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South Africa and the UK deepen trade and defense ties, with plans for economic development and counter-terrorism initiatives.

KEY POINTS African youth play a pivotal role in political movements. Technology empowers youth-led movements across the continent. Despite challenges, African youth continue driving political change. Young people in Africa …

The IMF is set to begin its review of Egypt’s loan program, which could unlock $1.2 billion in funding, as the country faces high inflation and foreign currency shortages.

“Braiding Nairobi” app connects Kenyan hair braiders with online customers, bridging the digital gender divide and boosting business for women.

South Africa strengthens trade ties within Africa and with China, leveraging AfCFTA and exploring regional economic integration as global trade tensions rise.

Cocoa farmers in Ivory Coast and Ghana face growing challenges from climate, economic, and trade pressures, impacting global cocoa supply and prices.

Botswana’s election today tests President Masisi’s leadership as economic troubles from a declining diamond market weigh heavily on the campaign, with opposition challenging the Botswana Democratic Party’s record on growth …

Sudan faces escalating violence and ethnic conflict, with UN urging alternative approaches to protect civilians as peacekeeping remains unfeasible.

Seventeen Nigerian women trafficked to Ghana have been rescued and returned safely, as NiDCOM collaborates with Ghanaian authorities to combat human trafficking.

Angola’s finance minister, Vera Daves de Sousa, announced concerns over the economic impact of potentially lower oil prices, noting the country’s reliance on crude revenue and ongoing phase-out of fuel …