By Edson Baraukwa | Africa Guardian Kenya has expressed gratitude for Japan’s ongoing support in Africa’s infrastructure development and its partnership in advancing socio-economic activities across the continent. Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi praised Japan’s sustained collaboration with Africa, particularly in crucial areas such as health, education, trade, investment, and climate change. He emphasized the importance of identifying areas…

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Edited By Edson Baraukwa | Africa Guardian The upcoming Forum on China-Africa Cooperation (FOCAC), set to take place in Beijing next month, marks the ninth installment of what has become the largest of the “Africa + 1” summits. The last gathering was hosted by Senegal in 2021. Spanning 24 years, FOCAC has emerged as a key platform for South-South…

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Edited By Edson Baraukwa | Africa Guardian The upcoming Forum on China-Africa Cooperation (FOCAC), set to take place in Beijing next month, marks the ninth installment of what has become the largest of the “Africa + 1” summits. The last gathering was hosted by Senegal in 2021. Spanning 24 years, FOCAC has emerged as a key platform for South-South…

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Edited By Edson Baraukwa | Africa Guardian Margaret Obiageli Olele, CEO and Executive Secretary of the American Business Council (ABC), discussed the Council’s mission, the importance of collaboration in driving economic growth and technological innovation in Nigeria, and more in an interview with Kenneth Athekame. Can you describe the American Business Council’s vision for fostering American business interests in…

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Edited By Edson Baraukwa | Africa Guardian Margaret Obiageli Olele, CEO and Executive Secretary of the American Business Council (ABC), discussed the Council’s mission, the importance of collaboration in driving economic growth and technological innovation in Nigeria, and more in an interview with Kenneth Athekame. Can you describe the American Business Council’s vision for fostering American business interests in…

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Our Correspondent | Africa Guardian Blantyre, Malawi – The National Bank of Malawi (NBM) and Akiba Commercial Bank (ACB) in Tanzania are deeply saddened to announce the passing of Mr. Arnold Makanda, a cherished member of their respective banking families. Mr. Makanda, who joined Akiba Commercial Bank in November 2020 on secondment from NBM, served as the Chief Finance…

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Edited by Edson Baraukwa | Africa Guardian Africa’s push for increased representation on the United Nations (UN) Security Council is driven by three key motivations: rectifying historical injustices, recognizing the continent’s role in shaping the modern world, and reinforcing the legitimacy of the UN amidst evolving global threats. Historical Context and Injustice The call for Africa to secure two…

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Edited by Edson Baraukwa | Africa Guardian Africa’s push for increased representation on the United Nations (UN) Security Council is driven by three key motivations: rectifying historical injustices, recognizing the continent’s role in shaping the modern world, and reinforcing the legitimacy of the UN amidst evolving global threats. Historical Context and Injustice The call for Africa to secure two…

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Opinion by Berivan Orucoglu Africa has become a playground where China and Russia gleefully carve up spheres of influence through natural resources and — let’s not forget — UN votes, thanks to cozy relationships with authoritarian regimes. Human rights defenders across the continent are on the forefront, fighting an uphill battle against these entwined forces of local tyranny and…

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Opinion by Berivan Orucoglu Africa has become a playground where China and Russia gleefully carve up spheres of influence through natural resources and — let’s not forget — UN votes, thanks to cozy relationships with authoritarian regimes. Human rights defenders across the continent are on the forefront, fighting an uphill battle against these entwined forces of local tyranny and…

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