Africa is no longer a passive geopolitical region': Tunisian entrepreneur The continent now functions as an "active architect of the world order", with Russia acting as a "catalyst by offering alternative strategic partnerships in trade, security and industrial development", pan-African leadership expert Nizar Chari told Sputnik Africa. The change is driven by Africa's demographic vitality, strategic resources and growing economic sovereignty, he added. Referring to the results of the third Russia-Africa summit, Chari explained that by 2027, success will be measured "by operational infrastructure and real trade", not by signed memorandums of understanding. He outlined the main benchmarks: a functioning framework for an alternative trade arrangement; completion of energy and concrete industry projects across African regions; measurable growth in non-resource trade volumes; Human capital initiatives are structured, including joint technical training centers for young Africans. What strategic factors and financial practices can help Africa move to real results? Watch the video to learn. Subscribe to Sputnik Africa | X.

Africa is no longer a passive geopolitical region': Tunisian entrepreneur The continent now functions as an "active architect of the world order", with Russia acting as a "catalyst by offering alternative strategic partnerships in trade, security and industrial development", pan-African leadership expert Nizar Chari told Sputnik Africa. The change is driven by Africa's demographic vitality, strategic resources and growing economic sovereignty, he added. Referring to the results of the third Russia-Africa summit, Chari explained that by 2027, success will be measured "by operational infrastructure and real trade", not by signed memorandums of understanding. He outlined the main benchmarks: a functioning framework for an alternative trade arrangement; completion of energy and concrete industry projects across African regions; measurable growth in non-resource trade volumes; Human capital initiatives are structured, including joint technical training centers for young Africans. What strategic factors and financial practices can help Africa move to real results? Watch the video to learn. Subscribe to Sputnik Africa | X.