World Bank urges Africa to build production hubs, not just trade links
A new World Bank report says Africa’s trade gains depend on making customs, transport, energy, digital and payment systems work across borders.
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Chad Raises Border Alert After Accusing Sudan of Airstrikes
Chad says airstrikes hit a convoy inside its territory on August 20. Sudan denies responsibility, while the African Union warns of wider regional escalation.
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South Africa’s Repatriation Costs Test Regional Relations
South Africa’s August 12 reimbursement requests over nearly $18 million in migrant-return costs raise diplomatic, legal and humanitarian questions.
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UN Security Council Turns to Preventive Diplomacy as Conflicts Deepen
A July 23 Security Council debate examined how the UN and regional organizations can strengthen negotiation, mediation and other peaceful tools.
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South Africa’s Ronald Lamola Seeks Africa-Wide Migration Talks as AU Rejects Ghana Agenda Bid
South Africa is pressing for continent-wide talks on irregular migration after violent anti-immigration protests drove migrants to leave the country, but the African Union rejected Ghana’s proposal to place the tensions on its October 2026 agenda.
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African Union adopts Luanda Declaration to accelerate Africa’s blue-economy plans
African Union member states adopted the Luanda Declaration in Angola after a July 22–24 meeting focused on using oceans, rivers and lakes to support growth, food security, jobs and climate resilience.
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Nigeria and Ghana Ask AU to Address South Africa Protests
Nigeria and Ghana are asking the African Union to address anti-migrant protests in South Africa, while Pretoria backs broader migration talks.