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poor choice. Sahel States have a ‘deep misunderstanding of their economic problems’ – Robertson From the Sahel ECOWAS impasse to the expected disruption coming with US President Donald Trump’s second term, economist Charlie Robertson reads the ru...
Military escalation in eastern DRC after diplomatic deadlock
10 小时之前 · Since a planned meeting between Paul Kagame and Félix Tshisekedi was cancelled 15 December, the situation in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo has continued to deteriorate, both militarily and diplomatically. While developments on the ground remain hard to track given the conflicting statements from each side, the M23 rebels have strengthened their positions on several fronts, including in ...
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Politics: Latest articles on The Africa Report.com. No saints. Nigeria’s race for Chinese investments opens door to illegal activities In the last three months at least 400 Chinese nationals have been arrested for fraud and illegal mining in various parts of Nigeria. Is Nigeria’s ques...
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In Depth. Africa’s Continental Free Trade Area: from dream to reality In this three part series, The Africa Report will examine the concept of a free trade area for Africa – the progress that has been made and the barrie...
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Africa: Latest articles on The Africa Report.com. Changing guard. Trump’s State Department pick Marco Rubio lays out vision for Africa From countering China to investing in fossil fuels, the US senator from Florida offered insights into the incoming administration’s priorities for the...
Kagame, Tshisekedi and the battle to control the narrative
1 天前 · Insults are flying on both sides of the border, with diplomatic language tossed aside. Addressing ambassadors on 16 January, Paul Kagame did not mince his words. “I know leaders when I see them, and I also know idiots when I see them,” he said. “You can [imagine] the combination of both of ...
Sahel States have a ‘deep misunderstanding of their economic …
3 天之前 · British economist Charlie Robertson, a fervent promoter of Africa‘s potential, highlights why the continent is one of the most promising regions globally for investment. What fundamental, universal factors or forces drive economic development? This is the key question addressed by the emerging markets expert in his book, The Time-Travelling Economist: Why Education, Electricity and Fertility ...
Bill Gates raises alarm as aid to Africa hits 20‑year low
2024年10月14日 · Western nations are turning inward as they grapple with economic challenges stemming from the Covid-19 pandemic and the war in Ukraine.This introspection has led to a reduction in foreign aid to African countries, a move that could precipitate an existential crisis on the continent, according to philanthropist Bill Gates.
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Getting Africa working again will take competent states. Competent states require competent civil servants. So far, so obvious? Then you will be pleasantly surprised to hear that a new post-grad course is being set up in Kigali. Partnering with the Mastercard Foundation and …