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Russian and Namibian Foreign Ministers Discuss Bilateral Trade, Investment, and Tourism
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Russian and Namibian Foreign Ministers Discuss Bilateral Trade, Investment, and Tourism
Sergey Lavrov, holding his first high-level diplomatic meeting with Selma Ashipala-Musavyi in Moscow, re-affirmed implementing bilateral agreements.
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January 16, 2026 at 3:13 AM
Russian and Namibian Foreign Ministers Discuss Bilateral Trade, Investment, and Tourism
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Feature: How 2026 will strengthen China-Africa educational ties
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January 14, 2026 at 5:29 PM
Feature: How 2026 will strengthen China-Africa educational ties
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Russia courts Africa with visa-free access
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January 14, 2026 at 11:28 AM
Russia courts Africa with visa-free access
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Europe’s narrow window to counter Russia in Africa runs through Türkiye
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Europe’s narrow window to counter Russia in Africa runs through Türkiye - Türkiye Today
As US-initiated negotiations advance, this moment is rapidly closing for regions whose security dynamics have been shaped by Russian involvement
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January 9, 2026 at 4:22 PM
Europe’s narrow window to counter Russia in Africa runs through Türkiye
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SAP Report Warns Africa Must Accelerate AI Skills Development to Stay Competitive
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SAP Report Warns Africa Must Accelerate AI Skills Development to Stay Competitive - iAfrica.com
As Africa moves deeper into the era of artificial intelligence, organizations across the continent face mounting pressure to build the skills needed to
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January 7, 2026 at 10:32 AM
SAP Report Warns Africa Must Accelerate AI Skills Development to Stay Competitive
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Four Critical Projects Set To Shape Africa’s Future
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Four Critical Projects Set To Shape Africa’s Future
As Africa’s economic and infrastructural transformation gains momentum, several recent projects, from AI to green energy, could begin to bear fruit. Africa–the fastest-growing continent by population...
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January 7, 2026 at 10:24 AM
Four Critical Projects Set To Shape Africa’s Future
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Africa is the world’s most endowed continent in agricultural potential, yet it remains a marginal player in global agribusiness. This paradox lies at the heart of Africa’s development challenge.
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Agricultural exports from Africa are not doing well. Four ways to change that
Many governments have instead chosen manufacturing as the pathway to global integration
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January 1, 2026 at 1:47 PM
Africa is the world’s most endowed continent in agricultural potential, yet it remains a marginal player in global agribusiness. This paradox lies at the heart of Africa’s development challenge.
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Where the money comes from as Tanzania investment hits $11bn
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Where the money comes from as Tanzania investment hits $11bn
Tanzania attracted investment worth $10.95 billion in 2025, driven largely by strong inflows from leading source countries as the number of registered projects and pledged capital rose sharply...
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January 1, 2026 at 11:05 AM
Where the money comes from as Tanzania investment hits $11bn
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ESTATE OPINION: How China–Kenya Agri-Tech Is Redefining African Farming
At the centre of this shift are Chinese agri-technology firms XAG and DJI, globally recognised leaders in unmanned aerial systems for agriculture.
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At the centre of this shift are Chinese agri-technology firms XAG and DJI, globally recognised leaders in unmanned aerial systems for agriculture.
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OPINION: How China–Kenya agri-tech is redefining African farming
At the centre of this shift are Chinese agri-technology firms XAG and DJI, globally recognised leaders in unmanned aerial systems for agriculture. - Kenya breaking news | Kenya news today | Capitalfm....
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January 1, 2026 at 10:53 AM
ESTATE OPINION: How China–Kenya Agri-Tech Is Redefining African Farming
At the centre of this shift are Chinese agri-technology firms XAG and DJI, globally recognised leaders in unmanned aerial systems for agriculture.
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At the centre of this shift are Chinese agri-technology firms XAG and DJI, globally recognised leaders in unmanned aerial systems for agriculture.
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The Waiting Game: Signposts of Russia’s Coming Failure in Africa
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The Waiting Game: Signposts of Russia’s Coming Failure in Africa
Russia is reshaping global geopolitics across Africa through disinformation, military bases, and strategic alliances.
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January 1, 2026 at 10:46 AM
The Waiting Game: Signposts of Russia’s Coming Failure in Africa
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PwC: The shifting landscape of global capital markets
Opportunities for Africa today and tomorrow.
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Opportunities for Africa today and tomorrow.
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PwC: The shifting landscape of global capital markets
Opportunities for Africa today and tomorrow.
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December 31, 2025 at 5:44 PM
PwC: The shifting landscape of global capital markets
Opportunities for Africa today and tomorrow.
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Opportunities for Africa today and tomorrow.
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Africa could double its current growth rate for the next 40 years by drawing on China's development strategy, which offers the strongest "proof of concept" for sustained high growth, economist Jeffrey Sachs said in a lecture on Thursday.
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China Offers Blueprint For Africa's Rise
Africa could double its current growth rate for the next 40 years by drawing on China's development strategy, which offers the strongest "proof of concept" for sustained high growth...
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December 31, 2025 at 5:35 PM
Africa could double its current growth rate for the next 40 years by drawing on China's development strategy, which offers the strongest "proof of concept" for sustained high growth, economist Jeffrey Sachs said in a lecture on Thursday.
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Iran’s exports to Africa surge 77% in past eight months
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Iran’s exports to Africa surge 77% in past eight months
Pars Today – Official statistics show significant growth in Iran’s exports to African countries over the past eight months.
