South Africa: Cape Town Port Fully Operational After Delays In Container Offloads

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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Africa: Eye Health Advocate Hortance Manjo Shuwon Championing Equity in Africa

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

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

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?

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

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

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

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

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

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

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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Africa: Empowering African Small-Scale Farmers, Especially Women, to Adapt to Climate Crisis

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

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

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

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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Africa: WHO Director-General Dr. Tedros Honoured with Lifetime Achievement Award in Public Health

In recognition of his unwavering dedication to advancing global health and his transformative leadership during unprecedented crises, Dr. Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus,… Read more »

Africa: African Leaders Gather to Break Barriers, Reposition Continent in Global Health

Africa is on a mission to strengthen its healthcare systems and become more self-reliant in public health. Read more »

Africa: Africa's Call to Action - The Nairobi Declaration and Community-Led Initiatives

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Niger: Law Against Transporting Migrants Repealed in Niger

The military administration of Niger repealed anti-migration legislation that helped in lowering the number of West Africans travelling to Europe, but was despised by residents of… Read more »

Kenya: Kenyan Court Strikes Down 1,5% Housing Tax

The Kenya High Court declared a 1.5% housing levy that was imposed by the government as part of a finance law in July 2023, unconstitutional, reports BBC News. Read more »

South Africa: 11 Miners Killed in Accident at Platinum Mine

Eleven miners died in an incident at the Impala Rustenburg platinum mine in the North West province of South Africa, according to Implats,  one of the world's foremost… Read more »

South Africa: Miners Die in Safety Incident in North West Province - South African News Briefs - November 28, 2023

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