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African nations demand huge climate aid boost amid global distrust

African nations are pushing for a dramatic increase in climate financing at the UN's Cop29 summit that opened in Azerbaijan on Monday – calling for $1.3 trillion (€1.22 trillion) annually to help the continent transition to renewable energy, adapt to climate impacts and address damage from climate-related disasters.

Radio France Internationale

Theater festival offers solace in Burkina Faso, a nation torn by violence

The last three years have been tough for Fanta Charlotte Dabone, a mother of three from the conflict-battered West African country of Burkina Faso

The Independent UK

West African hiking hotspot under immediate threat from rapid deforestation

Loma Mountains National Park in Sierra Leone is a popular destination for hikers from all across the world

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WHO Reports Plateauing Mpox Cases In Congo Region

WHO provides update on Mpox outbreak in Africa, new variant in Congo, vaccination efforts ongoing.

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WHO says mpox cases in Congo's epicenter where the new variant was detected may be 'plateauing'

The World Health Organization says mpox cases in the region of Congo where a new and more infectious variant was first detected appear to be “plateauing,” even as the virus continues to increase in other regions of the country, as well as in Burundi and Uganda

The Independent UK

‘Levels are dropping’: drought saps Zambia and Zimbabwe of hydropower

Vast human-made Lake Kariba is at near-record low, causing daily power cuts and devastating two African economies

The Guardian - UK

Mauritius holds an election with the ruling party seeking a new term

People in Mauritius are voting for a new Parliament with the ruling party seeking to secure a second five-year term for Prime Minister Pravind Jugnauth

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Plastic-eating insect discovered in Kenya

There’s been an exciting new discovery in the fight against plastic pollution: mealworm larvae that are capable of consuming polystyrene. They join the ranks of a small group of insects that have been found to be capable of breaking the polluting plastic down, though this is the first time that…

The Conversation

Jobs of the future: South Africa has major gaps in skills needed to shape the green economy

Globally, there’s a shortage of people with the expertise and skills needed to drive the transition towards a green economy – known as green talent. The pool of green talent needs to be doubled by 2050 if the world is to move away from fossil fuels. In South Africa, despite…

The Conversation

Mauritius Votes In Close-fought Election Race

Mauritius votes on Sunday in a tight election race that has been clouded by a wire-tapping scandal in a nation usually touted as one of Africa's most stable and prosperous democracies.

International Business Times

Burkina Faso wants to reinstate death penalty, government source says

Military regime considering move after capital punishment abolished in west African country in 2018

The Guardian - UK

Russia hosts African ministers to expand ties

Russia has opened the first ministerial conference of the Russia-Africa Partnership Forum in the city of Sochi, seeking to deepen ties with African nations and dispel a notion that it’s isolated by Western sanctions

The Independent UK

With Trump election win, Africa braces for US aid cuts, uncertainty

But it could also force African nations to double down on their shift away from the US, towards Asia and the Middle East

Al Jazeera

Jan Bakelants uses 431km gravel ride to raise funds for 'proper' education of girls in Rwanda ahead of Road Worlds

Former WorldTour pro uses seven-day adventure as fundraiser to 'help the construction of a new school' in African nation

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The Guardian - UK

Remembering black and Asian soldiers who died in the two world wars

Letters: Dr John Hopkin and Chris Hardy on commemorating the troops from South Asia, Africa and the Caribbean who served in the wars

The Guardian - UK

‘Africa in a glass’: Abidjan cocktail week mixes local flavours for global palates

Ivory Coast drinks festival aims to champion and change perceptions of alcohol made in the region

Evening Standard

Eight-year-old completes ’emotional’ climb up highest peak in north Africa

Frankie McMillan has been regularly climbing mountains with his mother Basia.

The Guardian - UK

Odour of oil and return of Trump hang heavy over Cop29 in Baku

Prospects of strong outcome appear dim but there is hope the talks will address pressing issue of climate finance

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International Business Times

Young African Players Chase Football 'Dream' In Brazil

For King Faisal, a 20-year-old winger from Ghana, the invitation to move to Brazil to play football is easily summed up: "It was a dream."

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Joy Dancer: dance documentary shows the power of movement to give a voice to the silenced

In 2018, when visiting the Apartheid Museum in Johannesburg, South Africa, choreographer Gregory Maqoma came across the multimedia installation The African Choir 1891 Re-imagined (2017).

Marie Claire

Prince William Reveals One Thing He Shares With Brother Prince Harry While Visiting South Africa

"I can be myself," the prince said.

The Conversation

Climate change reporting is not connecting with people and their real issues – what needs to be done about it

The annual United Nations Conference of the Parties global climate change meetings play a pivotal role in elevating climate conversations. They’re often accompanied by intense media coverage that raises awareness and engages the public. This visibility is crucial, as it brings discussions from distant, elite-driven events into local news.

Al Jazeera

UK blacklists mercenary groups in Africa in latest sanctions against Russia

‘Strikes at heart of Putin’s war machine’ also target people involved in Ukraine war and Salisbury nerve agent attack.

International Business Times

UK Sanctions Russia-backed Wagner Group Successor Africa Corps

The UK government announced sanctions on Thursday against three private mercenary groups operating in Africa with links to the Kremlin, including Wagner group successor Africa Corps.

Radio France Internationale

UK sanctions Russia-backed Wagner group successor Africa Corps

The UK government announced sanctions on Thursday against three private mercenary groups operating in Africa with links to the Kremlin, including Wagner group successor Africa Corps.

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