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December 31, 2025 at 11:58 AM
Iran’s exports to Africa surge 77% in past eight months
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BRIDGE: Review and Prospects of China-Nigeria Cooperation
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BRIDGE: Review and Prospects of China-Nigeria Cooperation
By Yan Yuqing The year 2025, which is drawing to a close, has been a pivotal year in the development of China-Nigeria relations. Under the strategic guidance of President Xi Jinping and President Bola...
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December 30, 2025 at 5:52 PM
BRIDGE: Review and Prospects of China-Nigeria Cooperation
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Russia is preparing for an upcoming summit with African leaders with a pledge to defend the continent’s sovereignty against what it describes as Western exploitation.
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Russia lays groundwork for next Africa summit
Russia and several African countries have been subject to Western sanctions in recent years
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December 29, 2025 at 11:48 AM
Russia is preparing for an upcoming summit with African leaders with a pledge to defend the continent’s sovereignty against what it describes as Western exploitation.
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FG signs MoU with Chinese firm to localise CNG, EV infrastructure manufacturing
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FG signs MoU with Chinese firm to localise CNG, EV infrastructure manufacturing
The Federal Government has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Chinese infrastructure and Internet of Things (IoT) solutions
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December 28, 2025 at 3:39 PM
FG signs MoU with Chinese firm to localise CNG, EV infrastructure manufacturing
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Central African Republic's incumbent president, a Russian ally, eyes a third term in key elections
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Central African Republic's incumbent president, a Russian ally, eyes a third term in key elections
Voters in the Central African Republic are electing a new president and federal lawmakers.
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December 28, 2025 at 3:35 PM
Central African Republic's incumbent president, a Russian ally, eyes a third term in key elections
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Egypt's Ministry of Petroleum and Mineral Resources has entered into a new oil and natural gas exploration agreement with British company Terra Petroleum
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Egypt signs exploration agreement with British firm - Oil Review Africa
Egypt's Ministry of Petroleum and Mineral Resources has entered into a new oil and natural gas exploration agreement with British company Terra Petroleum - Exploration - Egypt signs exploration agree...
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December 27, 2025 at 9:58 AM
Egypt's Ministry of Petroleum and Mineral Resources has entered into a new oil and natural gas exploration agreement with British company Terra Petroleum
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Russia strengthens its position in Africa over 2025 — MFA
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Russia strengthens its position in Africa over 2025 — MFA
According to the statement, a dialogue mechanism between Russia and the Sahel Confederation of States has been established at the level of foreign ministers
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December 27, 2025 at 9:35 AM
Russia strengthens its position in Africa over 2025 — MFA
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Africa’s top 10 Facebook markets in 2025: user base and gender distribution
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Africa’s top 10 Facebook markets in 2025: user base and gender distribution
Since its launch in Africa in 2015, when Facebook opened its first office in Johannesburg, the platform has grown to become central to how millions of Africans communicate, follow news, and run busine...
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December 26, 2025 at 11:48 PM
Africa’s top 10 Facebook markets in 2025: user base and gender distribution
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Russian Companies Showcase Products at Food Africa 2025 in Cairo, Russian Export Center Says
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Russian Companies Showcase Products at Food Africa 2025 in Cairo, Russian Export Center Says
Russian food exporters showcased their products at the Food Africa 2025 exhibition in Cairo, according to the Russian Export Center (REC, part of VEB.RF Group).
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December 24, 2025 at 4:27 PM
Russian Companies Showcase Products at Food Africa 2025 in Cairo, Russian Export Center Says
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Fertilising the future: Industrial giants race to end Africa’s import dependency
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Fertilising the future: Industrial giants race to end Africa’s import dependency
Major industrial giants like OCP, Dangote and Indorama are aggressively expanding domestic manufacturing and soil-mapping initiatives across Africa to combat food insecurity and reduce the continent’s...
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December 23, 2025 at 7:46 PM
Fertilising the future: Industrial giants race to end Africa’s import dependency
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Can Media Shape Russian-African Strategic Partnerships?
With regard to Russian media, Lavrov pointed to support measures for opening Russian media across Africa.
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With regard to Russian media, Lavrov pointed to support measures for opening Russian media across Africa.
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Can Media Shape Russian-African Strategic Partnerships?
With regard to Russian media, Lavrov pointed to support measures for opening Russian media across Africa. For Lavrov, the current low representation
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December 23, 2025 at 5:39 PM
Can Media Shape Russian-African Strategic Partnerships?
With regard to Russian media, Lavrov pointed to support measures for opening Russian media across Africa.
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With regard to Russian media, Lavrov pointed to support measures for opening Russian media across Africa.
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The Russian Factor in Egypt: Strategic Projects and the Reconfiguration of Power in North Africa
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The Russian Factor in Egypt: Strategic Projects and the Reconfiguration of Power in North Africa - Robert Lansing Institute
Egypt Today published an article on the outcomes of a meeting between Egyptian President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi, senior members of the Egyptian government, and
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December 23, 2025 at 5:33 PM
The Russian Factor in Egypt: Strategic Projects and the Reconfiguration of Power in North Africa
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The Sahel Pivot: Türkiye’s Defense and Diplomatic Footprint in Africa
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The Sahel Pivot: Türkiye’s Defense and Diplomatic Footprint in Africa
TRENDS Research & Advisory strives to present an insightful and informed view of global issues and challenges from a strategic perspective. Established in 2014 as an independent research center, TREND...
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December 23, 2025 at 2:39 PM
The Sahel Pivot: Türkiye’s Defense and Diplomatic Footprint in Africa
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