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Russia and Africa: Uncovering the Potential for Cooperation
As Moscow prepares to host the third Russia–Africa Summit on 28–29 October, Kestér Kenn Klomegâh sets out the programme and the areas where Russia and Africa could build closer cooperation.
BRICS Economic Perspectives
After the New Delhi summit, Professor Maurice Okoli on BRICS's push for local-currency trade, financial reform and a stronger voice for the Global South.
Russia Marks Historical Anniversaries with Nigeria, Angola, Uganda and Equatorial Guinea
Russian Ministry of Foreign Affairs has highlighted important historical independence anniversaries with four African countries
Is China Turning Economic Influence in Africa into Strategic Power?
China can use its BRICS membership and its direct investment in Africa to turn economic weight into lasting political influence, argues Nadia Helmy.
South Africa, Ethiopia and Egypt Review Bilateral Cooperation with Putin at India's BRICS Summit
On the sidelines of the BRICS summit in India, Vladimir Putin met the leaders of South Africa, Ethiopia and Egypt to review strategic bilateral cooperation.
Russia Rejects De-Dollarisation Push as Putin Prepares for BRICS Summit
The Kremlin says Moscow is not pursuing formal de-dollarisation and remains open to any acceptable payment method ahead of the BRICS summit.
From Pan-Africanism to Meta-Africanism: The Emerging Narrative of Africa as an Architect of the World
Pan-Africanism gave the continent a language of unity and liberation. Danilo Desiderio argues that a new narrative casts Africa as an architect of the world.
Observations From Afar on India's Opposition to BRICS Common Currency
India, this year's BRICS chair, has come out against a common currency to counter the US dollar. A view from afar on what that means for the bloc.
Africa at Crossroads: Rethinking the Continent's Position in World Politics
Africa is no longer seen as a place of charity but as a strategic player. Tariq Khan asks how the continent should position itself in world politics.
Determining African Union's Future in a Changing Geopolitical World
Years of policy on peace and development have not ended Africa's conflicts. Professor Maurice Okoli on what the African Union's new leadership must change.
G20–Africa: Innovating Agenda for the Global South's Development
For the first time an African nation is steering the G20. What South Africa's presidency means for the continent and the Global South.