Trade
China-Africa trade soars on spike in commodity prices
Two-way commerce dwarfs that between U.S. and continent
Africa
Pharmaceuticals
WHO urges 'immediate action' after cough syrup deaths
Contaminated over-the-counter medicines killed 300-plus children in 2022
Books
Books: Author highlights Asian slavery at Cape of Good Hope
Isna Marifa's novel tells powerful, painful story through rare insights into everyday events
Energy
China brushes off environment fears over East Africa pipeline
Activists worry few will benefit as local livelihoods are put at risk
International relations
China's new foreign minister Qin Gang embarks on Africa tour
Aid for Ethiopia expected as Beijing makes annual early-year visit to continent
Pharmaceuticals
India probes cough syrup linked to Uzbekistan child deaths
Allegations echo Gambia scandal, casting new doubts on 'pharmacy of the world'
International relations
U.S. struggles to lure African nations over from China
Countries that benefit from Beijing investment wary of Washington's $55bn pledge
Climate Change
U.N. nature talks reach deal to protect 30% of land and sea by 2030
African rainforest nations object; more money sought from developed countries
Sports
World Cup: Croatia edges Morocco 2-1 to clinch third place
European team grabs 2nd medal in 4 years as African side's historic run ends
International relations
U.S. courts Africa with aid as China, Russia make inroads
Countries seek to strike balance between Washington and rivals
Pharmaceuticals
India says sample of cough syrup linked to Gambia death found fine
Maiden Pharma's medicine complies with specifications, government tells WHO
Sports
World Cup: France into final with 2-0 win as Morocco goes down fighting
Loss ends astonishing run for first African team to make the semifinals
International relations
U.S. seeks stronger ties with Africa in 3-day summit amid China clout
49 countries invited for talks on trade, investment, climate and space
Interview
India conglomerate Raymond expects boost from record wedding season
Clothing, textiles remain at company's core but also branching into other sectors
International relations
China boosts military aid to Africa as concerns over Russia grow
Biden to hold summit with African leaders this week
Sports
World Cup: Morocco makes history in 1-0 defeat of Portugal
Team becomes 1st African and Arab country to reach tournament's semifinals
Sports
World Cup: Brave Morocco advances as Spain flops in shootout
Despite dominating possession, Spaniards unable to find back of net
Sports
World Cup roundup: Mexico eliminated despite win; Poland advances
Australia shocks Denmark 1-0 to waltz into knockout stage
Sports
World Cup roundup: Brazil edges Switzerland to advance
Portugal scores second Group H win, secures berth in knockout round
Sports
World Cup: South Korea loses to Ghana in 3-2 thriller
Koreans have 1 point after two games in Group H
