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Africa's Debt Burden Eroding Funds for Sustainable Development in Ldcs

Africa’s Debt Burden Eroding Funds for Sustainable Development in Ldcs

Soaring repayment costs leave Africa’s Least Developed Countries struggling to fund health, education and SDG priorities Africa’s rising debt burden is eroding funding for sustainable development in the Least Developed Countries (LDCs), impacting heavily on health and education, says Ms. Oyebanke Abejirin, Economic Affairs Officer, at the Macroeconomics, Finance & Governance Division of the UN […]

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Africa: Statement on the Antigen Composition of COVID-19 Vaccines

Africa: Statement on the Antigen Composition of COVID-19 Vaccines

Vaccination remains an important public health countermeasure against COVID-19. As per the WHO Director General’s standing recommendations for COVID-19, Member States are recommended to continue to offer COVID-19 vaccination based on the recommendations of the WHO Strategic Advisory Group of Experts on Immunization (SAGE). SARS-CoV-2 continues to circulate and evolve with important genetic and antigenic

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Africa: French Director Cédric Djedje Shines Light On Germany's African Colonial History

Africa: French Director Cédric Djedje Shines Light On Germany’s African Colonial History

In his play Vielleicht, French-Ivorian director Cédric Djedje lays bare Germany’s colonial past, through the story of the 40-year struggle of Afro-descendants to change the names of three streets dedicated to German colonialists in Berlin’s African quarter. Djedje aims to confront “German colonial ignorance” with the work, explaining that Germany’s colonial history in Africa is

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North Africa: Youth-Led Digital Innovations Reshaping North Africa's Development

North Africa: Youth-Led Digital Innovations Reshaping North Africa’s Development

From Fintech to AI, the region is leveraging technology to bridge gaps, foster inclusivity, and accelerate progress towards the SDGs North Africa is undergoing a digital revolution, with technology emerging as a powerful catalyst for addressing socio-economic challenges. From fintech solutions that enhance financial inclusion, to Artificial Intelligence revolutionizing healthcare, the region is leveraging innovation

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Africa: Ignore Social Media Posts Claiming These 'Herbal Pills' Can Shrink Your Fibroids

Africa: Ignore Social Media Posts Claiming These ‘Herbal Pills’ Can Shrink Your Fibroids

Ignore social media posts claiming these ‘herbal pills’ can shrink your fibroids IN SHORT: Several Facebook posts are promoting what they say is a cure for fibroids. However, a gynaecologist advises patients to consult their doctor as many herbal remedies are not evidence-based. A post on Facebook claims that herbal tablets called “Fibroid Decline” can

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West Africa: Burkina Faso, Mali and Niger Reaffirms ECOWAS Withdrawal

West Africa: Burkina Faso, Mali and Niger Reaffirms ECOWAS Withdrawal

The leaders of Burkina Faso, Mali, and Niger reaffirmed that their decision to withdraw from the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) is irreversible, reports Russian news agency TASS. The three countries, all members of the Sahel Alliance, wrote in their joint statement: “While reaffirming the irreversible and immediate nature of the Sahel Alliance states’

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Africa: What the Colour of Your Snot Says About Your Immune Health

Africa: What the Colour of Your Snot Says About Your Immune Health

Ever wondered why the colour of your snot is different when you’re sick? You’re probably not the first person to ask this question. There are actually many reasons why your snot’s changes colour when you’re unwell. And the colour and consistency of nasal mucus can reveal intriguing details about your immune system, and how your

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Africa: Year End Reflections From Abdouraouf Gnon-Konde, UNHCR's Regional Director for West and Central Africa - Five Recommendations for 2025

Africa: Year End Reflections From Abdouraouf Gnon-Konde, UNHCR’s Regional Director for West and Central Africa – Five Recommendations for 2025

Reflecting on my experience over the year, I offer five recommendations for 2025 to guide our collective efforts alongside donors and partners, in protecting and finding solutions for people forced to flee in West and Central Africa. The Sahel region in particular faces two issues high on the global agenda: Migration and Security. While these

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