Turning crisis into opportunity? Agricultural exports to China during the trade war
Early literature on the US–China trade war postulated that the scenario would result in an unprecedented economic opportunity for Africa, as it would force China to further diversify its agricultural import partners.
Africa’s diverging approaches to youth inclusion and participation
Discussions about youth have taken various forms in Africa, as this segment of the population grows exponentially, propelling government responses and policy interventions to meet the needs of young people.
Counterfeit pharmaceuticals: A major threat to public health
The illegal trade of substandard and falsified (SF) medical products (also known as counterfeit pharmaceuticals, medicines or drugs) is a global challenge.
How can Zimbabwe successfully reintegrate into the international community?
This report seeks to provide a better understanding of the dynamics and impediments to improving Zimbabwean relations with other states, including those in the West.
The state of measurement & reporting for local procurement in mining in Africa
Governments in Africa are increasing local content regulations on mining that encourage or require local procurement of goods and services by investing companies.
How young Africans find innovative solutions to challenges posed by COVID-19 pandemic
June is Youth Month in South Africa, built around commemorations of the brave students in Soweto on 16 June 1976 who rose up against the imposition of Afrikaans as a medium of instruction.
Should all Africa’s states join the APRM?
When the African Peer Review Mechanism (APRM) – Africa’s governance monitoring and promotion instrument – was launched on 9 March 2003, it was voluntary.
Not much give from China in its relationship with Africa
Despite a warm African response to the recent ‘Extraordinary China-Africa Summit on Solidarity Against Covid-19’, not much new came out of the virtual meeting. Crucially, there was no movement on cancellation of the $150bn in concessional loan debt.
Africa’s ICT infrastructure: Its present and prospects
Africa’s Information and Communication Technology (ICT) deficit is a major brake on its development prospects.
DRC president’s chief of staff convicted of corruption and embezzlement
Congolese president Felix Tshisekedi’s chief of staff, Vital Kamerhe, was once a close ally of Joseph Kabila, leading his election campaign in 2006. Kamerhe is frequently credited with winning the eastern Congo vote for Kabila.