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End to Aids epidemic by 2030 'still on the horizon' says UN

As countries mark World Aids Day Friday, the United Nations has said it's possible to wipe out the disase by 2030 – but only if communities and are given the means to do so. This comes as South Africa recorded its first significant fall in the number of people suffering…

Radio France Internationale

Sold: 2,000 captive southern white rhino destined for freedom across Africa

The South African herd represents up to 15% of Africa’s remaining population. Happily, the new owners are willing to spend huge sums for translocations across the continent

The Guardian - UK

AP Week in Pictures: Europe and Africa

Nov. 24-30, 2023

The Independent UK

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Spanish police investigate deaths of four migrants forced off speedboat

Vessel was near Andalucían shore when passengers, believed to be from north Africa, were apparently pushed overboard

The Guardian - UK

Watch: Uganda players break into celebratory dance after T20 World Cup qualification

Uganda left behind continental favourites Zimbabwe in Africa to punch their maiden ticket to the T20 World Cup, which is scheduled to be held next year in the US and the West Indies.

The Times of India

Biden Meets Angolan Leader As US Aims To Counter China In Africa

President Joe Biden and his Angolan counterpart Joao Lourenco met at the White House on Thursday to discuss infrastructure and regional security, as the United States seeks to counter China's growing influence in Africa.

International Business Times

Gambian man convicted in Germany for role in killings under Gambia's former ruler

A German court has convicted a Gambian man of murder and crimes against humanity for involvement in the killing of government critics in his West African homeland

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Building African cities that cope with climate shocks – experts outline what it will take

The international climate change negotiations began almost three decades ago when many were still hesitant to accept that human activities were changing the planet. Now the scientific evidence is unequivocal. Climate change is a major threat to our wellbeing, the health of the planet and the ecosystems we rely on.

The Conversation

The new ‘scramble for Africa’: how a UAE sheikh quietly made carbon deals for forests bigger than UK

Exploratory agreements struck with African states that are home to crucial wildlife havens and biodiversity hotspots, for land that represents billions of dollars in potential carbon offsetting revenue

The Guardian - UK

African company to start making vaginal rings that protect against HIV

A South African company will make vaginal rings that protect against HIV, which AIDS experts say should eventually make them cheaper and more readily available

The Independent UK

Nigeria's leader presents a $34 billion spending plan that prioritizes the economy and security

Nigeria’s leader has presented a $34.8 billion spending plan for 2024 to federal lawmakers with a focus on stabilizing Africa’s largest but ailing economy and tackling a deadly security crisis

The Independent UK

Waycool’s subsidiary CensaNext ties up with YoLa Fresh

”YoLa Fresh, a Moroccan agribusiness marketplace, partners with WayCool's tech subsidiary CensaNext to optimise supply chain, boost efficiency, and reduce waste. This will help YoLa Fresh capitalise on the African fresh produce market's projected $1 trillion growth by 2030. WayCool's tech stack and learnings will help YoLa Fresh achieve its…

The Hindu

Climate action for Africa in 2023: three big developments

2023 is highly likely to be the hottest year ever recorded. And climate change is to blame for one-quarter of the global population being exposed to dangerous levels of extreme heat.

The Conversation

What is Africa’s goal at COP28 as the climate summit begins?

At COP28, African countries are seeking to be equal players in talks often dominated by richer, western nations.

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The Hindu

The challenge of maritime security in the Global South

Implementing a collaborative strategy is challenging since it requires maritime agencies to improve interoperability, share intelligence, and agree on a regional rules-based order

The Hindu

Namibia qualify for men’s T20 World Cup 2024

Dubai: Namibia qualify for T20 World Cup 2024 in West Indies and the USA. With five wins in five matches, they earned 10 points and finished in top-two in Africa region qualifiers.

The Conversation

Zambia's foreign debt tragedy – what needs to happen to resolve the crisis

Three years after defaulting on its foreign debt, Zambia is still trying to reach agreement with all its creditors on how to manage this situation. This has left the southern African country in a state of development finance limbo. It is handicapped in raising the funds needed to generate jobs,…

The Hindu

Femicides at a twenty-year peak across globe | Data

UN study finds 88,900 women/girls killed in 2022 due to gender-related factors; highest in 20 years. Data shows 55% of female victims killed by family/partners, 12% of male victims. Rate of femicides per 1 lakh women highest in Africa (2.8) & Americas (1.5), Asia (0.8). India saw small decline in…

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Evening Standard

Prince William urges 'no let up' in effort to stop 'terrifying' loss of wildlife in Africa

Prince of Wales issues reminder about the 'disproportionate loss and damage from climate change' Africa is facing at the 11th annual Tusk Conservation Awards in London

The Hindu

The many grave risks confronting the world today

If, as is sometimes mentioned, war reflects geo-political incompetence, then the first quarter of the 21st century reflects incompetence of the highest order, with several nations contributing to this state of affairs. Europe, Asia, and Africa seem to be in a state of permanent dissonance today, while North and South…

The Guardian - UK

Revealed: Saudi Arabia’s grand plan to ‘hook’ poor countries on oil

Climate scientists say fossil fuel use needs to fall rapidly – but oil-rich kingdom is working to drive up demand

International Business Times

'Disastrous' Gridlock Hits S. Africa's Busiest Port

More than 60,000 containers are stuck at sea waiting to be offloaded at South Africa's biggest port amid gridlock blamed on bad weather and equipment failures that is damaging the poor economy, according to business and political groups.

Zenger

The Catholic Church In SA Takes On Those Who Exploit South Africa’s Poor

The Church Steps Up Its Moral Obligation Mandate In Advocating For Social Justice For The Oppressed.

The Conversation

John Hlatywayo: remembering a great Zimbabwean artist who was woefully neglected by history

John Hlatywayo, who has died at 96, was a great painter, sculptor and mentor. However he is woefully neglected in the art history of Zimbabwe and southern Africa.

The Conversation

Africa's new online foreign exchange system will enable cross-border payments in local currencies – what you need to know

The high cost of making cross border payments on the African continent has driven governments on the continent to seek options of settling trade and other transactions in local currencies. This has given birth to the Pan-African Payment and Settlement System which is scheduled to go live in 2024 under…

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