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Africa: Can FOCAC Adapt to Meet Africa’s Long-Term Needs?

[ad_1] African countries' bilateral deals with China should be clearly aligned with the continent's development goals. The Forum on China-Africa Cooperation (FOCAC) has been a cornerstone of Africa-China relations since its inception in 2000. But the ninth summit in Beijing from 4 to 6 September 2024 takes place amid rising […]

todayAugust 28, 2024

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East Africa: Somalia Gives Kenya a Wide Berth As EAC Heads Launch Raila’s AU Bid

[ad_1] The East African Community officially launched Kenya's opposition leader, Raila Odinga, as its preferred candidate for the African Union Commission chairmanship on Tuesday. The event, held at Nairobi's State House and presided over by President William Ruto, saw the attendance of several regional leaders, including Uganda's President Yoweri Museveni, […]

todayAugust 28, 2024

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Africa: South Africa’s Johan Rupert Overtakes Dangote As Africa’s Richest Man

[ad_1] South Africa's luxury goods tycoon Johann Rupert has become Africa's top billionaires, overtaking Nigeria's Aliko Dangote, who has lost the prime spot. The 74-year-old controls the world's largest luxury watchmaker, Cie Financiere Richemont, through a family trust, with the Bellevue-based company owning renowned brands like Jaeger-LeCoultre and Cartier. According […]

todayAugust 28, 2024

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Nigeria: My Five-Year Journey to Clear My Name – Siasia

[ad_1] Though laced with challenges, Siasia said his life story is one of perseverance and integrity. Former Super Eagles Chief Coach Samson Siasia has spoken about his journey to clear his name after being banned for five years over alleged match-fixing. Speaking at an event organised by his committee of […]

todayAugust 28, 2024

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South Africa: Gayton Mckenzie Silent On Basketball Fiasco

[ad_1] The sports minister promised to report back last Friday after chaos of U18 African Championship tournament came to light With less than one week to go, Basketball South Africa (BSA) has finally released the lists for the national teams that will be competing in this year's U18 Basketball African […]

todayAugust 28, 2024

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