Relatives will always have fights. These come and go, but once an outsider gets involved, this may threaten to collapse the household for good. This is what we are witnessing in the recent diplomatic tensions on the African continent, including xenophobic attacks in South Africa. The rise of undocumented immigrants in South Africa, especially in…
Moscow — Under the auspices of the Faculty of Journalism of Lomonosov Moscow State University, the Russian-African Club, in late April, held its IV International Forum of Journalists from Russia and Africa, which marked another historical milestone. According to an established annual tradition, discussions were focused on aspects of the media, its structure, current performance,…
“So long as the visit proceeds smoothly and Trump concludes he was treated respectfully, then the uneasy calm in the bilateral relationship will endure. If, on the other hand, Trump leaves feeling disrespected or trifled with, then he could have a change of heart,” says Ryan Hass, Director of the John L Thornton China Centre…
Britain’s King Charles will visit the U.S. starting on Monday to mark America’s 250th anniversary – his first trip since his coronation nearly three years ago. Buckingham Palace has said the visit “will celebrate the historic connections and the modern bilateral relationship between the United Kingdom and the United States.” But it comes at a…
Narendra Modi, India’s prime minister, center, greets Li Qiang, China’s premier, right, ahead of a family photo at the BRICS Summit in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, on Sunday, July 6, 2025. BRICS leaders will meet in Rio de Janeiro as they seek to strengthen political and economic ties, expand the bloc’s influence on the global…
Interview with the Chinese Ambassador H. E. Yin Chengwu From March 5 to 12, 2026, the Fourth Session of the 14th National People’s Congress of China and the Fourth Session of the 14th National Committee of the Chinese People’s Political Consultative Conference, normally called annual “Two Sessions”, were held in Beijing. During the sessions, Chinese…
An enormous danger and already a human and economic reality for over three weeks! The war launched against Iran is further exacerbating the turmoil and anxieties in a world already reeling and powerless in the face of the conflict unfolding in Ukraine and the open massacres in Gaza. Not to mention the civil wars in…
MTN Group has appointed Roy Mutooni as new executive of group investor relations. MTN Group has appointed Roy Mutooni as new executive of group investor relations, effective 1 April. In a statement, the company says Mutooni brings to MTN more than 20 years of experience in equity research, portfolio management, and value-based strategy across African…
The bonds of solidarity created during the liberation struggle that united South Africa and Kenya against apartheid now fuel an economic and diplomatic partnership “forged in the fires of history”. This is according to Deputy Minister in the Presidency Kenny Morolong who delivered remarks at the Global South Africans Fireside Chat and Networking Dinner held…
This morning at the AU, H.E. Mahmoud Ali Youssouf, Chairperson of the African Union Commission, received H.E. Mr. Sudhakar Dalela, #India’s Vice Minister for Economic Relations responsible for AU affairs. During their meeting, they underscored the strong Africa-India partnership in energy, agriculture & trade. They also discussed preparations for the May 2026 India-Africa Summit, &…
