Africa-Wide
China, 53 African nations urge US to embrace fair trade amid soaring tariffs
China and 53 African countries have jointly urged the United States to abandon its increasingly aggressive trade tactics and embrace more balanced and respectful negotiations. The call comes in response to a recent wave of steep tariffs imposed by the U.S. on exports from several African nations. The statement was released after a high-level meeting…
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China scraps tariffs on African goods in strategic push in wake of US trade tensions
China has unveiled a sweeping zero-tariff policy for exports from 53 African nations, deepening...
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AU raises alarm over Israel’s strike on Iran; warns of growing Middle East tensions
The African Union has expressed deep concern over Friday’s Israeli airstrikes on Iran,...
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Africa: Top military leaders gather in Morocco to strengthen security and cooperation
Senior military officers from nearly 30 African nations, the United States, and NATO are currently...
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China emerges as Africa’s most preferred global power in new favorability rankings
China has topped a new international favorability ranking in Africa, beating the United States and several Western countries in a shift that reflects changing global sentiments. A recent survey conducted...
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Kazakhstan and Africa strengthen ties through growing cooperation
Kazakhstan and African countries are steadily building closer relations despite the distance between them. Recent high-level visits show both sides are committed to deepening partnerships in trade, technology,...
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U.S. reconsiders AFRICOM’s future amid rising Russian ties in Africa
The United States is taking a hard look at the future of its Africa military command, AFRICOM, as it faces growing challenges and shifting alliances on the continent. There are ongoing discussions in Washington...
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Italy strengthens economic ties with Africa through Mattei Plan
The African Development Bank’s Annual Meetings this week highlighted growing collaboration between Italy and Africa under the Mattei Plan, a strategy focused on trade, development, and long-term...
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AfDB to elect new president amid looming $555m funding cut from the U.S
The African Development Bank (AfDB) will elect a new president this week during its annual summit in Abidjan, Ivory Coast, as it faces a major funding cut from the United States. The U.S. government plans...
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China and Africa strengthen ties as top officials mark Africa Day in Beijing
China and Africa deepened their long-standing friendship on Monday as Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi hosted a high-level meeting in Beijing with more than 50 African diplomats to mark Africa Day. The...
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Africa-Korea partnership aims for stronger and long-term collaboration
The relationship between Africa and Korea is shifting toward a broader, long-term partnership built on trust, equity, and shared goals. At the Africa Day 2025 Korea-Africa Business Forum in Seoul, Moroccan...
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Europe Eyes Africa As Steady Trade Partner Amid U.S. Tariff Tensions
Europe is positioning itself as a reliable trade partner for Africa as global economic uncertainty grows due to rising U.S. tariffs. With the United States tightening trade policies under President Donald...
