Yokohama hosts 9th TICAD, strengthening Africa-Japan ties

Sep 09, 2025

Yokohama (Japan), Sep 09 (ANI): The 9th Tokyo International Conference on African Development (TICAD) was held in Yokohama, marking the fourth time the city has hosted the event. Participants included not only representatives from African nations and Japan, but also delegates from other Asian countries, partner nations, and international organizations. The African Clean Cities Platform (ACCP), representing 47 countries and 200 cities, also participated. The Mayor of Yokohama, Takeharu Yamanaka, announced contributions to the African Clean City initiative, drawing on Yokohama’s historical experience. At the business conference, Japanese companies and African nations showcased their strengths in technology, products, and other areas. Through years of effort, Yokohama has built a clean and comfortable city, serving as an ideal model for the future of African societies.