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Africa Connect: Tokyo International Conference on African Development (TICAD 9) - Possibilities for the Continent
November 7, 2025·17 min·1 clip
Dr. Kariuki declares Africa is in a 'powerful position' with 'increased intentionality' from developed nations wanting to do business there.
As heard by us
A sober look at TICAD's promises, with the hard question of whether funding follows.
TICAD 9 in Yokohama is treated as a useful lens on Japan-Africa ties, with Dr. Paul Kariuki arguing that the summit still matters as bigger powers compete for influence across the continent.
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If you want the real stakes behind TICAD 9, start here.
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