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Africa in Focus with Advocate Sipho Mantula, Researcher: Thabo Mbeki African School of Public & International Affairs: Unisa
1. Angola – China
Angola’s national airline, TAAG, has re-launched a weekly service from the capital, Luanda, to the Chinese city of Guangzhou.
The first flight, operated on a Boeing 787 Dreamliner, touched down this week, marking the official inauguration of the direct passenger service.
It is currently the only direct, nonstop flight between the two countries, with Luanda serving as a key node in China’s Belt and Road Initiative.
2. Zimbabwe - Harare
Zimbabwe Senate approves bill to extend presidential term
Zimbabwe's Senate this week overwhelmingly approved…
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