November 06
Africa: Panel Weighs in On Trump's Election Victory and What It Means for America, South Africa, Africa and the World
Daily Maverick
In a Daily Maverick webinar about the US 2024 election, a panel of experts examined what happened, why it happened and what it might mean for the US, South Africa and the world. Read more »
Africa: America Chooses a New Role in the World [analysis]
Chatham House
Donald Trump's election victory will bring immediate costs for US allies, says Bronwen Maddox, and will remake the map of American partnership. Read more »
Africa: Unesco Urges More Action to Combat Violence and Bullying At School
UN News
Nearly one in three students worldwide says they have been physically attacked at least once during the year, the UN educational and cultural organization UNESCO said on Wednesday. Read more »
Africa: Why Rwanda Leads in Affordable Internet for Africa's Digital Nomads
New Times
If you're among the many people working remotely or travelling as a digital nomad, internet speed and affordability are likely at the top of your list when picking a destination. Read more »
Africa: Easing Travel Restrictions to Boost Intra-African Trade
Africa Renewal
Calls intensify for countries to ease restrictions on movement of persons to boost AfCFTA implementation and regional integration. Read more »
Africa: Time to Clean Up Our Act: Africans Demand More Government Action On Environmental Protection, Regulation of Natural Resource Extraction
Afrobarometer
Two-thirds of citizens say environmental pollution is a serious problem in their communities. Read more »
Africa: African Philanthropy - Reflections On Equitable Giving [analysis]
African Arguments
Western imperialism arrived in Africa, dubiously, as philanthropy. In the 21st century, what is the meaning and impact of African philanthropy? Read more »
Africa: Bipartisan Cooperation Is Vital for Effective Transitional Justice in the U.S. [analysis]
ISS
The US can draw insights from Africa and other regions to transform its fragmented efforts into a national transitional justice process. Read more »
Africa: We Are Namibia, Not South Africa Nor Botswana [opinion]
New Era
We have seen seismic political changes in both South Africa and Botswana, some of which were projected, others that came as a surprise even to the then-incumbent and succeeding… Read more »
Africa: Africa to Generate $6.8bn Annually With Refineries for Lithium, Nickel, Others - Report
Daily Trust
A newly released report by the British Deputy High Commission in Nigeria has shown that with just one high-quality refinery for minerals such as lithium, nickel, manganese and… Read more »
Africa: Sic Transit Gloria Mundi - Preserving the Cultural Heritage
IPS
More durable than bronze, higher than Pharaoh's Read more »
Africa: Pandemic Treaty Talks Should Prioritise Substance Over Speed So That Equity Is Not Sacrificed
Daily Maverick
If the negotiators rush to conclude talks on the treaty with the existing proposals, the Global South will not be in a better position to respond when the next pandemic comes. Read more »
Africa: Aftermath Festival Management Residency Programme, Pawstudios Africa Set for 'Lagos Fringe 2024'
Premium Times
Pawstudios Africa is a pioneering incubator hub that elevates African storytelling and creativity through diverse arts and culture programmes. Read more »
Africa: India and China Vie for Leadership of the Global South - The Choice Hinges On Africa's Priorities and Values
Daily Maverick
Which of the two countries is better placed to champion Africa's developmental aspirations? Read more »
Africa: Trump Pushes Ahead of Harris With Second Swing State Win
Vanguard
Donald Trump pushed closer to victory over Kamala Harris on Wednesday, leaving the Democrat the narrowest of remaining paths to stop him scoring a stunning political comeback in… Read more »
November 05
Africa: Misinformation Really Does Spread Like a Virus, Suggest Mathematical Models Drawn From Epidemiology [analysis]
The Conversation Africa
We're increasingly aware of how misinformation can influence elections. About 73% of Americans report seeing misleading election news, and about half struggle to discern what is… Read more »
Africa: WHO Identifies 17 Pathogens As Top Priorities for New Vaccine Development
UN News
A new study by the World Health Organization (WHO) lists 17 bacteria, viruses and parasites that regularly cause disease as top priorities for new vaccine development. Read more »
Africa: African Countries Shouldn't Have to Borrow Money to Fix Climate Damage They Never Caused - Economist [analysis]
The Conversation Africa
As we approach the global annual climate change conference, COP29, the need for increased public finance from the global north to address climate adaptation in Africa has become… Read more »
Africa: India and China Vie for Leadership of the Global South [analysis]
ISS
Which of the two countries is better placed to champion Africa's developmental aspirations? Read more »
Africa: World Holds Breath As U.S. Election May Redefine Global Order
Business Day Africa
The world is watching closely as Americans head to the polls on Tuesday in a high-stakes election that could shift the global balance of power, with the potential for profound… Read more »
Africa: Voices From the Margins - Small-Scale Fishers Demand Rights, Recognition At COP16
IPS
Small-scale fishers play a fundamental role in feeding people--they use sustainable methods of catching and processing fish products and are a significant force in the employment… Read more »
Africa: Stopping Mpox - Wild Meat Markets Are a Root Cause and Must Be Made Safer [analysis]
The Conversation Africa
In many countries around the world, wild animals are sometimes killed for food, including monkeys, rats and squirrels. Read more »
Africa: Africa's Cities Are Growing Chaotically Fast, but There's Still Time to Get Things Right - Insights From Experts [analysis]
The Conversation Africa
Cities are vital engines of economic growth, innovation and social progress. They shape the futures of nations and the lives of millions. Read more »
Africa: With Little Progress At COP16 Biodiversity Summit, Africa Demands More Action
RFI
Home to diverse ecosystems like primary forests, peatlands and mangroves, Africa nevertheless faces severe biodiversity degradation. Despite the recent Cop16 conference in Colombia… Read more »
Africa: How Elon Musk, the South African, Brought African Politics to America [opinion]
Capital FM
In the lead-up to the 2024 U.S. presidential election, one Africa-born figure stands out. A man who applies distinctly-African political strategies to the American landscape: Elon… Read more »
