The ninth Tokyo International Conference on African Development (TICAD 9) concluded with commitments to accelerate Africa’s transformation under the African Union’s Agenda 2063, positioning Japan as a key development partner amid waning Western aid. Held in Tokyo, the high-level summit convened African heads of state, Japanese officials, development partners, and private sector leaders. The resulting … Continue reading From Mombasa to AI Hubs: Japan’s $5.5B Vision for Africa’s Future