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Kenya, Tansania – and Togo: The EU infrastructure initiative is slowly gaining momentum. Where Europe and Africa stand, what is still missing and what is important now. Two women, one ...

According to recent studies, the prospects for “demographic dividends” and strong economic growth are improving much faster than expected. „Few have noticed a wealth of new ...

INSIGHT: “Grey” capital market players in impact investing? The German government wants to deregulate crowdinvesting. This is good news for innovative founders – also in Africa. ...

Anyone who follows current debates gets the impression: prejudices are stronger than the belief in the innovative power of the social market economy. This poses risks for climate protection ...

AFN delegation led by Martin Schoeller and Ulrich Rieger meets high-ranking politicians and business representatives. Talks with Prime Minister Victoire Tomegah Dogbé and Foreign Minister ...

Many board members have earned their spurs in the Far East and profited from the boom there during their career advancement. This explains the optimism about China – and should give ...

The cashew harvest in West Africa is currently in full swing. A Cologne-based social enterprise ensures local processing and fair trade.      Less added value, more carbon emissions: A ...

High interest and inflation rates are weighing on the continent. But the Global Gateway, investments in green energy and the export business provide reason for optimism.  The Scope rating ...

On the sidelines of a book presentation earlier this week, the AFN managing director and the CDU politician talked about Africa and joint projects. Joe Chialo is busy at the moment: The ...

As of February, FDP politician Joachim Stamp will serve as the new special representative for migration. What he is planning with regard to Africa became clear last Thursday.  A few days ...

Is Africa the new India? IT staff from German enterprises are more and more often based in Lagos, Kigali or Nairobi. This offers great opportunities for both sides. How companies find ...

If you really want to make a difference with your Christmas donation, we have a few suggestions for you.  Year after year, the same question: Is my money in good hands? Will it really make ...