Nigeria – Europe Gas Pipeline. The Babel of Gas.

The construction of a gas pipeline linking Nigeria to the southern coast of Europe could change the European Union’s energy balance, making it less dependent on Russian gas. However, the large-scale project faces several challenges and raises numerous questions, some arising from the complex situation in West Africa. The first issue concerns the infrastructure route,…

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Assad’s fall complicates life for Russian mercenaries in Africa.

The fall of Syrian President Bashar al-Assad could weaken Moscow-backed regimes in Africa and beyond, reducing Russian influence on the continent. One consequence would be a further expansion of jihadist activities in the Sahel. The brutal fall of Bashar al-Assad’s regime in Syria last December could make it difficult for Russia to maintain its military…

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Advocacy

Adenike Oladosu. Climate Change: Time to Act.

Nigerian ecofeminist Adenike Titilope Oladosu is the founder of   I Lead Climate Action, an initiative aimed at empowering women and youth to combat climate change.…

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Baobab

The Crocodile and the Cockerel.

Once upon a time, the crocodile was king of the animals. He was holding court one day. He sat majestically on his throne as he received…

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Youth & Mission

Jubilee of the Youth: An Unforgettable Journey of Hope.

Coming from five continents, 270 young people belonging to the Comboni Youth Movement gathered in Rome (24th July – 4th August 2025) to celebrate the Jubilee.…

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