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Trump wants to talk business with Africa in hopes of countering China. But a US summit excluded Africa’s big players
The White House is hosting an “African leaders” summit of sorts this week. But only five countries from the continent of more than 50 nations are welcome to join.
Trump’s Africa Summit Heats Up Rivalry for Continent’s Resources
US President Donald Trump’s meeting with African leaders shows a sense of urgency in competing for scarce resources with China, which recently lifted tariffs on imports from the continent.
AFRICA-FX-Nigerian and Ghanaian currencies among those seen stable
The Nigerian, Ghanaian, Kenyan and Zambian currencies are expected to be stable against the dollar in the next week to Thursday, traders said.
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First malaria drug for newborns and young infants expected to be approved in Africa within weeks
The approval of the first malaria treatment for newborns and young infants could lead to imminent widespread use in Africa, drugmaker Novartis said Tuesday.
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Donald Trump’s approach to Africa is very, well, African
The upshot is a paradox. Under Mr Trump America will do a lot less in Africa than it has done for decades. But African leaders will get more chances to have the ear of the American president.
Africa Wants Its Critical Minerals to Yield Jobs, Not Just Dollars
More countries are imposing export restrictions to help develop their own industries.
Citi Says South Africa Central Bank Could Lower CPI Goal in July
The South African Reserve Bank could lower its inflation target as soon as its policy meeting at the end of this month, according to Citigroup Inc.
Greek lawmakers vote on North Africa asylum ban as rights groups cry foul
Greek lawmakers prepared to vote on legislation on Thursday that would temporarily halt the processing of asylum applications of people coming from North Africa, a move rights groups have called illegal.
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