South Africa: Limpopo Province Records First Cholera Case - South African News Briefs - May 31, 2023

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Senegal: Tensions Rise While Awaiting Ousmane Sonko Verdict

The court is expected to rule on the rape case against Senegal opposition leader Ousmane Sonko. In the meantime, tension is rising in Dakar, where security forces reportedly… Read more »

South Africa: South Africa Grants Putin Diplomatic Immunity to Attend Brics Summit

South Africa's International Relations and Cooperation (Dirco) Minister Naledi Pandor gazetted a notice providing diplomatic immunity to officials attending the the BRICS summit in… Read more »

South Africa: Gauteng Province Identifies 275 High-Risk Schools - South African News Briefs - May 30, 2023

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Benin: Meet the Woman Whose Study of Insects Helps Prevent Neglected Tropical Diseases

Africa is on the brink of achieving a major victory over deadly diseases that have plagued its population for generations. With increased access to medical care, improved… Read more »

Africa: Promise of Health for All Hangs in the Balance – A Call to Action

Halfway to the target date for the realisation of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals, the promise of health for all hangs in the balance, making it more important… Read more »

South Africa: Testing Delays Impede Data Collection on Mumps Outbreak - South African News Briefs - May 29, 2023

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Zimbabwe: How Long Can Zimbabwe Go With FIFA Suspension in Place?

Football is the most popular sport in Zimbabwe although, in recent years, supporters have lost interest in the national league, primarily as a result of the underwhelming… Read more »

South Africa: Govt Calls for National Dialogue on Dysfunctional Coalitions - South African News Briefs - May 26, 2023

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South Africa: Former Mozambican Finance Minister Faces Extradition to U.S. After Failed South African Court Bid

South Africa's Constitutional Court has blocked an attempt by former Mozambican finance minister Manuel Chang to stop his extradition to the U.S. where he faces charges of grand… Read more »

South Africa: Power Utility Graft - Parliamentary Watchdog to Recall Former CEO - South African News Briefs - May 25, 2023

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Ethiopia: Buckingham Palace Rejects Request to Return Ethiopian Prince's Remains

Buckingham Palace has declined a request to repatriate the remains of Prince Alemayehu, an Ethiopian royal who was buried at Windsor Castle in the 19th century. Read more »

South Africa: Country Faces Critical Shortage of Nurses, Healthcare Network Says - South African News Briefs - May 24, 2023

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Ethiopia: Protesters Take to Tigray Streets Demanding Withdrawal of Foreign Forces, Return of Displaced People

Thousands of people in northern Ethiopia's Tigray region took to the streets on Tuesday, May 23, 2023 to demand the return of people displaced by a two-year war there. The… Read more »

Africa: French-Senegalese Director Ramata-Toulaye Sy Makes Waves at Cannes 2023

French-Senagalese film director and screenwriter Ramata-Toulaye Sy, 36, is the sole first-timer at Cannes 2023 - among seasoned film directors - vying for the coveted Palm d'Or at… Read more »

South Africa: 'Unauthorised' Biography of ActionSA Party Leader Herman Mashaba Pulled Off Market - South African News Briefs - May 23, 2023

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Africa: COP28 President-Designate Calls for Major Boost to Public and Private Climate Finance for African Nations

In an address today to the African Development Bank Annual Meeting,  the COP28 President-Designate, Dr. Sultan Al Jaber, called for a major boost to public and private… Read more »

South Africa: Opposition to Ask Watchdog to Probe Expenditure at Ministerial Houses - South African News Briefs - May 22, 2023

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Southern Africa: Zimbabwe's Woes Affecting Rest of Region - Chissano

The crisis in Zimbabwe is having “terrible consequences” for the whole of Southern Africa by delaying the building of roads, railways and power lines, says former… Read more »

Kenya: Ruto Gets Standing Ovation in South Africa But Kenyans Disagree

President William Ruto has been outspoken on the plight of African leaders at the hands of counterparts from the so-called developed world, saying that at times they are… Read more »

South Africa: Cold Winter Ahead as Stage 8 Blackouts Loom - South African News Briefs - May 19, 2023

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South Africa: Netflix's First African Animated Series Gets Release Date

The new animated series, Supa Team 4, follows four teen girls living in the neo-futuristic African city of Lusaka who are recruited by a retired secret agent still committed… Read more »

East Africa: Kenya to Build Three Additional Ships to Boost Oil Shipment to Uganda

Kenya is building three ships to guarantee daily trips to Uganda rather than the country's present weekly excursions, according to reports. Kenya's Energy and Petroleum Cabinet… Read more »

Nigeria: Unmasking Corruption - Examining Nigeria's 2023 Election Fallout

Nigeria transitioned to democracy in 1999, despite the persistence of insecurity, extreme poverty, and endemic corruption. Nevertheless, the country has conducted six national… Read more »

Africa: UN Urges Swift Action on Plastic Pollution Ahead of Treaty Talks - Report

The widespread use of plastics, as well as their long-lasting nature and improper disposal, is one of the most pressing environmental problems of our time. Read more »