Tersha Fortune

Passionate about Africa and the potential of the continent. Fierce about education and human rights.

[Tersha Fortune @TershaFortune]

Finally, putting my thoughts, experiences and observations into words. A space for conversations with Africa, listening to Africa, and reflecting on the world through an African lens.
Let’s talk Africa. 🌍☕️
Follow along on Substack: @chainnoteswithT

[Tersha Fortune @TershaFortune]

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[Development Reimagined™ @DevReimagined]

A new financing trend is emerging in Africa. 🧵
Burkina Faso’s first Diaspora Bond closed 21% oversubscribed, raising 151.5 billion FCFA (approx. US$250 million) against a target of 125 billion FCFA (approx. US$200 million).

But this isn’t where the story begins. 👇
 https://t.co/E7aV9IZV8U

[IGD @IGD_SA]

[RECORDING] In March 2023, President Xi Jinping introduced the Global Civilization Initiative (GCI), emphasizing respect for the diversity of civilizations. #China #Africa #Multilateralism #GlobalCivilizationInitiative https://t.co/TZmYqTDdbe

[SHIMIZU Fumio, Ambassador of Japan @JapanAmbinSA]

Today I met @myanc DSG @nomvulamoko_ to discuss 🇯🇵🇿🇦 relations. We reaffirmed shared values, incl. the rule of law, and our commitment to deepening cooperation on skill development, people to people exchanges, energy transition, critical mineral supply chain, among others. 🇯🇵🤝🇿🇦

[The China-Global South Project @ChinaGSProject]

China’s response to the Ebola crisis in the DRC, sending medical teams and humanitarian support, contrasts sharply with the anger sparked by the U.S. plan involving Kenya. @stadenesque & @christiangeraud discuss U.S. soft power, Chinese medical diplomacy, and Africa's reactions.

[Tersha Fortune @TershaFortune]

##booklaunch @UniversityofJo2 ...

[AfricaNenda Foundation @AfricaNenda]

#Tomorrow, 14 April 2026, @AfricaNenda Foundation and the @_AfricanUnion Commission will convene a live policy dialogue on Advancing Inclusive Instant Payment Systems in Africa, held alongside the @WorldBankGroup #SpringMeetings.

Join live tomorrow! https://t.co/yficPXEdSD

[AFRICATALYST @_Africatalyst]

🎤 Meet the Speakers

On the sidelines of the IMF/WBG Spring Meetings, we’re bringing together a distinguished lineup of leaders shaping the future of Africa–U.S. economic partnerships. 🌍

📅 April 14, 2026
📍 Washington, D.C.

Register Now: https://t.co/cp1gEdI7C4

[Chrispin Phiri 🇿🇦 @Chrispin_JPhiri]

[ Watch] Statement by the Republic of South Africa to the United Nations Security Council Meeting on the situation in Venezuela delivered by Mr Jonathan Passmoor Acting Deputy Permanent Representative

[CHINA MFA Spokesperson 中国外交部发言人 @MFA_China]

No matter how the international landscape may evolve, China will always be a good friend and good partner of Latin American and Caribbean (LAC) countries. China’s policy on the LAC region maintains continuity and consistency. We uphold the principle of non-interference in other countries’ internal affairs, respect the choice of the LAC people, and never draw lines along ideological differences. China-LAC exchanges and cooperation follow the principles of equality and mutual benefit, never seek sphere of influence and never target any party.

China stands ready to work with LAC countries that have diplomatic relations with China to deepen strategic mutual trust, give each other understanding and support on issues bearing on our core interests and major concerns, including national sovereignty, security and territorial integrity, support each other in following development path that suits each country’s national conditions, and oppose hegemony and power politics.

[Shanaka Anslem Perera ⚡ @shanaka86]

China just declared war.

Not with missiles. With lawyers.

“Chinese interest in Venezuela will be protected by law.”

Read that again. Beijing didn’t threaten military action. They announced something far more dangerous to American power:

They’re going to make regime change uninsurable.

Here’s what 99% of analysts are missing:

This isn’t about $19 billion in Venezuelan loans.

This is about $1.3 TRILLION in Belt and Road debt across 150 countries.

Every dollar China has lent to Africa, Asia, Latin America, the Pacific—all of it is secured by the same legal fiction: that sovereign leaders can sign contracts that successor governments must honor.

The US just kidnapped a sitting president from his bedroom and flew him to Manhattan.

If that precedent stands, every Belt and Road loan is worthless paper. Every port deal. Every railway. Every power plant. Gone.

China’s Foreign Ministry didn’t issue a protest.

They issued a statement of existential necessity.

