Geopolitical Tensions and EU-Southern Mediterranean Shipping

Geopolitical tensions such as political instability, trade disputes, and sanctions reduce maritime connectivity and efficiency. Enock Kojo Ayesu quantifies this impact using the gravity model of trade for routes between EU and Southern Mediterranean countries.

Megatrends Working Paper 22, 18.02.2026, 23 Seiten

doi:10.18449/2026MTA-WP22

• Christine Hackenesch
• Tobias Heidland
• Denis M. Tull (Hg.)

Leverage and Limits: What African Actors Make of the New Multipolarity

Africa is entering a new era of multipolarity, with global powers competing to become key partners to the continent. This study analyses the different facets of multipolarity and how African actors respond to both opportunities and constraints arising from the growing interest of foreign actors.

Megatrends Working Paper 21, 08.10.2025, 48 Seiten

doi:10.18449/2025MTA-WP21

The Leadership Succession in Zimbabwe: Military Generals in the Political Arena

Zimbabwe faces contested leadership succession as President Mnangagwa seeks to extend his rule beyond 2028, facing opposition from military elites aligned with Vice President Chiwenga. Godfrey Maringira analyses the military’s political influence on succession, leaving elections largely symbolic.

Megatrends Policy Brief 45, 17.12.2025, 9 Seiten

doi:10.18449/2025MTA-PB45

• Benedikt Erforth
• Roukaya Kasenally
• Hangwei Li

India's Engagement with Mauritius amid the New Maritime Geopolitics

India’s growing footprint in the Indian Ocean is reshaping the partnership with Mauritius. This policy brief explores how Mauritius can balance deepening ties with India while safeguarding strategic autonomy amid rising regional competition.

Megatrends Policy Brief 44, 11.12.2025, 8 Seiten

doi:10.18449/2025MTA-PB44

• Mark Schrolle
• Ann-Marie Verhoeven

Assessing 25 Years of Partnership between the AU and EU: From Strong Economic Ties to Mutually Beneficial Relations

In this Spotlight, Mark Schrolle and Ann-Marie Verhoeven examine the current state of EU–AU trade and investment relations and identify avenues through which mutually beneficial and more equitable economic ties between the European bloc and the African continent can be fostered.

Megatrends spotlight 65, 21.11.2025