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Africa: Delphos Advises Powergen On Transforming Africa’s Renewable Energy Sector

In a move towards addressing Africa’s energy access challenges, PowerGen Renewable Energy has enlisted Delphos as its financial advisor for a series of transformative renewable energy initiatives on the continent. Delphos, a global specialist in development finance, has been instrumental in advising PowerGen on this transformative transaction, which reached its first closing in January 2025. […]

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Africa: Gavi and Partners Pioneer New Approach to Deliver Critical Vaccinations in Humanitarian Contexts

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Geneva — In partnership with the International Rescue Committee (IRC) and others, the Gavi-funded Humanitarian Partnerships (ZIP) is breaking new ground in how immunisation services reach communities affected by insecurity, conflict or crisis The programme, which launched in 2022, spans across 11 African countries in the Sahel and Horn of Africa. “Gavi is unwavering in

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East Africa: Most Parts of Greater Horn Africa Expected to Receive Below-Normal Rainfall, ICPAC Predicts

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Addis Ababa, — The IGAD Climate Prediction and Applications Centre (ICPAC) has released its seasonal climate forecast for March to May (MAM) 2025, indicating that most parts of the Greater Horn of Africa are likely to experience below-normal rainfall. The forecast is particularly significant as the MAM season contributes up to 60 percent of the

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Africa: Global Fund Unveils Pioneering Climate and Health Fund to Accelerate Global Action

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The new fund targets the world’s most climate-vulnerable nations, delivering urgent support on adaptation and strengthening health systems to safeguard millions from the intensifying impacts of climate change. The Global Fund to Fight AIDS, Tuberculosis and Malaria (the Global Fund) – in partnership with the Gates Foundation and Sanofi, through its philanthropic organization Foundation S-

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Africa’s Climate Change Experience Is a Paradox, Says Yemi Osinbajo

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Nigeria’s former Vice President, Prof. Yemi Osinbajo (SAN), has said that Africa’s climate change experience is a paradox. He stated this in Lagos recently at the 23rd S.L. Edu Memorial Lecture, tagged Greening Africa’s Economies: Can Climate Positive Growth Deliver Prosperity? which was organised by the Nigeria Conservation Foundation. He stated that Africa was the

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Africa: Trump's WHO, Climate Orders Bring Challenges and Opportunities for Africa, China

Africa: WHO Calls for Dialogue Over U.S. Intention to Withdraw Membership

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Mr Trump signed the executive order on Monday, directing the United States to withdraw from WHO. The World Health Organisation (WHO) has expressed regret over the United States’ decision to withdraw from the organisation following an executive order signed by President Donald Trump. The global health body has called for constructive dialogue to preserve their

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Africa: Gina Din-Kariuki Urges Africa to Reclaim Its Narrative At Davos

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Davos, Switzerland — Renowned pan-African communications expert Gina Din-Kariuki has called on African nations to reclaim their narrative to counter biased media portrayals that undermine the continent’s economic potential. Speaking at the World Economic Forum, Din-Kariuki emphasized the need for storytelling that highlights governance, innovation, and development beyond election cycles. Her remarks echoed findings from

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Africa: Ignore Facebook Posts Advertising a Cure for Stroke, Arthritis, Hypertension and Other Illnesses

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Ignore Facebook posts advertising a cure for stroke, arthritis, hypertension and other illnesses IN SHORT: Several Facebook posts claim that these “anti-stroke herbal capsules” can cure stroke and other illnesses. However, a medical practitioner advises patients to use only trusted and tested drugs. “Reclaim your wellness with our 100% Natural Herbal Remedy, designed to help

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Africa: WHO Says Hopes U.S. ‘Will Reconsider’ Intent to Withdraw

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Soon after US President Donald Trump signed an executive order to begin the process of withdrawing his country from the World Health Organization (WHO), the specialized UN agency responsible for global public health on Tuesday said it regrets the announcement that the United States of America intends to withdraw from the organization. Trump was sworn

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Africa: Trump’s WHO, Climate Orders Bring Challenges and Opportunities for Africa, China

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Johannesburg — On inauguration day, U.S. President Donald Trump signed executive orders that set in motion the country’s withdrawal from the Paris Climate Treaty as well as from the World Health Organization. While it may be some time before the broader impact of those moves will be clear, Cobus Van Staden, a China-Africa expert with

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Africa: Delphos Advises Powergen On Transforming Africa’s Renewable Energy Sector

Africa: Gavi and Partners Pioneer New Approach to Deliver Critical Vaccinations in Humanitarian Contexts

East Africa: Most Parts of Greater Horn Africa Expected to Receive Below-Normal Rainfall, ICPAC Predicts

Africa: Global Fund Unveils Pioneering Climate and Health Fund to Accelerate Global Action

Africa’s Climate Change Experience Is a Paradox, Says Yemi Osinbajo

Africa: WHO Calls for Dialogue Over U.S. Intention to Withdraw Membership

Africa: Gina Din-Kariuki Urges Africa to Reclaim Its Narrative At Davos

Africa: Ignore Facebook Posts Advertising a Cure for Stroke, Arthritis, Hypertension and Other Illnesses

Africa: WHO Says Hopes U.S. ‘Will Reconsider’ Intent to Withdraw

Africa: Trump’s WHO, Climate Orders Bring Challenges and Opportunities for Africa, China

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