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South Africa’s poverty relief grant should be increased rather than paid to be more people – economists explain why

South Africa’s unemployment rate stands at a staggering 33.5%, one of the highest in the world. Coupled with an alarming poverty rate – where more than half of the population lives on less than R1,558 (about US$88) a month – the socioeconomic landscape is dire.

The Conversation

Biden Kicks Off Two-day Angola Visit

US President Joe Biden is in Angola on Tuesday for the first and only visit to sub-Saharan Africa of his presidency, which is focused on a major infrastructure project that is a counterpoint to China's investments.

International Business Times

Thousands cheer Biden's arrival in Angola for his long-promised sub-Saharan Africa visit

President Joe Biden has arrived for his long-awaited first presidential visit to sub-Saharan Africa to the cheers of thousands in Angola

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Biden lands in Africa, but US foreign policy now runs through Trump's Mar-a-Lago estate - Roll Call

President Joe Biden arrived in Angola on Monday, but it's Donald Trump who is now increasingly shaping American foreign policy.

Roll Call

Biden visits Angola to keep railway project and American interests on track

US President Joe Biden arrived in Angola on Monday, delivering on a promise to make an official trip to Africa before leaving office. The journey, likely his last one overseas as president, centres on an ambitious railway project aimed at challenging China's grip on central Africa's mineral exports.

Radio France Internationale

Troubled Teen Tricked by Parents into Going to Africa, 'Abandoned' at Boarding School: Lawsuit

A 13-year-old boy has taken legal action against his parents, who he says tricked him into going to Africa and later abandoned him at a boarding school.

Latin Times

Biden in Angola: What’s behind the last-ditch Africa trip?

It’s a chance to redeem his legacy in Africa, say experts. But it won’t be easy.

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‘Forever chemicals’ are polluting African waters: Lake Victoria, South Africa’s Vaal and Kenya’s Nairobi rivers are hotspots

Every week seems to bring a new report about where “forever chemicals” have been found: in soil, drinking water, our bodies and marine animals. Their proper scientific name is perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS). But they’re more commonly called “forever chemicals” because, once they’re in an environment, they almost never…

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President Biden To Visit Angola To Strengthen US-Africa Relations

President Biden's visit to Angola highlights US investment in Africa to counter China's influence, strengthening partnerships.

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With Angola Trip, Biden Fulfills His Promise To Visit Sub-Saharan Africa

Outgoing US President Joe Biden is headed to the southern African country of Angola this week, fulfilling a key promise in a bid to shore up ties with the continent.

International Business Times

960 million dirty diapers are a big waste problem – what can be done with them

The use of disposable diapers (nappies) is growing in African countries. The disposable diaper undoubtedly makes it easier for many parents to work or spend time on other things, including their own and their child’s wellbeing.

The Conversation

Benin to give nationality to descendants of those deported as slaves

In Benin, the government has voted through a law offering nationality to "people with an African ancestor deported as part of the slave trade", with applications due to open in December.

Radio France Internationale

Scindia congratulates Raghuvanshi for scaling Africa's highest peak

Union Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia, on Saturday congratulated Muskan Raghuvanshi, on becoming the youngest mountaineer of Madhya Pradesh. Read further on Dynamite News:

Dynamite News

Band Aid 40 fails to reach UK Top 40 in opening week

All-star version of Do They Know It’s Christmas?, spliced together from previous versions, falls short of the No 1 success of those earlier hits

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The stunning African winter beach holiday with new direct flights from London

The Gatwick and Freetown route launches in December, and Sarah Marshall shares why you should make the trip this winter

The Conversation

Africa’s making progress against HIV, but donor funds are drying up – what must change

Remarkable progress has been made against the HIV epidemic in the last two decades.

The Conversation

Presidential term limits help protect democracy – long ones can be dangerous

The purpose of presidential term limits is to protect democracy and ensure democratic competition. In recent years, however, many African presidents have attempted to amend constitutions to pursue extended mandates. For example, in Kenya, a motion was tabled before the senate in September 2024 to extend the presidential term limit…

Radio France Internationale

How harmful stereotypes and media bias are costing Africa billions

Harmful stereotypes about Africa in the global media are costing the continent billions each year and shaping damaging perceptions, campaigners are warning. A recent report explored the economic impact of biased media narratives, linking them to lost investment opportunities and higher borrowing costs for African nations.

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The Independent UK

Marrakech Film Festival opens in Morocco with 'The Order'

One of the Middle East and North Africa’s largest film festivals is openiong in Morocco, drawing actors and directors from throughout the world to present 70 features from 32 countries

Radio France Internationale

Nigerian businesses court French investors during Tinubu's landmark visit

President Bola Tinubu's state visit to France brings a delegation of Nigerian business leaders seeking new investment in Africa's largest economy. It also reflects growing efforts to strengthen economic links between Nigeria and France.

International Business Times

Nigerian President Woos French Investment On State Visit

President Bola Tinubu said on Thursday Nigeria is "open for business" as he embarked on a state visit to France, with Paris looking to boost ties in English-speaking Africa following a series of setbacks with former allies on the continent.

The Conversation

Gaza’s cultural heritage has been devastated by the conflict with Israel – this is how we’re documenting the damage

Situated at the junction between Africa and Asia, Gaza is a critical archaeological landscape. But the region’s heritage is currently facing an unprecedented risk of loss.

The Guardian - UK

Thirst by Giles Foden review – adventures on the Skeleton Coast

An environmental scientist goes in search of a hidden aquifer, in an action-packed novel that reads like a movie pitch

Radio France Internationale

Nigerian president in Paris as France pivots towards anglophone Africa

Nigerian President Bola Tinubu begins a three day state visit to France this Thursday, the first of its kind by a Nigerian leader in more than two decades, as Paris seeks to boost ties with English-speaking Africa.

International Business Times

Truckers Strike Accusing Wagner Of Driver Death In Central African Republic

Soaring prices have left a bitter taste in shoppers' mouths at a market in Bangui, as a strike by Cameroonian truckers accusing Russia's infamous Wagner mercenaries of a recent murder cuts off the Central African Republic (CAR).

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