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Africa: Global HIV Infections Could Rise Sixfold If U.S. Cuts Funding - UNAIDS

Africa: Global HIV Infections Could Rise Sixfold If U.S. Cuts Funding – UNAIDS

Winnie Byanyima, executive director of the Joint United Nations Programme on HIV/AIDS, UNAIDS, says global HIV infections could rise more than sixfold by 2029 if the US government halts funding for the world’s largest AIDS programme. Speaking to The Associated Press, AP, from Uganda, Byanyima said new HIV infections have declined in recent years, with […]

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African Fishers 'Ignored' Despite Vital Role

African Fishers ‘Ignored’ Despite Vital Role

Lilongwe — Africa’s small-scale fishers are being overlooked in policymaking, despite providing the most stock and nutritional value of any region, according to new analysis. The study published in the journal Nature says small, inland fisheries in Africa contribute more to the population’s diet than any other region, reaching up to 146 million people and

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African Nations Prepare for What's to Come After Pause On U.S. Aid

African Nations Prepare for What’s to Come After Pause On U.S. Aid

Nairobi, Kenya — African governments are gearing up for what is to come following the 90-day pause on most U.S.-funded foreign aid as they worry about the potential effects. In Kenya, for instance, Health Cabinet Secretary Deborah Barasa said Wednesday in Nairobi that as her country navigates complex challenges, ensuring continuation of essential health services,

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Africa: WFP, FAO Warn of the Severity of the Climate Crisis and Food Insecurity

Africa: WFP, FAO Warn of the Severity of the Climate Crisis and Food Insecurity

United Nations — Over the past few years, climate shocks have become more frequent and have devastated economies and agriculture systems, exacerbating widespread malnutrition and hunger. It has become increasingly apparent that the utilization of sustainable agriculture practices and disaster risk management systems are crucial to fulfill growing needs as natural resources continue to dwindle.

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Africa: Bridging the Divide - General Assembly President On UN Reforms and Africa's Digital Future

Africa: Bridging the Divide – General Assembly President On UN Reforms and Africa’s Digital Future

The landmark year in the life of the UN has prompted introspection and a fresh impetus for change. How can the organization remains relevant in a world that is almost unrecognizable from the post-World War Two consensus into which it was born? In an interview with UN News, Philémon Yang, President of the General Assembly

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Africa: U.S. Aid Funding Cuts Put HIV Prevention At Risk, Warns UNAIDS

Africa: U.S. Aid Funding Cuts Put HIV Prevention At Risk, Warns UNAIDS

The US pause in foreign assistance funding has created “confusion” in the vital work of community HIV prevention, despite a waiver issued for HIV/AIDS programmes, the UN agency to combat the still deadly disease said on Friday. The waiver allows the continuation or resumption of “life-saving humanitarian assistance” including HIV treatment. That means 20 million

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Africa: On Music, Activism, and Empowering Africa's Next Generation

Africa: On Music, Activism, and Empowering Africa’s Next Generation

A conversation with Angélique Kidjo on the power of music, Africa’s future, and breaking boundaries. Grammy winner and UNICEF ambassador, Angélique Kidjo, shares insights on blending cultures, empowering women and youth, and her ongoing mission to bring Africa’s voice to the world. What inspired you to become a musician, and how did your upbringing in

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Africa: U.S. Declares Interest in Developing African Mining Sector

Africa: U.S. Declares Interest in Developing African Mining Sector

Cape Town, South Africa — The administration of U.S. President Donald Trump is interested in developing the mining sector in Africa. On the first day of his second term, Trump signed an executive order focusing on minerals, mineral extraction, and mineral processing. “Mainly in the United States but if you read closely there are also

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Africa: Over 1,000 Journalists to Cover 38th AU Summit Here

Africa: Over 1,000 Journalists to Cover 38th AU Summit Here

– The Ethiopian Media Authority (EMA) has announced that over 1,000 local and international journalists are expected to cover the 38th Ordinary Session of the Assembly of the African Union (AU) Heads of State and the 46th Ordinary Session of the Executive Council, taking place from February 12th-16th, 2025. As Ethiopia prepares to host these

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