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Africa's Democracies Must Guard Against Local Online Influencer Networks

Africa’s Democracies Must Guard Against Local Online Influencer Networks

New research shows that key figures in South Africa’s domestic online influence industry are engaged in transnational disinformation campaigns. A recent study on digital disinformation during the 2024 elections reveals that the Electoral Commission of South Africa (IEC) and other democratic institutions were primary targets for coordinated campaigns promoting false narratives. The Institute for Security […]

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Africa: Epilepsy Patients in Africa Fight Stigma and Neglect

Africa: Epilepsy Patients in Africa Fight Stigma and Neglect

Benin, Nigeria — When Angela Asemota’s son began having seizures at six years old in 1996, people gossiped that he was possessed by evil spirits, leading her to seek healing from native healers and religious clerics. He underwent several traditional rituals and drank various concoctions, but the seizures persisted. It was not until his fourth

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Africa: South Africa's G20 Presidency an Opportune Time to Advocate for Investment in Africa

Africa: South Africa’s G20 Presidency an Opportune Time to Advocate for Investment in Africa

Trade, Industry and Competition Deputy Minister, Andrew Whitfield, says South Africa’s G20 Presidency is an opportune time to advocate for investments in Africa’s infrastructure and productive sector in order to promote meaningful integration of African countries in global trade. Whitfield on Tuesday made the opening remarks at the first G20 Trade and Investment Working Group

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Africa: ECDC and Africa CDC Discuss Deeper Collaboration for Global Health Security

Africa: ECDC and Africa CDC Discuss Deeper Collaboration for Global Health Security

ECDC and Africa CDC are responsible for protecting almost 2 billion people from infectious disease ECDC Director Dr. Pamela Rendi-Wagner and H.E. Dr. Jean Kaseya, Director General of the Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention met at ECDC’s offices in Stockholm to discuss deepening collaboration between the two CDCs. The meeting was an opportunity

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Africa: Joint UN Meeting Tackles Small Arms Control to Foster Sustainable Development

Africa: Joint UN Meeting Tackles Small Arms Control to Foster Sustainable Development

On Monday, during a meeting of the General Assembly and the Economic and Social Council, UN officials and disarmament experts emphasized the urgent need to tackle the widespread issue of small arms and light weapons. They warned that the stakes are higher than ever in a world increasingly plagued by conflict and crisis. At the

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Africa: Cholera and Mpox Cases Increasing Dangerously in DRC As Aid Cuts Push Health Systems to Near-Collapse

Africa: Cholera and Mpox Cases Increasing Dangerously in DRC As Aid Cuts Push Health Systems to Near-Collapse

Preventable diseases are sweeping the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). Cholera cases increased by 326, Mpox by 269, and measles by 95 people in North Kivu alone, during the last week of February, according to Oxfam’s partners on the ground. In January, new cases of cholera infections in the country more than doubled to over

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The History of Casinos Around the World and the Importance of Responsible Gaming

The History of Casinos Around the World and the Importance of Responsible Gaming

Casinos have been an integral part of human history, evolving from ancient betting houses to modern, technology-driven gaming hubs. While gambling has always been a source of entertainment and social interaction, it also carries risks that require a robust framework of responsible gaming measures. This article explores the history of casinos globally, highlighting their evolution

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Africa: French Billionaire Bolloré Targeted in African Ports Corruption Case

Africa: French Billionaire Bolloré Targeted in African Ports Corruption Case

African civil society groups have filed a complaint against French billionaire Vincent Bolloré, his son Cyrille and Bolloré Group for alleged money laundering and concealment of what they claim are ill-gotten gains linked to port operations across Africa. The complaint was submitted to the National Financial Prosecutor’s Office in Paris on Tuesday by “Restitution pour

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Africa: WHO Warns of Worsening Health Crises Amid Funding Cuts

Africa: WHO Warns of Worsening Health Crises Amid Funding Cuts

According to Ms Balkhy, the organisation is responding to 16 graded emergencies, including seven complex humanitarian crises and over 50 disease outbreaks The World Health Organisation (WHO) has raised concerns over escalating health emergencies across multiple regions, warning that millions remain at risk due to funding shortages and ongoing conflicts. Speaking at a press briefing

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