December 04, 2023
Africa: End Child Marriage - 'Ensure Perpetrators Are Blamed and Shamed, And Not The Girl'
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Africa: When Graca Machel, Michelle Obama, Melinda French Gates and Amal Clooney Walk into a Room ...
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... they're there to speak about ending child marriage in this generation, not 10 years from now. (The panel discussion was moderated by Redi Tlhabi, South African journalist and… Read more »
South Africa: Nelson Mandela's Johannesburg Home Now Derelict, Deserted - South African News Briefs - December 04, 2023
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December 02, 2023
Africa: Catalyzing Momentum for Health Negotiations at COP28 [guest column]
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By now, there is no doubt that the climate crisis is a significant health crisis affecting people across the globe. This might be obvious to some but to others,… Read more »
December 01, 2023
South Africa: Zimbabweans, Basotho With Exemption Permits Can Stay in South Africa Until 2025
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Home Affairs Minister Aaron Motsoaledi announced that Zimbabwean Exemption Permit (ZEP) and Lesotho Exemption Permit (LEP) holders may remain in South African until the end of… Read more »
Guinea Bissau: Midnight Gunfire in Guinea-Bissau Capital Lasts into Morning
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Gunfire that reportedly broke out in Bissau on Thursday night continued into Friday morning with circumstances of the shooting remaining unclear. Read more »
South Africa: Cape Town Port Fully Operational After Delays In Container Offloads
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Operations have returned to normal at the Port of Cape Town after reported delays experienced in the past two weeks. Read more »
South Africa: Heatwave Breaks Temperature Records for November - South African News Briefs - December 1, 2023
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November 30, 2023
Africa: Eye Health Advocate Hortance Manjo Shuwon Championing Equity in Africa
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Vision is more than just seeing clearly; it's a gateway to the world, influencing health, prosperity, and opportunities. Yet, millions grapple with impaired sight, facing barriers… Read more »
Africa: As the World Watches, Africa Rises to Face the Infectious Disease Epidemic
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The battle against infectious diseases neglected tropical diseases (NTDs), and antimicrobial resistance (AMR) in Africa is a critical and complex issue that requires urgent… Read more »
Africa: Moving Africa's 'Just Transition' Forward [guest column]
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Despite contributing a mere 4% of global greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, Africa disproportionately bears the brunt of climate change’s devasting impacts. In fact, Just… Read more »
Angola: Is White House Re-Framing Shared Values Ahead of Angola Visit? [guest column]
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The recent statement from White House Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre on the visit of the President of Angola could mark a significant development in messaging on the bilateral… Read more »
Uganda: Regional Court Throws Out Multi-Billion EACOP Challenge
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On Wednesday, November 29, 2023, a regional court reportedly dismissed a legal challenge to a multibillion-dollar oil pipeline project between Tanzania and Uganda, which has drawn… Read more »
Congo-Kinshasa: EU Cancels Election Observation Mission in DR Congo
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The European Union cancelled its election monitoring mission for the general elections scheduled for December 20 in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, due to security concerns,… Read more »
Sudan: Sudanese Army General Accuses UAE of Supporting Rapid Support Forces' Militia
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A senior Sudanese general for the first time, openly accused the United Arab Emirates (UAE) of supplying weapons to its paramilitary opponent, the Rapid Support Forces… Read more »
Uganda: Court Date Set For Hearing Petition Against Uganda's Anti-Gay Law
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The Constitutional Court scheduled December 11, 2023 as the date to start hearing four petitions opposing the validity of the Anti-Homosexuality Law 2023, Daily Monitor reports. Read more »
Tunisia: Jailed Opposition Leader Abir Moussi Goes On Hunger Strike
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Abir Moussi, a prominent adversary of Tunisian President Kais Saied, began a hunger strike in prison on Tuesday, November 28, in protest of what her attorneys claims is an… Read more »
South Africa: Officials 'Frustrated' Over Delay in Vote on National Health Insurance Bill
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The National Council of Provinces (NCOP) elected to delay a vote on the controversial National Health Insurance (NHI) Bill after a recommendation in a letter by NCOP chairperson… Read more »
South Africa: Central Bank Plans for 'Improbable But Not Impossible' Power Grid Collapse - South African News Briefs - November 30, 2023
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November 29, 2023
Africa: Empowering African Small-Scale Farmers, Especially Women, to Adapt to Climate Crisis [guest column]
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As the world gears up for COP28, one stark reality cannot be ignored: global efforts to combat the climate emergency are falling short, and vulnerable communities in developing… Read more »
Africa: What Africa Needs to End Uphill Battle Against Infectious Diseases, NTDs, and AMR
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As the world moves towards a growing prevalence of non-communicable diseases and mental health concerns, Africa faces a dual challenge of addressing these emerging health threats… Read more »
South Africa: Crisis in South Africa As 60,000 Containers Stuck at Sea
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Numerous vessels are awaiting clearance from the port of Durban, which handles more than 60% of the country's container cargo, according to the South African Association of Freight… Read more »
Sierra Leone: 20 People Dead In Sierra Leone's Failed Coup Attempt
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A failed coup attempt was the reason behind a series of attacks on military facilities and prisons over the weekend, according to government and police sources in Sierra Leone, Al… Read more »
South Africa: Witnesses to Deadly Johannesburg Fire Might Be Deported - South African News Briefs - November 29, 2023
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November 28, 2023
Africa: WHO Director-General Dr. Tedros Honoured with Lifetime Achievement Award in Public Health
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In recognition of his unwavering dedication to advancing global health and his transformative leadership during unprecedented crises, Dr. Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus,… Read more »
