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Africa's COVID deaths to fall by 94% in 2022, WHO analysis shows

Deaths on the African continent from COVID-19 are expected to fall by nearly 94 percent in 2022 compared to last year, modelling by the World Health Organization (WHO) showed on Thursday.

Reuters

NGO warns world's 'most neglected' refugee crises are all in Africa

The Norwegian Refugee Council (NRC) says the world is paying too little attention to a profusion of mass displacements of people across Africa, who risk death by starvation and prolonged conflicts.

Radio France Internationale

Macron congratulates Elizabeth II on her 70-year reign as Jubilee gets underway

French President Emmanuel Macron has offered his congratulations to Queen Elizabeth II on her platinum jubilee, calling her "the golden thread" that binds France and Britain together.

Radio France Internationale

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Health agency confirms community spread of monkeypox in England

Monkeypox appears to be spreading from person to person in England, the UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) said on Wednesday.

Reuters

Enforcing competition would ease food price hikes in east and southern Africa

Small and medium-scale farmers and agri-businesses in east and southern Africa are getting a raw deal. To succeed they need fair and integrated regional markets. Research by the Centre for Competition, Regulation and Economic Development has highlighted the need for better integration of regional economies as a step towards food…

The Conversation

EXCLUSIVE: Tonix CEO Seth Lederman On The Pursuit Of New Monkeypox, COVID Vaccines

Tonix Pharmaceuticals Holding Corp. (NASDAQ: TNXP), a Chatham, New Jersey-based clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company, announced on Wednesday the issuance of a patent that forms the basis for the company's developmental vaccine against monkeypox and smallpox.

Benzinga

NRC: World’s 10 ‘most neglected’ refugee crises all in Africa

In DR Congo, the most-neglected country on list for 2nd year running, a third of the population went hungry last year.

Al Jazeera

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How to make baklava – recipe

The sticky, sweet and nutty dessert from the Middle East and north Africa is a favourite the world over. And, filo pastry aside, it’s deceptively simple to make

The Guardian - UK

Vietnam develops 'world's first' African swine fever vaccine for commercial use

Vietnam said on Wednesday it had successfully developed a vaccine to administer to pigs to fight African swine fever, with the aim of becoming the first country to commercially produce and export it.

Reuters

Djibouti Invites Saudis to Invest in Africa’s Largest Free Trade Zone

A delegation from Djibouti, led by Chairman of the Djibouti Ports and Free Zone Authority Aboubaker Omar Hadi, held talks with members of the Saudi business community at the Federation of Saudi Chambers in Riyadh on Tuesday. Discussions tackled the economic and investment opportunities and means to double trade exchange…

Asharq Al-Awsat

South African carrier grounds flights after running out of funds

In May 2020, Comair filed for voluntary business rescue, similar to bankruptcy protection.

Al Jazeera

Shortage of oil refineries haunts Africa as fuel prices rocket

A shortage of oil refineries across sub-Saharan Africa coupled with soaring crude prices because of the war in Ukraine has left countries dangerously short of fuel supplies, disrupting airlines and causing queues at filling stations.

Reuters

Africans see inequity in monkeypox response elsewhere

As health authorities in Europe and elsewhere scramble to roll out vaccines and drugs to stamp out the biggest monkeypox outbreak beyond Africa, some doctors are acknowledging an ugly reality: The resources needed to prevent the disease have long been available, just not to the Africans who have dealt with…

The Independent UK

Warren Buffett-Backed BYD Plans To Buy 6 African Lithium Mines: Here's How Many EVs They Can Cater To

China's BYD Co (OTC: BYDDY) is looking to acquire six lithium mines in Africa, CnEVpost said on Tuesday, citing a source-based

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Asharq Al-Awsat

World's 'Most Neglected' Refugee Crises All in Africa, Says NGO

The world is paying too little attention to a slew of mass displacements of people across Africa, risking starvation deaths and prolonging conflicts, the Norwegian Refugee Council warned in a report published Wednesday. "With the all-absorbing war in Europe's Ukraine, I fear African suffering will be pushed further into the…

Financial Times

Can Africa grow without fossil fuels?

As the developed world demands emissions cuts, the continent’s leaders are asking whether it is possible to industrialise on green energy alone

ABC News

Community leaders in Ipswich are using an 'African village' model to engage disconnected youth

A program in Ipswich is using art and an open door to give African Australian kids a place to be themselves, and they've got plans for expansion.

The Hindu

Avoid products derived from Africa’s wild animals: Ministry

Health Ministry lists “don’ts” for international passengers in guidelines to manage monkeypox

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Africa warns of food crisis due to Russian blockade of Ukraine’s ports

African Union chair calls on EU leaders to do all they can to release grain stocks amid ‘perfect storm’ for global supply chain

Reuters

Drought threatens starvation in Horn of Africa, U.N., agencies say

Millions of people face severe hunger in the Horn of Africa as the worst drought in more than 40 years could extend to a fifth consecutive failed rainy season, the United Nations and humanitarian agencies warned on Tuesday.

Evening Standard

East Africa is gripped by famine, but nobody really seems to care

As the cost-of-living crisis grips the UK, half way across the world another more deadly disaster is unfolding. A fourth season of failed rains is causing one of the worst droughts east Africa has seen in decades.

The Times of India

Karnataka: 32 overstaying foreign nationals detained in Bengaluru

BENGALURU: In a special drive, 32 overstaying foreign nationals, including 13 women were detained here by the city police. Most of them are from Africa, the police said.

The Independent UK

Signs and symptoms of Monkeypox: What to look for and how it spreads

Tropical disease now detected in 30 countries including UK, US, Australia, Spain and Portugal

Asharq Al-Awsat

Tired and Sad, Mane and Salah Head to Africa for AFCON Qualifying

Premier League stars Sadio Mane and Mohamed Salah head to Africa for 2023 Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifiers weary and disappointed after a 70-match season that ended with Liverpool's Champions League final loss. Mane-inspired defending champions Senegal host Benin and visit Rwanda in Group L and should secure maximum points…

Reuters

U.S. Supreme Court leak stirs abortion passions in Africa

When a desperate and bleeding 17-year-old girl walked into his rural health centre, Kenyan medic Ismail Mohammed Salim thought he was doing the right thing by helping her conclude an unwanted and dangerous pregnancy.

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