The dispute between the US and South Africa is creating new opportunities for economic cooperation between South Africa and Europe. But if this is to succeed, trade relations must be refreshed, say authors at the Friedrich Naumann Foundation in a recent paper.
By David Renke
On Jan. 27, 2025, the M23 rebel movement announced the capture of Goma, the regional capital of eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo. One year on, the economic and humanitarian situation in the region has further deteriorated. US President Donald Trump’s peace initiative has done little to alter this trajectory. Instead, it has increasingly centered on access to strategic raw materials.
By Constantin Leclerc
Although billionaire Patrice Motsepe has formally ruled out entering politics, speculation is mounting over whether he could emerge as a successor to President Cyril Ramaphosa. Early indicators suggest that such a candidacy would be well received by parts of the electorate.
By Andreas Sieren
While global attention is focused on Greenland, Venezuela, and Ukraine, the EU continues to grapple with the crisis in the Sahel – where the 26 member states, particularly Germany and France, remain divided over development and foreign-policy strategy.
By Lucia Weiß
China’s lending to Africa fell sharply in 2024 from the previous year. Beijing is moving away from multi-billion-dollar, US-dollar infrastructure projects and increasingly shifting toward more selective financing in renminbi.
By Yi Ling Pan
The European Union is making a total of EUR 1.9 billion available for humanitarian aid in 2026. More than a quarter of the funds are to be used in sub-Saharan Africa.
By Elián Libera
Innovation hubs can drive sustainable entrepreneurship and employment in Africa – if they are professionally managed and offer relevant services for start-ups.
By Philipp von Carlowitz
While foreign direct investment (FDI) is increasing globally, the inflow of FDI on the African continent is declining, according to UNCTAD. However, there are also regions in Africa with a positive development.
By David Renke
