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South Korea-Africa Summit: For How Long Will It Take for Africa to Learn a Lesson?
"Both sides shared the opinion that, above all, there is a need to enhance economic cooperation through the promotion of trade and investment and...
AfDB: Africa’s 2023 economic growth at 3.1
Africa's average economic growth in 2023 fell to an estimated 3.1 percent, down from 4.1 percent of the previous year, as successive shocks weakened...
Nigeria: Understanding the Surge of Terrorism and Its Impact on Civilians, 2018-2022
On April 26, senior advisor to the Africa Center and U.S. Institute of Peace, Ambassador Johnny Carson told me—in a one-on-one interview—“Over the last...
China’s 14th Five-Year Plan: Balancing Domestic Challenges and Global Shifts
In contrast with its 12th Five-Year Plan (2011-2015), China’s 14th Five-Year Plan (2021-2025) is more domestic oriented and puts an emphasis on boosting domestic...
Elevating Diplomacy: When Theory meets Practice in Africa
In today's evolving global landscape, the role of diplomats extends far beyond traditional statecraft. Recognizing this dynamic shift, the visionary tram has launched the...
Professor Lily Golden: Unforgettable African-Russian Academic and Social Influencer
African-Russian Professor Lily Golden and her excellent thoughtful academic works have been in the historical realm, still considered as foundations to multifaceted relations from...
A Win-Win or Debt Trap? Decoding China’s Influence in Africa
China's presence in Africa has undergone a dramatic metamorphosis in recent decades. From a limited Cold War-era relationship, China has become Africa's economic colossus,...
How South Africa’s 2024 Election could mark the end of the ANC’s 30-year dominance
The 1994 election is the defining moment in South Africa's history. The country's first multiracial election culminated in the dismantling of Apartheid, and saw...
Chad: Mahamat Idriss Deby Itno sworn in as president
Chadian President Mahamat Idriss Deby Itno was sworn on Thursday for a five-year term in a ceremony attended by regional leaders and other foreign...
An Overview of South Africa’s Political Landscape
South Africa heads to the polls on May 29. The expected final results will open a new dawn for its population estimated 62 million....