Africa: The West, Debt and Other Takeaways From Chinese Foreign Minister’s Visit: [VOA] Johannesburg, South Africa — China’s new Foreign Minister Qin Gang wrapped up his first international tour to Africa this week, during which he visited five diverse countries — Ethiopia, Gabon, Benin, Angola and Egypt — and stressed that China does not see the continent as an arena for a power struggle between the West and Beijing. – AllAfrica News: Africa
Africa: Senegal Traffic Deaths Indicative of Problem That Spans Continent – Experts: [VOA] Dakar, Senegal — In Senegal, two major traffic crashes in just eight days killed 62 people, reviving the question of road safety standards in Senegal and across Africa. The continent is home to the highest rate of road fatalities in the world. Experts blame a dangerous mix of poor infrastructure and driver education as well as low-quality imports. – AllAfrica News: Africa
Africa: Pope Francis Prepares for Long-Awaited Visit to DR Congo, South Sudan: [VOA] Rome — Pope Francis is set travel to the Democratic Republic of the Congo and South Sudan at the end of the month – a visit the pontiff had earlier been forced to postpone due to health issues. – AllAfrica News: Africa
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