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UK: 50 new monkeypox cases in biggest epidemic beyond Africa

British health officials have reported another 50 cases of monkeypox across the country, for a total of 574 cases

The Independent UK

Did Polish police open fire on African refugees fleeing Ukraine?

Since the start of the war in Ukraine, over 7 million people have fled the country. Multiple reports have outlined the specific difficulties that African refugees faced as they attempted to cross the Polish border and enter the European Union. Georgina Robertson and Sophie Samaille take a look at a…

France 24

Tunisia at standstill as general strike paralyses country

Tunisia has ground to a halt under strike action, with skyrocketing inflation and unpopular reforms sending tens of thousands into the streets. We hear more from our correspondent in Tunis. Also, many Nigerians who fled to neighbouring Niger under the tyranny of Boko Haram are being called on to return…

France 24

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Europe Interested in Electrical Linkage with Egypt

Egyptian Minister of Electricity and Renewable Energy Mohamed Shaker discussed with EU Commissioner for Energy Kadri Simpson ways to support and boost cooperation between the Egyptian electricity and renewable energy sector and the European Energy Commission. The Commission is interested in the electrical linkage between the EU, Africa, and the…

Asharq Al-Awsat

EXPLAINER: The scandal engulfing South Africa's president

South African President Cyril Ramaphosa could face criminal charges and is already facing calls to step down over claims that he tried to cover up the theft of millions of dollars in U.S. currency that was hidden inside furniture at his game farm

The Independent UK

Commentary: To beat Russian influence in Africa, the West must offer something better

Russia’s growing engagement in Africa is gaining attention. The Wagner Group, a shady mercenary organization, is the centerpiece of this activity. Since 2015, it has become an important security player in at least a half-dozen countries across the continent. The Russian government denies any connection, but Wagner is widely believed…

Chicago Tribune

AP Week in Pictures: Europe and Africa

JUNE 10 – JUNE 16, 2022

The Independent UK

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Bitcoin Can Bring Long-Term Prosperity: CAR President

Understanding Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) is crucial to acknowledge its disruptive power to bring long-term prosperity, according to Faustin-Archange Touadera, President of the Central African Republic (CAR).

Benzinga

EXPLAINER: Why Rwanda and Congo are sliding toward war again

The threat of war with neighboring Congo is simmering under the tidy surface of Rwanda’s capital as the East African nation hosts the British prime minister and other world leaders next week for the Commonwealth summit

The Independent UK

What the 100-year-old Makerere University in Uganda reveals about culture

Makerere University, which marks its centenary this year, is well-known as the oldest university in East Africa and as a cradle of political elites. Its alumni include presidents and prime ministers – among them Joseph Kabila (Democratic Republic of Congo), Julius Nyerere and Benjamin Mkapa (Tanzania), Mwai Kibaki (Kenya), and…

The Conversation

WHO to get monkeypox tests for Africa, as new cases reported

Preparations for vaccination against monkeypox begin in Africa as it reported 1,597 cases and 66 deaths in 2022 so far.

Al Jazeera

As Rwanda hosts Commonwealth summit, bloc's role questioned

Expectations are high in Rwanda as the East African nation prepares to host the Commonwealth Heads of Government Summit

The Independent UK

Child Malnutrition Soars in Ethiopia as Drought Worsens

Tens of thousands of children in Ethiopia are suffering from the "most deadly" form of malnutrition as prolonged drought ravages the east and south of the country, British charity Save the Children said Thursday. Four consecutive rainy seasons have failed in the Horn of Africa, with a fifth also expected…

Asharq Al-Awsat

How a severe drought in Africa caused whitethroat population to drop

Weather event in 1968 that killed millions of birds was an early indication that world’s climate was changing

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The Independent UK

‘Like I was going to be executed’: On board the failed Rwanda deportation flight

Special Report: Taken from cells, restrained by harnesses and made to board a plane, only to be granted a last-minute reprieve by European judges. The asylum seekers that Boris Johnson wants to send to central Africa tell May Bulman and Bel Trew their harrowing stories

Reason

Public Health Officials Who Didn't Stop Global Monkeypox Outbreak Now Say the Name Is Problematic

The WHO said it will rename the virus after researchers complained that the current name is "stigmatizing" and "discriminatory."

The Guardian - UK

Eighteenth-century cockroach found in slave-trading ship ledger

Insect’s journey probably began in West Africa on vessel that sailed from La Rochelle in 1743 to Guinea

WEKU

The WHO wants to give monkeypox a new name

Scientists recently criticized the current name as "discriminatory and stigmatizing." They also say it's inaccurate to name versions of the virus after parts of Africa.

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Al Jazeera

Africa being ‘punished’ by fossil fuel investment ban – Niger

Niger’s leader criticised G7 decision to stop foreign fossil fuel investments after years exploiting natural resources.

The Conversation

Why it's crucial to safeguard the ancient practice of finding wild honey with birds

In parts of Africa, a small bird called the Greater Honeyguide (Indicator indicator) helps people search for honey. It approaches people and chatters and flies in the direction of a wild bees’ nest, urging the person to follow. When bird and human reach the nest together, the human honey-hunter knows…

The Guardian - UK

WHO to rename monkeypox virus to avoid discrimination

Urgent move to change name comes after scientists call it ‘inaccurate’ and ‘stigmatising’ as virus spreads

Radio France Internationale

Paris Perspective #31: War, peace and the future of the global economy – Steve Killelea

Paris Perspective looks at the state of peace in the world in 2022 on the occasion of the publication of the 16th Global Peace Index. Steve Killelea is the founder and executive chairman of the Institute for Economics and Peace, which publishes the Index.

The New Daily

WHO may declare monkeypox an international emergency

The World Health Organisation is meeting to decide if the spread of monkeypox outside of Africa should be declared a global health emergency.

Asharq Al-Awsat

WHO to Share Vaccines to Sop Monkeypox

The World Health Organization said it’s creating a new vaccine-sharing mechanism to stop the outbreak of monkeypox in more than 30 countries beyond Africa.

The Independent UK

WHO to share vaccines to stop monkeypox amid inequity fears

The World Health Organization is creating a new vaccine-sharing mechanism to stop the spiraling outbreak of monkeypox in more than 30 countries beyond Africa

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