Facing trade uncertainty, New Brunswick hopes to strengthen ties with francophone Africa

Seeking new markets, New Brunswick sets its sights on six African countries to expand its global economic footprint

1 Jul 2025 • 4 min read

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New Brunswick is expected to build economic ties by leaning on established sectors and existing infrastructure. (Graham Hughes/The Canadian Press)

Monique Kasonga

Monique Kasonga is a Montreal-based investigative journalism intern. She is a recent BA graduate from McGill University in History and Political Science with a minor in Communication Studies.

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