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Ukraine war
The foreigners who fought for Russia, now stuck in POW limbo in Ukraine
Captured foreigners describe journeys from joining the Russian side to a Ukrainian jail with no way home.
30 Jan 2026 - 4:32PM
War and conflict
Niger’s junta accuses foreign leaders of sponsoring airport attack
30 Jan 2026 - 2:29PM
TV shows and streaming video
YouTube star IShowSpeed shows ‘another Africa’ on his 20-country tour
29 Jan 2026 - 7:15PM
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US-China relations
Chinese national Guan Heng, who filmed Xinjiang facilities, granted US asylum
The Department of Homeland Security initially sought to deport Guan to Uganda, but dropped the plan after his plight raised public concerns.
29 Jan 2026 - 7:53AM
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China economy
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China’s slowing overseas investment reflects caution, not retreat
Amid rising protectionism and increased pushback in advanced economies, Beijing is strategically recalibrating its investments abroad.
28 Jan 2026 - 9:30AM
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Banking & finance
FSDC urges Hong Kong to focus on Africa-Asia financial corridor
City can unlock opportunities providing capital for companies and Belt and Road Initiative infrastructure projects, advisory council says.
27 Jan 2026 - 5:09PM
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United Nations
Hundreds feared missing or dead in Mediterranean shipwrecks, UN says
IOM investigates reports of vessels being impacted by bad weather after departing from Tunisia and Libya for Europe.
27 Jan 2026 - 3:01PM
History
His mother stuffed zebras. He broke the biggest story in Macau’s history
Having moved from colonial conflicts in Africa to the mean streets of the Pearl River Delta, Gonçalo César de Sá has witnessed Macau’s modern history.
28 Jan 2026 - 2:58PM
Mergers & Acquisitions
China’s top gold miner buys Canada’s Allied Gold for US$4 billion as ties thaw
Acquisition follows Canadian leader Carney’s visit to China after years of diplomatic and investment friction.
27 Jan 2026 - 5:04PM
China-Africa relations
Chinese loans to Africa down by nearly 50 per cent as priorities shift
Report says the decline highlights a ‘more selective phase of engagement’ by Beijing.
26 Jan 2026 - 5:24PM
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Uganda
Uganda opposition leader’s wife in hospital after soldiers invade home
Incumbent ruler Yoweri Museveni, 81, president since 1986, was declared winner of the January 15 election, but Wine alleged extensive fraud.
25 Jan 2026 - 12:03AM
China-Africa relations
China widens trade gap with Africa to record US$102 billion amid US pressure
Data points to growing African trade deficit as Trump imposes tariffs, and African demand for manufactured goods and commodity price spikes.
21 Jan 2026 - 8:00PM
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Diplomacy
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Why so many states reject bloc rivalry to choose partnership with China
It’s a calculated choice to keep growth, infrastructure momentum and policy space alive in a world that punishes the economically exposed.
21 Jan 2026 - 5:15PM
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Belt and Road Initiative
China ramps up Belt and Road deals amid US competition
A 75 per cent boom in China’s Belt and Road Initiative last year will help lock in resources for the energy transition and AI rush, as well as extending the country’s global reach.
20 Jan 2026 - 5:17PM
Belt and Road Initiative
US trade war? China had bigger plans in 2025 as ‘belt and road’ deals surged
China’s global infrastructure strategy logged a record US$213 billion of new deals in 2025, as metals projects in Central Asia soared, report finds.
19 Jan 2026 - 11:00PM
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China-Africa relations
How China is ramping up Africa charm offensive to boost cultural ties, influence
Beijing dedicates 2026 to ‘cultural and social diplomacy’ across the continent, with 600 activities aimed at fostering strong friendships.
18 Jan 2026 - 8:00PM
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Uganda
Uganda’s President Yoweri Museveni wins in election marred by fraud claims
Museveni’s main rival, Bobi Wine, claimed there was ‘massive ballot stuffing’ and that his party’s polling agents were abducted.
17 Jan 2026 - 11:48PM
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Natural disasters
Over 100 dead in torrential rains and floods across southern Africa
Thousands have been forced to evacuate in Mozambique, South Africa and Zimbabwe, with helicopters plucking people to safety.
17 Jan 2026 - 8:16AM
Uganda
Museveni leads Uganda vote as Bobi Wine under house arrest amid violence claims
Uganda election marred by violence and internet blackout as one MP accuses security forces of killing 10 supporters at his home during crackdown.
16 Jan 2026 - 8:58PM
China-Africa relations
Why ‘monumental’ China duty-free trade deal has Kenya wanting more
Preliminary ‘early harvest’ framework grants zero-duty entry to over 98 per cent of Kenyan exports, as Nairobi pushes for 100 per cent access.
16 Jan 2026 - 8:42PM
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Pakistan
Pakistan’s arms deals cleared for take-off as orders soar for JF-17 jets
The jets, co-produced with China, proved their worth during the India-Pakistan tensions, when they destroyed an S-400 air defence system.
16 Jan 2026 - 11:12AM
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India
Trump’s 500% tariff push raises risk of India-US trade freeze
Such punitive tariffs would erode India’s export competitiveness and force the country to reorient its trade elsewhere, analysts warn.
15 Jan 2026 - 5:03PM
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Uganda
Uganda shuts down internet as Museveni seeks to extend 40-year rule
Government imposes a blackout as the 81-year-old leader moves to secure a seventh term in Thursday’s election.
14 Jan 2026 - 2:10PM
China trade
As China’s US exports plunge, Beijing banks on diversification for 2026 growth
Shipments to Asean and Africa surged to drive a record US$1.19 trillion surplus for China, offsetting headwinds as leaders push to boost local demand.
14 Jan 2026 - 1:49PM
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Iran
Iranians use Musk’s Starlink to pierce internet blackout during protests
Smuggled satellite terminals offer a high-risk lifeline as Iran’s protest death toll climbs.
13 Jan 2026 - 8:16PM
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China-Africa relations
China’s Wang Yi cites ‘severe risks’ after Somalia dropped from Africa itinerary
In a call with the Somali foreign minister, China’s top envoy reiterates Beijing’s support for Somalia’s territorial integrity.
12 Jan 2026 - 5:53PM
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China-Africa relations
China urges Tanzania to back multilateralism, will ‘stand together’ with Africa
Top diplomat Wang Yi also reaffirms support for Somalia’s sovereignty and territorial integrity.
11 Jan 2026 - 8:11PM
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Chinese offshore investment
How China’s global investment model is changing – and what it means for the yuan
The trade war, weak domestic demand and stronger policy support push more firms to invest overseas, with growing implications for currency.
10 Jan 2026 - 2:00PM
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