Zimbabwe’s Landmark Gas Discovery at Cabora Bassa Basin
Zimbabwe's recent discovery of natural gas at the Mukuyu-2 well in the Cabora Bassa Basin marks a significant leap in...
December 10, 2023Section
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Brazil Rekindles African Partnership Amid Global Rivalry
Brazil is re-establishing its connections with Africa, signaling a major shift in its international approach.
December 4, 2023
Rising Seas Threaten Africa’s Coastal Heritage
Climate change is reshaping Africa, especially its western coast, as rising sea levels threaten communities and heritage sites.
November 20, 2023
US Ends Trade Benefits for Four African Countries
The US government has removed Uganda, the Central African Republic, Niger, and Gabon from the African Growth and Opportunity Act...
November 2, 2023
Brazil Sets Africa as 2024 Foreign Policy Focus
In the latest Brazil news, Celso Amorim, Brazil's special advisor, said Africa will be central to Brazil’s foreign policy in...
October 31, 2023
Highways of Opportunity in Africa
In the latest trans-african highways news, Roads have been the backbone of human civilization, facilitating movement, trade, and unity.
October 30, 2023
Africa’s $140B Corruption Cost: Between Asia & LatAm
In the latest Africa news, A recent Interpol meeting in Angola's capital, Luanda, focused on boosting information sharing.
October 18, 2023
Africa at the Crossroads of Global Investments
In the latest Africa news, China's Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) has been a game-changer in Africa for over a...
October 16, 2023
Russia’s Rising Influence in Africa
The surge in Russia's engagement in Africa is multifaceted, encompassing diplomatic, economic, military, and strategic dimensions.
October 12, 2023