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09
Oct

US Agency Plans to Expand Equity Investments Across Africa, With Critical Minerals in Focus

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The United States International Development Finance Corporation (DFC) plans to increase its direct equity investments in Africa, particularly in critical minerals and strategic infrastructure, as Washington intensifies efforts to strengthen supply chains and reduce dependence on China. According to a Reuters report published on October 9, 2026, Vibhuti Jain, the DFC’s Regional Managing Director for […]

15
Sep

Congo Creates Task Force to Fast-Track US Minerals Partnership

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The Democratic Republic of Congo has established a dedicated DRC-USA Task Force to accelerate implementation of its strategic minerals partnership with the United States, according to cabinet minutes reviewed by Reuters. The task force is expected to help translate commitments under the partnership into concrete investment, mining and economic projects. Congolese Economy Minister Daniel Mukoko […]

Trump Hosts African Leaders at White House to Boost Trade and Security Ties
11
Jul

Trump Hosts African Leaders at White House to Boost Trade and Security Ties

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Trump hosted leaders from Gabon, Guinea-Bissau, Liberia, Mauritania, and Senegal at the White House for talks and a working lunch, with discussions expected to centre on business opportunities, according to a White House official. for a multilateral working lunch focused on strengthening trade, investment, and security cooperation between the United States and the African continent. The […]

President Cyril Ramaphosa is Expected to Arrive in the United States Today
19
May

President Cyril Ramaphosa is Expected to Arrive in the United States Today

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South African President Cyril Ramaphosa is scheduled to arrive in the United States today for a crucial diplomatic visit aimed at easing rising tensions between Pretoria and Washington. The visit comes amid growing friction over unverified claims of a “white genocide” in South Africa, which have been amplified in some U.S. political circles. These allegations […]