What are the latest news in Djibouti?
Key recent developments and news headlines concerning Djibouti include:
- Energy & Renewable Infrastructure: The Ministry of Energy announced plans to expand off-grid solar infrastructure to remote rural communities. Partnering with the International Solar Alliance (ISA), Djibouti is establishing a Solar Technology Application Resource Centre (STAR-C) to provide technical training, quality control, and regulatory support for solar investments. -Dawan Africa+ 1——–
- Domestic Security Operations: National Police intervention units conducted large-scale nighttime security sweeps across the capital, detaining over 200 individuals (primarily foreign nationals) to counter recent public disturbances and establish round-the-clock surveillance in sensitive sectors.- Dawan Africa———
- Regional Maritime & Port Security: Amid persistent Red Sea and Gulf of Aden shipping security challenges, Djibouti continues to serve as a pivotal logistics hub while participating in regional dialogues with neighboring Horn of Africa states and international partners on joint maritime patrols and protection of trade routes. -Newswires by Country——–
- Trade & Logistics with Ethiopia: Ethiopia’s bulk transit volumes through Djibouti’s ports have remained elevated, with continuous coordination between the two nations on customs clearance, transport corridors, and regional economic integration.- NewsNow———
- Governance: President Ismaïl Omar Guelleh secured a sixth term following earlier constitutional amendments removing presidential age limits, focusing the administration’s agenda on infrastructure modernization, job creation, and energy independence. -AP News——–