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Japan’s aid agency, the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA), has scrapped its ‘Africa Hometown’ initiative following widespread confusion and public concern over supposed migration benefits.

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Japan’s aid agency, the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA), has scrapped its ‘Africa Hometown’ initiative following widespread confusion and public concern over supposed migration benefits. Programme Aimed at Cultural and Educational Exchanges Launched in August during the 9th Tokyo International Conference on African Development, the programme was originally designed to foster cultural, educational, and social…

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Top 5 OPEC African countries that produced the most oil in August 2025

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Oil production continues to be a reliable asset, contributing significantly to the GDP of many African countries and serving as a significant source of revenue. August has been no exception to the typical monthly fluctuations in this resource’s output. Oil production remains a key economic driver for many African nations, significantly contributing to GDP and…

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5 African countries with the biggest port improvements

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Despite being home to some of the fastest-growing economies in the world, Africa still struggles with ports that rank among the least efficient globally. Business Insider Africa presents the 5 African countries with the biggest port improvements. The list is courtesy of the World Bank Group and S&P Global’s Container Port Performance Index. Despite advancements,…

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Taiwan has suspended planned restrictions on semiconductor exports to South Africa, days after announcing the measure, in a move that highlights Taipei’s hesitation over deploying its world-leading chip industry in diplomatic disputes.

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Taiwan has suspended planned restrictions on semiconductor exports to South Africa, days after announcing the measure, in a move that highlights its hesitation over deploying its world-leading chip industry in diplomatic disputes. Taiwan suspended planned restrictions on semiconductor exports to South Africa after initial announcement. The decision stemmed from South Africa’s action to downgrade Taiwan’s…

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Ruto pushes for deeper U.S. ties with new trade deal, seeks five-year AGOA renewal

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Kenya’s President William Ruto said on Wednesday that his country expects to finalise a trade agreement with the United States by the end of the year. Kenya’s President William Ruto anticipates finalising a bilateral trade agreement with the U.S. by the year’s end. Ruto is advocating for a five-year extension of the African Growth and…

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New data shows that in 2024, remittances from Africans working abroad exceeded export earnings in several countries, reshaping foreign income flows.

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New data shows that in 2024, remittances from Africans working abroad exceeded export earnings in several countries, reshaping foreign income flows. The report identifies the top 10 African countries where diaspora remittances have become more vital than exports, underscoring their role in economic survival. African remittances in 2024 exceeded export earnings in several countries, highlighting…

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