Rome — The United Nations World Food Programme (WFP) warned today that 58 million people risk losing life-saving assistance in the agency’s 28 most critical crisis response operations unless new funding is received urgently. Despite the generosity of many governments and individual donors, WFP is experiencing a steep decline in funding across its major donors. […]
TLDR African online marketplace Jiji will launch operations in Bangladesh, marking its first expansion outside the continent The move targets the country’s growing middle class, mobile connectivity, and expanding e-commerce sector, which is expected to reach $13 billion by 2027 Jiji operates in seven African countries, including Nigeria, Kenya, and Ghana, with 12 million monthly
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In a landmark moment for Africa and Europe, the University of Cape Town (UCT) has teamed up with Sciences Po – a public university in Paris, France – to offer students a prestigious, internationally recognised dual degree programme. It has been described as a milestone in academic cooperation between the two continents. What this means
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Recently published in the journal Frontiers, a new paper explores the state-of-play for interventions to reduce malaria-related morbidity and mortality among children in Africa. The research, whose authorship included Jane Achan, Principal Advisor at Malaria Consortium, highlights the progress that has been achieved in this area, and where improvements could still be made. Its conclusions
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United Nations — Rabab Fatima is Under-Secretary-General and High Representative for Least Developed Countries, Landlocked Developing Countries, and Small Island Developing States (UN-OHRLLS). As the world grapples with overlapping crises–climate change, economic instability, and food insecurity–the 44 Least Developed Countries (LDCs) face existential threats that demand urgent, collective action. These nations, home to over one
In a list of thousands of terminated USAID awards that was sent to Congress this week is a devastating cut suggesting the Trump administration might be planning to end funding to Gavi, the global initiative that helps provide life-saving vaccines for children in the poorest countries in the world. This decision will not only lead to an
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Marseille is the oldest city in France, founded in 600 BC, and is today the third largest city in the country. Situated on the south coast along the Mediterranean Sea, this port city, like all port cities, has welcomed travelers for centuries from the world over, bringing with them their culture, food, and music. This
As countries strive to balance rapid digital transformation with sustainable energy use, a major challenge emerges–how can digital expansion be green and inclusive? Many developing nations, including Mozambique and Madagascar, face this question as they scale up digital infrastructure while ensuring energy efficiency and climate resilience. Korea offers a compelling example. Through cutting-edge policies, AI-driven
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Tanzania has nominated Professor Mohamed Janabi as the next Regional Director of the World Health Organization (WHO) for Africa to advance healthcare on the continent. The search for a new regional head follows the untimely passing of Dr. Faustine Ndugulile, a Tanzanian who was set to assume the role. Dr. Ndugulile made history as the
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