April 03
Africa: A Harvest for Hunger in Rural Zimbabwe
Global Press Journal
A unique communal garden known as a zunde ramambo, or "chief's granary," is an old idea getting new life -- with a timeless power to support the vulnerable. Read more »
Africa: 'Shocking' Increase in Children Denied Aid in Conflicts
UN News
All warring parties must allow safe, swift and unfettered humanitarian access and protect civilian infrastructure, top UN officials told the Security Council on Wednesday. Read more »
Africa: What Topics Should 'Healthy Me, No Cap!' Cover?
DW
Enjoy our new show "Healthy Me, No cap!" and let us know your favorite topic for a chance to win a prize from DW. Read more »
Africa: UN Says Children Denied Access to Aid in World's War Zones
VOA
Children are being denied access to lifesaving humanitarian assistance in conflict zones around the world in a blatant disregard for international law, a senior U.N. official said… Read more »
Africa: Addressing Regulatory Challenges to Advance Local Manufacturing in Africa [press release]
Africa CDC
Local manufacturing and access to health products represent strategic pillars of the health and security agenda for the African continent. African leaders pledge to increase the… Read more »
Africa: Even Hands-Free, Phones and Their Apps Cause Dangerously Distracted Driving [analysis]
The Conversation Africa
Do you ever use your cellphone while driving? Don't feel too guilty about saying yes - nearly 60% of drivers admit to using their phone in hands-free mode while driving. Read more »
Africa: Food Security Issues in Asia
IPS
Asia has about 60% of the World's population but only about a third of the world's arable land. This region additionally has some of the most economically active countries with… Read more »
Africa: Stakeholders Convene in Uganda On Responsible Use of the Life Sciences [press release]
WHO
Uganda has taken proactive steps to mitigate biorisks and govern dual-use research by being a pioneer country in the WHO African Region to pilot the Global guidance framework for… Read more »
April 02
Africa: Affordable Stroke-Risk Screening Could Save the Lives of Many Children in Sub-Saharan Africa With Sickle Cell Disease [analysis]
The Conversation Africa
Most of the estimated 300,000 babies born every year with sickle cell disease, an inherited red blood cell disorder, live in sub-Saharan Africa in nations where there are few… Read more »
Africa: Scientific Racism's Roots in Colonization
DW
German anthropologists used Germany's colonial conquest in Africa to promulgate racist theory, and create racial hierarchies. While popular at the time, scientific racism became a… Read more »
Africa: Kwibuka30 - Africans Should Learn Lessons From Atrocities, Says AU
New Times
The 30th commemoration of the 1994 Genocide against the Tutsi in Rwanda should be an occasion for Africans to learn from history and prevent similar atrocities in the future, says… Read more »
Africa: AU's Membership of the G20 - Why the Pessimism? [opinion]
Premium Times
While there are legitimate concerns about the 'readiness' of the AU to significantly influence the G20 agenda, there is no basis for pessimism. Read more »
Africa: Challenges Faced By SIDS Cannot Be Tackled Without Focused Investment in Digital and Innovation
UNDP
The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) today released a report - Small Island Digital States: How Digital Can Catalyse SIDS Development, highlighting the transformative… Read more »
Africa: Africa Magic Viewer's Choice Awards Nominees Out
The Herald
Voting is now open for the 10th edition of the Africa Magic Viewers' Choice Awards, enabling viewers to have their say in who should win the prestigious awards at a glittering… Read more »
Africa: Africa Needs Robust Legal Framework to Fight Cybercrime
The Herald
As Africa, it is essential to reflect on the future implications of the evolving cyber threat landscape. Our continent is increasingly facing cyber threats due to rapid… Read more »
April 01
Africa: Liberating the Land - From Africa to Palestine
People's Dispatch
In Palestine and across the African continent, national liberation from colonialism is incomplete without sovereignty over the land Read more »
Africa: Undersea Cables Are the Unseen Backbone of the Global Internet [analysis]
The Conversation Africa
Have you ever wondered how an email sent from New York arrives in Sydney in mere seconds, or how you can video chat with someone on the other side of the globe with barely a hint… Read more »
Africa: Africa's PhDs - Study Shows How to Develop Strong Graduates Who Want to Make a Difference [analysis]
The Conversation Africa
The challenge for universities is to produce graduates who can work with others to produce knowledge and research that can change institutions and societies for the better. Read more »
Africa: El Niño Disasters - Govts Know What's Coming, but Are Unprepared - What Must Change [analysis]
The Conversation Africa
Drought disasters in southern Africa are mainly attributed to a lack of preparedness, inadequate response and mitigation and poor risk reduction measures. With little to no… Read more »
Africa: Season 16 of Afropop - the Ultimate Cultural Exchange Series, Premiering Monday, April 1
Afropop
AfroPoP: The Ultimate Cultural Exchange, the award-winning series by Black Public Media (BPM) and WORLD, debuts season 16 on Monday, April 1. The series, renowned for its powerful… Read more »
Africa: Made in Africa - Africa's Fashion Redefining Narratives About the Continent
IPS
It is a new dawn as Africa's high fashion industry enters an era defined and driven by young African fashion designers. As they take to the global stage, the young creatives are… Read more »
Africa: African Countries to Dominate the World's Top 10 Growing Economies, ECA Report
New Zimbabwe
AFRICAN countries are predicted to dominate the world's top 10 highest growing economies in 2024, according to a report on Recent Economic and Social Developments in Africa by the… Read more »
Africa: After 10 Years of Work, Landmark Study Reveals New 'Tree of Life' for All Birds Living Today [analysis]
The Conversation Africa
The largest-ever study of bird genomes has produced a remarkably clear picture of the bird family tree. Published in the journal Nature today, our study shows that most of the… Read more »
Africa: Where Is the Money?
UNDP
Financing the SDGs in Small Island Developing States Read more »
March 31
Africa: Digital Trade Protocol for Africa - Why It Matters, What's in It and What's Still Missing [analysis]
The Conversation Africa
In February 2024, African heads of states adopted a draft protocol to regulate digital trade within the continent. This significant yet challenging course for Africa's digital… Read more »