FIFAfrica 2024: Internet freedom and democratization in question

The 2024 Forum on Internet Freedom in Africa (FIFAfrica) took place from September 25-27 in Dakar, Senegal, marking the first time the event was held in Francophone Africa. This 11th…

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Uncap rolls out $33mln fund for African SMEs

This new fund is a significant step forward in Uncap’s mission to support high-potential businesses driving economic growth Uncap has introduced Unconventional Capital, a €30m fund aimed at offering non-dilutive,…

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China to ramp up policy steps to revive economy but no ‘bazooka’ stimulus seen

Policymakers are navigating a complicated economic landscape, with China’s reliance on infrastructure spending to drive growth exacerbating debt risks BEIJING – Chinese policymakers will likely step up measures to at…

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Dubai Chambers showcases opportunities, prospects to strengthen global partnerships

During the event, Dubai Chambers highlighted the opportunities present within the emirate’s economy Dubai Chambers successfully hosted the 12th edition of its ‘Diplomatic Circle,’ with over 100 ambassadors, consul generals,…

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FOCAC 2024: African Scholars share their views and expectations

The 2024 Summit of the Forum on China-Africa Cooperation (FOCAC) will be held in Beijing from September 4 (today) to 6 in Beijing. The leaders of China and Africa will gather around the theme “Joining Hands to Advance Modernization and Build a High-Level China-Africa Community with a Shared Future” to celebrate friendship and chart the way forward for cooperation. It is the largest diplomatic event China has hosted in recent years, with the highest attendance of foreign leaders.

African Economic Outlook 2024

The theme of the 2024 African Economic Outlook is Driving Africa’s Transformation: The Reform of the Global Financial Architecture. Despite strong economic performance and remarkable resilience, structural transformation in Africa has…

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Russia’s growing influence in Africa calls for more balanced partnerships

Moscow is making progress through bilateral agreements, but African states should not get involved in a global proxy conflict. In early June, Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov visited Guinea, the…

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Can FOCAC adapt to meet Africa’s long-term needs?

African countries’ bilateral deals with China should be clearly aligned with the continent’s development goals. The Forum on China-Africa Cooperation (FOCAC) has been a cornerstone of Africa-China relations since its…

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The Belt and Road Initiative: Momentum of a Decade of Chinese Engagement in Africa

After 10 years of cooperation, China’s Belt and Road Initiative in addition to development, has brought pollution and debt to Africa. More dialogue between China & African countries is needed.

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A Global Community of Shared Future: China’s Proposals and Actions

  A Global Community of Shared Future: China’s Proposals and Actions The State Council Information Office of the People’s Republic of China September 2023 Contents Preface I. Humanity at a…

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