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
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
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
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
South Africa’s JETP remains on track despite the US withdrawal, as Germany increases its support – though major challenges remain.
By Andreas Sieren
Despite the US withdrawal, South Africa’s energy transition is still on track under the JETP. Germany in particular is increasing its commitment. However, some obstacles remain.
By Andreas Sieren
After years as a pioneer in East Africa, Kenya is increasingly facing competition from its neighbor Tanzania. Foreign direct investment and German business activity have already picked up in Tanzania, while Kenya is grappling with rising national debt.
By Arne Schütte
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
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
Israel’s recognition of Somaliland is part of a larger shift in the axes of power in the strategically important Red Sea. Regional players are reorganizing their alliances, while lines of conflict between status quo maintainers and revisionists are solidifying.
By Arne Schütte