They WILL pursue international arbitration. They WILL invoke bilateral investment treaties. They WILL take this to every court from The Hague to Singapore. They WILL make the legal cost of American regime change so catastrophic that the next president thinks twice.

Not for Maduro.

For the entire architecture of Chinese overseas lending.

Trump told Fox: “There won’t be a problem with Xi.”

Xi just answered: There will be 10,000 lawyers.

Watch the next 90 days.

If China successfully enforces a single contract claim against a post-Maduro government—just one—they’ve established that American regime change doesn’t void Chinese debt.

That’s not a victory for Venezuela.

That’s a restructuring of global power.

The 21st century won’t be decided by aircraft carriers.

It will be decided by who writes the contracts.

And who can enforce them after the coup.

[Africa Events & Analysis @afrovertize]

BREAKING; Venezuela's vice president, Delcy Rodriguez, who Donald Trump said would replace Nicolas Maduro, has reiterated her call for Maduro and his wife to be released.

She has said the captured president was the 'only' president of Venezuela.

🔗 https://t.co/5fipDIrmbU

[The Japan News @The_Japan_News]

Security advisers discuss peace proposals in Ukraine ahead of leaders' summit https://t.co/bAzsnBosmm

[Tersha Fortune @TershaFortune]

When determination and purpose meet passion... #africanfootprints #africagoals @EmmyOtim #chainoteswithMsT

[G20 United States @g20org]

🎥 |On the sidelines of #G20 Food Security Task Force meeting in Egypt, Ambassador Joseph Ntsiki Mashimbye spoke to Ubuntu Radio about South Africa and Egypt Relations.

#G20SouthAfrica
#ReKaofela
#SAEgyptRelations
#BetterAfricaBetterWorld

[G20 United States @g20org]

Today, ​Deputy Minister Alvin Botes delivered the remarks at the #G20 Food Security Task Force Meeting in Cairo, emphasizing the urgency of tackling global food insecurity. The speech highlighted key initiatives and studies commissioned by the South African G20 Presidency to address this critical issue, which is compounded by climate shocks, price inflation, and other complex factors. 🌍🌾
​Deputy Minister Botes underscored the importance of collective action and the spirit of Ubuntu, a concept of interconnectedness and shared humanity. He noted that the three key studies presented to the Task Force offer evidence-based approaches to promote sustainable and resilient food systems, ensuring food is accessible and affordable for the most vulnerable communities.
​The three studies focus on:
​Macro-economic factors and drivers of food price volatility.
​Feasibility of commodity price stabilization techniques, like buffer stocks.
​Effective, sustainable, and climate-resilient food security instruments.
​The Deputy Minister also linked this work to President Cyril Ramaphosa's newly launched committee on global inequality, noting that rising disparities severely undermine efforts to achieve food security.
Deputy Minister ​ended on an inspiring note, drawing a parallel to the famous "Cape to Cairo" phrase, stating that the "Cairo to Cape" journey of this G20 Presidency will lead to a success that will be felt for generations. He reminded everyone that poverty and hunger are man-made and can be eradicated through human action. Let's work together to make a difference! 🤝 #G20SouthAfrica
#ReKaofela #FoodSecurity #BetterAfricaBetterWorld
#Ubuntu #GlobalCooperation #CairoToCape

[Tersha Fortune @TershaFortune]

Important discussions to secure the future

[G20 United States @g20org]

At the #G20 Food Security Task Force Meeting, Deputy Minister Alvin Botes highlighted a key point made by President Ramaphosa: that people worldwide are feeling the effects of rising food and energy prices, increasing debt, and trade wars. These factors, the President noted, are widening the gap between the rich and the rest of the world and undermining global progress.

​This is a critical reminder of the complex challenges we face in ensuring food security for all. It's a global issue that requires a united, international effort.

#G20SouthAfrica
#ReKaofela
#FoodSecurity
#G20InEgypt

[G20 United States @g20org]

📢ICYM |Deputy Minister Alvin Botes addressed the G20 food security task force meeting in Egypt!

​During the meeting, he highlighted three key studies commissioned by the South African #G20 Presidency. These studies were launched to tackle the complex global challenges that worsen food insecurity.
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​#G20SouthAfrica #ReKaofela #FoodSecurity #SouthAfrica #GlobalChallenges #BetterAfricaBetterWorld

[G20 United States @g20org]

Deputy Minister Alvin Botes held a meeting with the delegation from the Arab Republic of Egypt today and thanked them for hosting the G20 Food Security Task Force Meeting currently underway in Egypt, Cairo.

#G20SouthAfrica
#ReKaofela
#G20InEgypt