Stratfor Tactical Analyst Ben West examines the details of Islamist militant group Boko Haram's April 8 attack and discusses its implications for the future of the Boko Haram threat.

Stratfor Africa Analyst Mark Schroeder explains how recent events have torn Mali between the ethnic Tuareg militas, a military junta in the capital and the Economic Community of West African States.

Stratfor explains how Ethiopia's diverse geography historically has led to disunity among its people while also limiting the ability of foreign powers to establish influence.

Stratfor Vice President of East Asia Analysis Rodger Baker discusses this week's BRICS summit in New Delhi and how there are many things that divide Brazil, Russia, India, China and South Africa despite the group's argument that it should be taken more seriously.

Stratfor Africa Analyst Mark Schroeder examines the crude oil industry throughout Africa, and how revenues influence the well-being of national governments.

Africa Analyst Mark Schroeder examines recent clashes between Sudan and South Sudan as the countries try to negotiate the demarcation of their oil-rich disputed border.

Africa Analyst Mark Schroeder discusses the fallout from Mali's Tuareg rebellion, which triggered the March 21 coup, and the prospects for resolving the rebellion.

At least 2,000 Libyan political and tribal leaders met March 6 near Benghazi and stated their desire for semi-autonomy in the country's eastern region. Delegates at the conference also announced plans to form a new governing council for eastern Libya.

Stratfor Middle East analyst Bayless Parsley examines the recent calls by eastern Libyan tribal leaders for regional autonomy and predicts a growth in tensions between the periphery and the National Transitional Council core.

Africa Analyst Adelaide Schwartz examines the oil disputes between Sudan and South Sudan.