BRICS charts new paths for Africa's development

Group could help drive industrialization and create jobs in continent, experts say

As the multipolar world order takes shape, even as more African countries join BRICS, experts have called for more interactions between African nations and BRICS, as the grouping offers the continent numerous opportunities conducive to their economic growth.

Krish Chetty, senior research manager at the Human Sciences Research Council, a South Africa-based research agency and policy think tank, said BRICS offers a significant market for Africa's resources, consequently increasing its competitiveness.

BRICS, particularly China through the Belt and Road Initiative, is interested in Africa's manufacturing sector and infrastructure development, which could drive industrialization and potentially create much-needed jobs for the continent, Chetty said.