Intra-African Trade Crosses USD 200B Mark in 2024
According to a report by the African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank), intra-African trade reached USD 208 billion in 2024, representing a
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China Topples France to Become Top Trading Partner of Senegal in 2024
According to figures released by the Senegal National Agency for Statistics and Demographics (#ANSD), imports from China progressed by 8.3%
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Botswana and Namibia Seek to Speed Up Implementation of Trans-Kalahari Rail
During the Joint Ministerial Committee Meeting held at Swakopmund on Friday 21 February 2025, Botswana and Namibia renewed their commitment
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Hisense and Condor Deepen Partnership to Build Largest Air Conditioner Factory in Africa
On 20 February 2025, Hisense (SZSE: 000921) and Condor signed a partnership agreement to build an air conditioner factory in
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Chinese Embassy in South Africa Turns On Charm Offensive in View of Visit of Chief Diplomat Wang Yi
On 12 February 2025, China’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs released the overseas mission itinerary of its Chief Diplomat Wang Yi.
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Luthai Textile Plans to Invest $385M into Vertically Integrated Facility in Egypt
On 16 December 2024, the General Authority for Freezones and Investment (GAFI) of Egypt announced that Luthai Textile will invest
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Lammy’s Maiden Tour of Rising Continent Aims to Reset UK-Africa Relations
On 3 November 2024, UK Foreign Secretary David Lammy embarked on his maiden visit to Africa since the Labor government
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France and Morocco Seal Deals Worth €10 Billion During Macron’s State Visit in Rabat
The French President Emmanuel Macron led a large delegation to Morocco from 28 to 30 October 2024. The delegation comprised
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ODK Group Invests in Tractor Assembly Plant in Nigeria
On 22 October 2024, a groundbreaking ceremony for the Nortra Tractors Assembly Plant and Service Center took place in Enugu
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Putin Touts BRICS as New Global Economic Engine Just Ahead of BRICS Summit 2024
In preparation for the 16th BRICS Summit (#BRICS2024), the BRICS Business Forum took place in Moscow on 18 October 2024.
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