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Africa: Security Council Debates Growing Terrorism Threat in Africa

Africa: Security Council Debates Growing Terrorism Threat in Africa

Africa tragically remains the epicentre of global terrorism, and more action is required to implement international commitments to combat this scourge, the UN Deputy Secretary-General told the Security Council on Tuesday. Amina Mohammed was speaking at a meeting focused on strengthening counter-terrorism on the continent, convened by Algeria, the Council president for January. She emphasized […]

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Africa: Using Your Own Laptop or Phone for Work? Why It's a Security Hazard for Businesses

Africa: Using Your Own Laptop or Phone for Work? Why It’s a Security Hazard for Businesses

Next time you’re working in a coffee shop or similar public space, take a moment to look around at your “co-workers” for the day, busy, like you are, with laptops, cellphones and tablets. How many of those devices belong to the organisations that employ them? Or are they – and you – using personal devices

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Africa: Trump's Executive Orders On Gender Draw Mixed Reaction Across Africa

Africa: Trump’s Executive Orders On Gender Draw Mixed Reaction Across Africa

Abuja, Nigeria — Conservatives across Africa applauded U.S. President Donald Trump’s executive orders Monday regarding gender and diversity, while gay rights activists and the LGBTQ community on the continent are expressing deep concern. On his first day as the 47th U.S. president, Donald Trump signed a flurry of executive orders, including some that reversed policies

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Africa: President Trump's Executive Orders On Immigration and Climate Are 'Racist' and 'Reckless'

Africa: President Trump’s Executive Orders On Immigration and Climate Are ‘Racist’ and ‘Reckless’

In response to the slew of executive actions announced by President Trump shortly after his inauguration as 47th President of the United States, Amnesty International USA has responded specifically to two in particular: Trump’s calling for mass deportations of people seeking safety and his withdrawal from the Paris Agreement. Immigration and refugee rights Amy Fischer,

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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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