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Young Africans, sexual health and social media: which messages work, which don't

The increasing use of social media, particularly in African countries, offers several opportunities to promote messages about sexual health behaviours among young adults on the continent.

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Russia's war with Ukraine risks putting fresh pressure on rising fertiliser prices

Russia is one of the major players in global agricultural markets. The country is a significant exporter of grains, and also integrated into global agriculture as a supplier of inputs, particularly fertiliser. The country is a leading world supplier of the key ingredients of a range of them.

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Hundreds of migrants scale fence in Spain's Melilla enclave for second day

About 350 migrants managed on Thursday to cross a high border fence separating the Spanish North African enclave of Melilla from Morocco after a wave of migrants tried to climb for a second consecutive day, authorities said.

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WHO sees little impact on COVID-19 vaccine supplies to Africa from Ukraine war

The World Health Organization does not expect any immediate impact on vaccine supply to Africa from Russia's invasion of Ukraine, senior officials on the continent said on Thursday.

Reuters

A black panther at night (apparently) – Will Burrard-Lucas’s best photograph

‘It was an incredible moment. A black panther – that rare, almost invisible creature – photographed in the dark of night. I had no idea how the world would respond’

The Guardian - UK

Hundreds of migrants scale fence, cross into Spain's Melilla enclave

More than 2,500 migrants attempted to climb a high border fence separating Spain's North African enclave of Melilla from Morocco on Wednesday, and around 500 managed to cross into Spanish territory, local authorities said.

Reuters

Another report alleges corruption by ex-South African leader

Another damning report into government corruption in South Africa has recommended further investigations and the possible prosecution of former President Jacob Zuma for allegedly receiving bribes to influence the awarding of state contracts

The Independent UK

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More African students decry racism at Ukrainian borders

As at least half a million refugees flee Ukraine, more reports of mistreatment by Ukrainian border guards surface.

Al Jazeera

U.S. sanctions four South Africans over alleged Islamic State links

The United States has sanctioned four South Africans it says have led Islamic State cells in the country or facilitated support for branches elsewhere, including by transferring funds or procuring weapons.

Reuters

UN: Africa, already suffering from warming, will see worse

Africa has contributed relatively little to the planet’s greenhouse gas emissions but has suffered some of the world’s heaviest impacts of climate change

The Independent UK

Tech enthusiasts return to Lagos for AfricaNXT

In tonight's edition: Burkina Faso's junta chief orders a three-year transition period before elections. Also, a fourth witness testifies before the ICC against Kenyan lawyer Paul Gicheru in a bribery case. And Africa's largest innovation event returns to Lagos. The city hosts tech enthusiasts from around the world to reimagine…

France 24

Trevor Noah slams media for racist remarks on Ukraine: War ‘was Europe’s entire thing’

Comedian Trevor Noah is calling out a double standard in media coverage of the crisis in Ukraine in comparison to devastation in other regions such as Africa and the Middle East.

Los Angeles Times

The man helping young Africans with their mental health

Africa has a very young population, but many young people don't see a clear path to leading a successful, independent life. This leads to a "ticking time bomb" of mental health problems, according to our guest. Tom Osborn is the co-founder and executive director of the Shamiri Institute in Kenya.…

France 24

Analysis: Can African gas replace Russian supplies to Europe?

A lack of infrastructure, not capacity, could hurt the continent’s plan to supply gas to Europe in Russia’s stead.

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IPCC report: Half the world is facing water scarcity, floods and dirty water — large investments are needed for effective solutions

More than half the world’s population faces water scarcity for at least one month every year. Meanwhile, some people have to deal with too much water, while others have access to only poor water quality. That’s billions of people living with drought in Africa and India, facing flood risks in…

Inverse

50,000-year-old DNA reveals a critical shift in ancient human history

We don’t know why people began “living locally” again. But ancient DNA from early humans can help us trace the complex story of how it happened.

Al Jazeera

Nigeria urges respect towards Africans at Ukrainian border

Increasing reports cite how African citizens are being blocked from crossing into Poland from Ukraine.

Radio France Internationale

African students in Ukraine face discrimination as they try to flee fighting

The Nigerian government has called on Ukrainian border officials and those in neighbouring countries on Monday to treat its citizens equally after reports that Africans were being discriminated against while trying to flee from the Russian invasion.

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African states need a vision for relations with the Indo-Pacific

This year sees the 25th anniversary of the Indian Ocean Rim Association. Nine of the organisation’s member states are African, ranging from Somalia in the north west to South Africa in the south. It also includes islands, such as Mauritius, off the western seaboard. It brings together governments, business and…

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Mass starvation, extinctions, disasters: the new IPCC report’s grim predictions, and why adaptation efforts are falling behind

Even if we manage to stop the planet warming beyond 1.5℃ this century, we will still see profound impacts to billions of people on every continent and in every sector, and the window to adapt is narrowing quickly. These are among the disturbing findings of the latest report from the…

Asharq Al-Awsat

Europe Welcomes Ukrainian Refugees — Others, Not So Much

They file into neighboring countries by the hundreds of thousands — refugees from Ukraine clutching children in one arm, belongings in the other. And they’re being heartily welcomed, by leaders of countries like Poland, Hungary, Bulgaria, Moldova and Romania. But while the hospitality has been applauded, it has also highlighted…

The Independent UK

In Somaliland, COVID brings 'cutters' door to door for girls

Officials and health workers say cases of female genital mutilation increased during the pandemic in parts of Africa

Daily Mirror

Hit squad of 400 mercenaries under Kremlin orders to assassinate Volodymyr Zelensky

The Wagner Group, a private militia run by one of Vladimir Putin’s closest allies, flew in mercenaries from Africa five weeks ago, it has been reported

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At Unguja Ukuu, human activity transformed the coast of Zanzibar more than 1,000 years ago

The medieval settlement of Unguja Ukuu, on the Zanzibar Archipelago off the coast of Tanzania, was a key port in an extensive Indian Ocean trade network that linked eastern Africa, southern Arabia, India and Southeast Asia.

The Guardian - UK

You Don’t Know Us Negroes by Zora Neale Hurston review – fearless and dazzling essays

The pioneering African American writer’s nonfiction pieces have a power, depth and courage that still resonate more than 60 years after her death

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