TOKYO: This week on Focus on Africa, the spotlight turns to Japan’s growing engagement with Africa, the high-profile conviction of Chad’s former prime minister, and new scientific discoveries shaping wildlife conservation on the continent.
At a global summit on economic development, Japan pledged to deepen trade and investment ties with African nations.
Analysts say stronger Africa Japan partnerships could unlock opportunities in infrastructure, technology transfer, and renewable energy key drivers of the continent’s economic growth. But how can African economies maximize these partnerships to achieve sustainable development?
Meanwhile, in Chad, former prime minister Succès Masra has been sentenced to 20 years in prison after being convicted of hate speech, xenophobia, and incitement to violence.
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The ruling follows deadly intercommunal clashes that prosecutors say were triggered by his rhetoric. We explore Masra’s political rise, the tensions behind the violence, and what this means for Chad’s stability.
Also in the programme, researchers have confirmed that Africa is home to four distinct species of giraffe, a discovery that could transform conservation strategies. Understanding these genetic differences is crucial for protecting populations that have been declining across the continent.
