16th BRICS Summit: A new era for African engagement and multilateralism

The 16th BRICS summit, taking place in Kazan from October 22 to 24, marks a crucial moment for the emerging economies group, especially with the inclusion of five new members: Egypt, Ethiopia, Iran, Saudi Arabia, and the UAE.This expansion aims to bolster the significance of BRICS by enhancing participation from strong emerging economies.Dr. Emmanuel Matambo, Director of the Centre for China Africa Studies at the University of Johannesburg, highlights key distinctions of this summit, notably its setting in Russia amid the ongoing conflict in Ukraine.”This will be the first summit under…