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Is the Continent Ready for a Unified Foreign Policy?

In a world experiencing tectonic shifts in geopolitical alliances, the question of Africa’s global posture is no longer just rhetorical; it’s strategic. With the rise of China, the resurgence of.

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Africa’s Maritime Leap: Mega Container Ships Signal New Era in West African Trade

As the world continues to expand its global trade networks, Africa is increasingly positioning itself as a vital hub in international commerce. A groundbreaking development in this trajectory is the.

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Rising Economies, Rising Expectations: Ethics in African Leadership

The 21st century has ushered in an era of unprecedented economic acceleration. Nations around the globe are experiencing rapid growth propelled by technological innovation, globalisation, and expanding markets. Yet, this.

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Strengthening African Currencies: A Key to Long-Term Economic Resilience in Volatile Global Markets

In an era marked by global economic volatility—driven by geopolitical conflicts, trade tensions, and fluctuating commodity prices—African nations are increasingly recognising the vital importance of having strong, stable currencies. A.

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Africa’s Digital Tax Regime and the Battle for Access

The digital economy has become the new oil of the 21st century. Forrester’s Global Digital Economy Forecast, 2023 to 2028, shows that the digital economy will reach $16.5 trillion and.

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Afrobeats: A Global Force Amidst Challenges and New Triumphs

Afrobeats continues to thrive despite persistent concerns about diminishing global visibility, fewer chart-topping hits, and infrastructural limitations at home. Rather than declining, the genre is evolving, adapting to new audiences,.

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Africa Advances Toward a Thriving Carbon Market with Support Facility

Africa is steadily laying the groundwork for a stronger, more integrated carbon market, as the African Development Bank (AfDB) prepares to launch the Africa Carbon Support Facility. Designed to help.

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AFNIS 2025: Abuja Set to Host Premier Summit Focused on Harnessing Africa’s Local Content for Sustainable Development

ABUJA, NIGERIA – The African Natural Resources and Energy Investment Summit (AFNIS) is poised to return for its 4th edition in Abuja, Nigeria, from July 15–17, 2025. Hosted by the.

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Meet Sidi Ould Tah, Elected Ninth President of AfDB

Sidi Ould Tah of Mauritania has been elected the ninth president of the African Development Bank (AfDB), stepping into the spotlight at the bank’s annual meetings held in Abidjan, Côte.

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Africa’s Power Puzzle: Are Checks and Balances Working?

Across the globe, the principle of separation of powers is seen as fundamental to building resilient democracies. In theory, it ensures that no single arm of government, executive, legislative, or.

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