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The New Guard
Madagascar, Morocco, Cameroon

Every Wednesday, Africa Intelligence spotlights a new generation of movers and shakers in business and politics.

MadagascarAntoine Rajerison, the MP who would be president

MoroccoMahassine el Amrani Omari, speaking out for better education for all

CameroonPatrick Ebongue, building bridges between French and African music talent

DRC, Ghana, Guinea
American Chamber of Commerce serves as matchmaker in mining sector

Amcham Africa's management is set to take advantage of the yearly IMF and World Bank gatherings to introduce African ministers to US investors, very much in line with the Trump administration's probusiness policy.

Guinea
With Simandou trains ready to roll, Compagnie du Transguinéen left on the platform

Owned by the Guinean state and two consortiums that will exploit the huge Simandou iron ore deposit, the CGT is far from taking over the management of the mining project's rail and port infrastructure, which is still mainly in the hands of Chinese groups.

Nigeria
Lobbying by Biafran independence activists behind Ted Cruz's genocide accusations

Accusations from American Republicans against the Nigerian government relating to the genocide of Christians have increased in recent days. Behind the scenes, a lobbying firm is promoting this narrative.

Sudan
Trump dreams of peace deal in Egypt

The president's team are hoping to organise talks between the Sudanese warring factions in Cairo, in the hope of securing substantial mining concessions. A US delegation from the private sector is due to arrive in Port Sudan in the coming days.

Kenya
Searching for a delicate balance, Kenya Airways suspends its Boeing-only plan

The Kenyan carrier is facing significant delays in obtaining aircraft and spare parts from Boeing. While waiting for a new investor, the group will continue to operate with a hybrid fleet.

Madagascar
SADC sends mediation delegation to Antananarivo

Given the critical situation in Madagascar, with the military taking power and Andry Rajoelina fleeing, the Southern African Development Community has decided to urgently send in a delegation.

Morocco
Nasser Bourita marches to beat of own drum at ministry

With strong support from the palace, the Moroccan minister of foreign affairs benefits from considerable freedom to organise his cabinet and conduct his activities as he sees fit.

Morocco
Royal palace "favourite geek" Zaki Narjisse's lucrative deals

While his company Netopia Solutions is developing the application that will enable Moroccans to purchase tickets for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations to be held in the country, the Moroccan businessman has seen his reputation tarnished by bad publicity.