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U.S.–South Africa Minerals Talks: Washington and Pretoria held their highest-level 2026 meeting in Johannesburg to explore early-stage critical mineral deals, aiming to diversify supply chains away from China’s rare-earth pressure. France Reset in Africa: Macron told RFI he’s “reinventing” ties after nine years, shifting from aid to investment and pushing a €23bn Africa plan framed as “partnership of equals.” Africa Forward Fallout: Civil society groups backed the Nairobi declaration but warned that climate and development promises won’t land without community-centred delivery and equity. South Africa Health Push: The health budget rose to R64.8bn for 2026/27, with infrastructure upgrades and new HIV prevention momentum, including a long-acting injection rollout from June 5. Energy & Jobs: France-Africa leaders also spotlighted clean energy deals, including Kenya’s sustainable aviation fuel push. Xenophobia Debate: Ghanaian journalist Kwesi Pratt Jnr dismissed claims foreigners “take jobs,” blaming unemployment and misinformation instead. Business Moves: Airtel Africa stake consolidation advanced via a Bharti share swap.

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