Last year, China’s trade relationship with Africa reached a record $282bn (£226bn), according to Chinese customs…
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Sierra Leone's iconic cotton tree felled by storm
The Freetown landmark was a symbol of liberty for early settlers and appeared on banknotes. Source…
Nigeria’s Muhammadu Buhari leaves legacy of kidnapping, inflation and debt
For instance, thousands of school children were abducted between December 2020 and September 2021, according to…
Sudan conflict: The Eritrean refugees caught between two crises
Thousands of people find themselves stranded in South Sudan after fleeing the conflict to the north.…
Why Turkey’s election is being closely followed in Africa
Off the back of presidential visits, Turkish company, Karpowership, has signed deals for its ship-mounted power…
Why an Ethiopian prince was buried in Windsor Castle
Exhuming Prince Alemayehu’s body would disrupt the remains of others, Buckingham Palace says. Source link
NYSC: How Nigerian graduates serve their country
Every year thousands of Nigerian graduates across the country take part in the National Youth Service…
Kenyan female caddy turns ‘desperation’ into making a living
At the Kenya Open in 2023 Virginia Karemi Njeri was one of only three women out…
South Africa could become failed state, says ANC’s Fikile Mbalula
While external forces such as global economics, the impact of Covid and the war in Ukraine…
South Africa load-shedding: The roots of Eskom’s power problem
If you are looking to understand South Africa’s current struggles – its soaring crime and unemployment…