UK launches new Africa strategy focused on investment over aid
Africa Minister Jenny Chapman said Britain — which this year cut its aid budget by 40% — was “moving from donor to investor.”
Africa Minister Jenny Chapman said Britain — which this year cut its aid budget by 40% — was “moving from donor to investor.”
The African Development Fund lends money to 37 low-income nations on the continent.
The deal marks the company’s second major divestment from the continent in as many years.
Airtel seeks to use satellite technology to enhance voice and text messaging services in its African markets.
Nigeria is one of 12 additional African countries — which also include Angola, Senegal, Tanzania, and Zambia — that now face new limits on visiting the US.
Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi said the rules were aimed at addressing foreign ownership of properties near security-critical facilities.