African countries have faced more combined sanctions than any other continent, with measures to advance various foreign policy objectives......Read The Full Article>>.....Read The Full Article>>
These sanctions often include arms embargoes, targeted financial bans, restrictions on trade of key commodities, and travel limitations on individuals.
Regional African organisations primarily initiate these measures before being adopted or supported by larger international bodies.
Here are the 10 African countries that have received international sanctions :
1. Central African Republic
Sanctions include arms embargoes, asset freezes, and travel bans due to ongoing internal conflicts and political instability.
2. Congo (DRC)
Sanctions have been imposed because of conflicts fueled by ethnic divisions and control over natural resources, including diamonds, gold, and cobalt.
3. Libya
International sanctions were implemented due to the civil war and ongoing conflicts following the overthrow of Muammar Gaddafi, aimed at stabilizing the region.
4. Somalia (al-Shabaab)
Sanctions target individuals and entities associated with al-Shabaab, in efforts to curb terrorism and restore peace to the nation.
5. South Sudan
Sanctions have been imposed in response to the civil war and human rights abuses occurring since the country’s independence from Sudan.
6. Sudan
Sanctions were initially placed due to concerns over terrorism and human rights violations, although some have been lifted, many remain due to continued conflicts and governance issues.
7. Guinea
Sanctions have been applied intermittently due to political instability, coups, and human rights violations by the government.
8. Mali
Imposed because of ongoing internal conflicts and the presence of extremist groups, sanctions aim to support peace efforts and political stability.
9. Zimbabwe
Long-standing sanctions due to government corruption, human rights abuses, and electoral fraud.
10. Guinea-Bissau
Sanctions relate to political instability, coups, and a history of narcotics trafficking which have hindered democratic processes and governance.
