May 18, 2023
Africa: UN Predicts Next Five Years to Be Hottest on Record #AfricaClimateCrisis
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A damning new report from the World Meteorological Organisation (WMO) warns millions around the world that the hottest years on record will happen within five years. Read more »
South Africa: Govt Seeks 'Technicalities' to Avoid Fallout if Putin Visits - South African News Briefs - May 18, 2023
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May 17, 2023
Africa: Better Use of Resources Key to Focusing on Care for Preterm and Newborn Babies [interview]
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Every 2 seconds, a baby is born too soon. Every 40 seconds, one of those babies dies, according to a report released by United Nations agencies and partners titled Born Too Soon:… Read more »
South Africa: Ramaphosa to Head African Leaders' Mission to End War in Ukraine - South African News Briefs - May 17, 2023
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May 16, 2023
Tanzania: Why Tanzania's President Suluhu Hassan is Reviving Constitution-Writing Process
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President Samia Suluhu Hassan took over as the country's first-ever women president two years ago, changing the Tanzanian political space. Since Suluhu Hassan has made… Read more »
South Africa: Ruling Party Seeks Meeting with U.S. Ambassador Over Russia Arms Claims - South African News Briefs - May 16, 2023
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May 15, 2023
Africa: The Global Health System Needs a Re-Think [guest column]
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The world is facing significant demographic changes. In addition, we are more at risk for new infectious outbreaks than ever before. Climate change threatens to make all these… Read more »
Somalia: Massive Flooding Forces 200,000 People to Flee Homes in Somalia
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At least 200,000 people were displaced due to flash flooding in central Somalia as the Shabelle River burst its banks and submerged roads, reports AFP. Read more »
South Africa: Eastern Cape Premier's PhD Proposal Was Fake, Report Says - South African News Briefs - May 15, 2023
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May 14, 2023
South Africa: Diplomatic Spat Over 'Russian Weapons Transfer' Rises to Cabinet Level
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The South African and United States Cabinet officials responsible for foreign affairs have stepped into the diplomatic row over the alleged transfer in South Africa of weapons to a… Read more »
May 12, 2023
Kenya: Govt to Spend Close to a Billion U.S. Dollars on New Trains, Railway Overhaul
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The government has reportedly announced plans to invest about U.S.$731 million to revamp the Nairobi-Mombasa standard gauge railway (SGR), build new sidings, and buy more… Read more »
Africa: The Groundbreaking Solution to Stop More Women Dying of Postpartum Haemorrhage [interview]
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Postpartum haemorrhage (PPH) affects about 14 million women each year and claims the lives of around 70 000 women annually - mostly in low and middle-income countries - the… Read more »
South Africa: Mining Production Slows, Diamonds and Platinum Hit Hardest - South African News Briefs - May 12, 2023
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East Africa: CSOs Urge Leaders to Embrace Renewable Energy, Ditch Fossil Fuels [press release]
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The 10th East African Petroleum Conference and Exhibition 2023, which came to a close in Kampala yesterday, has drawn criticism from Civil Society Organizations (CSOs) in the… Read more »
May 11, 2023
Africa: Why the Climate Crisis Matters - A Call to Action [opinion]
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It's no secret that our planet is facing a climate crisis. Read more »
Africa: Will COP28 Live Up to Africa's Huge Expectations? #AfricaClimateCrisis
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The climate crisis cannot afford another round of negotiations that result in dragging down efforts to address it. Read more »
Africa: Global Health System Needs a Re-Think [opinion]
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The world is facing significant demographic changes. In addition, we are more at risk for new infectious outbreaks than ever before. Climate change threatens to make all these… Read more »
South Africa: A Dark Milestone - More Power Cuts in 2023 Than in 2022 - South African News Briefs - May 11, 2023
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May 10, 2023
South Africa: Police Deny Investigating Politicians For Corruption at Power Utility Eskom - South African News Briefs - May 10, 2023
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May 09, 2023
Tanzania: Tanzania Tackles Eye Health Crisis Head-On with Boresha Macho Project
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Millions of people are affected by a crisis that often goes unnoticed - the issue of eye health. Read more »
Africa: Keeping an Eye on Healthy Sight in Africa
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Eyes are often referred to as the windows to the soul, but are unfortunately also the gateway to a growing crisis that is casting a shadow over Africa's future. Read more »
Africa: African Excellence at the Pinnacle of the NBA's Postseason
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The National Basketball Association (NBA) in the United States, which has hundreds of players from across the globe - including Africa - is without a doubt the greatest level of… Read more »
South Africa: KwaZulu-Natal on High Alert for Potential Floods - South African News Briefs - May 9, 2023
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Ghana: Ghanaian Activist Swims 450km to Create Awareness on Water Pollution
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Fast fashion is a significant contributor to water contamination and pollution, and has a significant negative environmental impact on the world's water supply. Read more »
Senegal: Opposition Leader Sonko Gets Suspended Sentence for 'Insult'
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Senegalese opposition leader Ousmane Sonko was given a suspended six-month sentence in his appeal against a defamation and public insult conviction in the case between him and… Read more »
