Sino-African Cooperation: A New Turning Point [Business Africa]
According to data from Boston University, Africa now sends more financial flows to China than it receives. This shift marks a significant change in the nature of economic relations between Beijing and the African continent.
Iran, US prepare for talks in Oman
Iran and the United States were preparing for talks on Friday in Oman, with Washington looking to see if there was any prospect of diplomatic progress on the Iranian nuclear programme and other issues while refusing to rule out military action
Africa: All of Africa Today – February 6, 2026
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Egypt’s inflation expected to slow in January as food prices fall
Annual inflation has fallen from from a record high of 38% in September 2023, thanks in part to an $8 billion financial support package signed with the IMF in March 2024
Namibia: Opposition Warns Namibia’s New Oil Bill Could Fuel Fishrot-Style Corruption Under Presidency
[Namibian] Opposition parties are calling on the government to learn from the mistakes of countries such as Nigeria, Ghana, Angola and Russia when it comes to the oil and gas sector.
Remaining 89 kidnapped Nigerian Christians return home
They were among nearly 200 worshippers abducted by criminal gangs from three churches in the north of the country in mid-January.
Activists announce a new aid flotilla for Gaza of over 100 boats
Campaigners described the upcoming mission as the biggest civilian-led mobilisation against Israel's actions in the Palestinian enclave.
African students win global prize for AI education system without internet
In some parts of the world, access to education remains difficult due to a lack of Internet connection or even smartphones. To tackle this challenge, students Happy Niyorurema and Mame Niang from Texas Christian University have developed a solution that delivers educational content over the phone.
African manufacturers warn short-term AGOA extension offers a brief respite
They say while the one-year renewal is good news, it will not encourage long-term investment by businesses.
Spain floods: Storm Leonardo forces 4,000 evacuations in Andalusia
Spain woke to flooded streets in Grazalema on Thursday after Storm Leonardo dumped more than 600 litres per square metre in just 36 hours, according to AEMET.