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Philip Thigo named Kenya’s special envoy for technology

Philip Thigo, the Executive Director for Africa at Thunderbird School of Global Management, has been appointed as the Special Envoy on Technology by the President of Kenya, William Ruto. This appointment is part of se...

China strengthens relations with Angola, emphasizing global south focus

Chinese President Xi Jinping reaffirmed his country's commitment to Africa, labeling China as a "reliable friend" for the continent during talks with Angolan President Joao Lourenco in Beijing. Xi emphasized the impor...

China’s role in African development highlighted by ‘stadium diplomacy’

Accra, the capital city of Ghana, is currently hosting the 13th African Games from March 8 to 24, welcoming over 4,000 athletes participating in various track-and-field events. These games aim to promote high-performa...

Outrage among Tunisian government supporters sparks from French documentary

The airing of a French documentary titled "Between Poverty and Dictatorship, the Great Step Backwards," which criticized President Kais Saied's rule in Tunisia, has triggered ongoing anger directed at the participants...

Diplo’s panel on science and tech diplomacy at Antalya Diplomatic Forum

During the 3d Antalya Diplomacy Forum (1-3 March 2024), Diplo organised the session titled 'The Role of Science and Tech Diplomacy in a Globalized World' by providing real-time reporting on the proceedings, ensuring t...

Mozambican foreign minister participates in Antalya diplomacy forum in Turkey

Verónica Macamo, Mozambique's Minister of Foreign Affairs and Cooperation, represented President Filipe Nyusi at the Antalya Diplomacy Forum in Turkey from 29 February to 2 March 2024. The forum focuses on "Advancin...

Pandas return to diplomacy

Pandas are returning to Chinese soft diplomacy after a lull for a few years. According to Xinhua Press, China will send pandas to San Diego and Madrid Zoos. It is part of broader efforts to conserve panda species. ...

Mysterious Russian space weapon raises alarm in Washington

According to the Economist, Washington was abuzz with news of a mysterious Russian space weapon that has raised concerns about the potential threat it poses to American and allied satellites. Although, there is co...

Diplomatic exhibition in Ethiopia: promoting awareness among citizens and diplomatic community

Foreign Ministry spokesman Meles Alem highlighted the significance of the recently concluded diplomacy week and exhibition in Ethiopia, emphasizing their role in educating both citizens and the diplomatic community. H...

Moi Moi, an African Restaurant, Fosters Unity through the Culinary Art of Food Diplomacy.

Chef Howsoon Cham, known as "H.O.," embodies the American Dream, having come to the U.S. from Gambia at 18. After graduating from Bethany College and training under James Beard award-winning chef Cindy Wolf, Cham esta...