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Nick Checker – Trump’s Africa man for the transition
Nick Checker is currently responsible for Trump’s Africa policy. If he has his way, the US would only compete with China in Africa in certain areas.
By Arne Schütte
Electromobility
Car exports from China: Volkswagen’s strategic advantage
In the future, electric cars developed by VW in Hefei, China, are to be exported globally. VW hopes to secure a competitive advantage with this approach – including in Africa. It is also expected that many markets will align themselves increasingly with China’s technological standards.
By Julia Fiedler
Artificial intelligence
AI: The hurdles facing Africa
Morocco recently presented ambitious goals for the development of its AI sector. Other African governments have also recently turned their attention to this topic. However, there are a few hurdles to overcome before the AI revolution can happen.
By David Renke
Artificial intelligence
AI: The hurdles facing Africa
Morocco recently presented ambitious goals for the development of its AI sector. Other African governments have also recently turned their attention to this topic. However, there are a few hurdles to overcome before the AI revolution can happen.
By David Renke
Electromobility
Car exports from China: Volkswagen’s strategic advantage
In the future, electric cars developed by VW in Hefei, China, are to be exported globally. VW hopes to secure a competitive advantage with this approach – including in Africa. It is also expected that many markets will align themselves increasingly with China’s technological standards.
By Julia Fiedler
Africa.Table
High-speed rail: Why prestige projects have drawn criticism
An increasing number of African countries see high-speed rail as a driver of growth by making mobility more affordable and efficient. However, some projects have delivered only limited success.
By Andreas Sieren
Africa.Table
KfW: Increasing commitments to Africa despite budget cuts
Germany’s shift in development cooperation policy is increasingly shaping the work of the state development bank KfW. Last year, it offset declining budget resources with a substantial rise in market-based financing. Despite this, it is sharpening its regional focus on Africa.
By David Renke
Africa (English)
Table of Contents - Edition 281 from February 10th, 2026
- Talk of the Town: The AI hurdles facing Africa
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- Food warfare: MSC report recognizes new dimension
- Survey: German economy cautiously optimistic about Africa
- Must Reads: South Africa withdraws Monusco troops
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Nick Checker – Trump’s Africa man for the transition
Nick Checker is currently responsible for Trump’s Africa policy. If he has his way, the US would only compete with China in Africa in certain areas.
By Arne Schütte
Electromobility
Car exports from China: Volkswagen’s strategic advantage
In the future, electric cars developed by VW in Hefei, China, are to be exported globally. VW hopes to secure a competitive advantage with this approach – including in Africa. It is also expected that many markets will align themselves increasingly with China’s technological standards.
By Julia Fiedler
Artificial intelligence
AI: The hurdles facing Africa
Morocco recently presented ambitious goals for the development of its AI sector. Other African governments have also recently turned their attention to this topic. However, there are a few hurdles to overcome before the AI revolution can happen.
By David Renke
Artificial intelligence
AI: The hurdles facing Africa
Morocco recently presented ambitious goals for the development of its AI sector. Other African governments have also recently turned their attention to this topic. However, there are a few hurdles to overcome before the AI revolution can happen.
By David Renke
Electromobility
Car exports from China: Volkswagen’s strategic advantage
In the future, electric cars developed by VW in Hefei, China, are to be exported globally. VW hopes to secure a competitive advantage with this approach – including in Africa. It is also expected that many markets will align themselves increasingly with China’s technological standards.
By Julia Fiedler
Africa.Table
High-speed rail: Why prestige projects have drawn criticism
An increasing number of African countries see high-speed rail as a driver of growth by making mobility more affordable and efficient. However, some projects have delivered only limited success.
By Andreas Sieren
Africa.Table
KfW: Increasing commitments to Africa despite budget cuts
Germany’s shift in development cooperation policy is increasingly shaping the work of the state development bank KfW. Last year, it offset declining budget resources with a substantial rise in market-based financing. Despite this, it is sharpening its regional focus on Africa.
By David Renke
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