From: Quotable
EU–AU Summit Shows West now Taking Africa “Quite Seriously”
“The EU is trying to reset its troubled relationship with Africa on a number of issues.”
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Rwanda, DR Congo peace talks hit snag as mediator Angola calls off meeting
DRC presidency says talks had hit deadlock over a Rwandan demand for DRC direct dialogue with M23.
Angola’s path to prosperity lies in its sun and soil, not its oil
Investing in solar electricity and agriculture can help the country diversify its economy and uplift its rural areas.
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From: NewsFeed
Biden tours Angola railway project to boost Africa-West trade links
President Biden visits Angola to promote a $550M US-backed railway project.
Published On 4 Dec 2024
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The Take: Why is Biden going to Angola?
The US aims to grow its influence in sub-Saharan Africa.
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From: NewsFeed
Biden makes historic visit by a US president to Angola
President Joe Biden made history as the first US president to visit Angola.
Published On 3 Dec 2024
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Biden in Angola: What’s behind the last-ditch Africa trip?
It’s a chance to redeem his legacy in Africa, say experts. But it won’t be easy.
UK imposes sanctions on Isabel dos Santos, Ukrainian oligarch Firtash
The measures are a part of the Labour government tightening Britain’s anti-corruption sanctions regime.
Four-time champions Ghana out of AFCON 2025 after 1-1 draw with Angola
The Black Stars needed two wins in their last two qualifying games and are now left at bottom place in Group F.
Worst drought in century devastates Southern Africa, millions at risk
More than 27 million lives affected by worst drought in a century, with 21 million children malnourished, says WFP.
Why hasn’t US President Biden made any state visits to Africa?
The outgoing US leader has not prioritised Africa enough, some say, as Russia and China make inroads into the continent.
