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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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: Sub-Saharan Africa Accounts for 59% of Terrorism-Related Deaths Worldwide - UN

Africa: Sub-Saharan Africa Accounts for 59% of Terrorism-Related Deaths Worldwide – UN

According to Ms Muhammed, for three years, terrorism-related deaths have soared past 6,000. Sub-Saharan Africa now accounts for nearly 59 per cent of all terrorism-related deaths globally in spite of the continued effort by member states to end it, says UN Deputy Secretary-General Amina Muhammed. She made this known on Tuesday during a UN Security

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Africa: What Is the World Health Organization and Why Does It Matter?

Africa: What Is the World Health Organization and Why Does It Matter?

When the plague, cholera and yellow fever rippled deadly waves across a newly industrialised and interconnected world in the mid-19th century, taking a global approach to health became an imperative. Doctors, scientists, presidents and prime ministers urgently convened the International Sanitary Conference in Paris in 1851, a precursor to what is now the largest of

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Africa: Greenpeace Activists Protest Inside Davos Forum Urging Leaders to Tax the Super-Rich

Africa: Greenpeace Activists Protest Inside Davos Forum Urging Leaders to Tax the Super-Rich

Greenpeace International activists peacefully protested during the welcoming event at the World Economic Forum (WEF) in Davos, Switzerland. Two activists entered the main congress hall and dropped a 550x120cm banner reading “Tax the Super-rich! Fund a Just and Green Future”, while playing an audio message: “This is a public service announcement. It is Time to

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Africa: Celebrate Black History Month With Afropop's Exciting Lineup of Audio Programs

Africa: Celebrate Black History Month With Afropop’s Exciting Lineup of Audio Programs

January 21, 2025 – Brooklyn, New York- Afropop is thrilled to announce a vibrant schedule of audio programs in honor of Black History Month, showcasing the history of African and African-American musical heritage that continues to inspire us today. From the roots of rock ‘n’ roll to the dynamic beats of New Orleans bounce, Afropop

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Africa: Infrastructure Lender AFC Eyes $500m Emerging Market Securitization

Africa: Infrastructure Lender AFC Eyes $500m Emerging Market Securitization

Africa Finance Corporation (AFC) is planning a transaction involving at least $500 million in synthetic asset-backed securities Synthetic ABS allows lenders to transfer loan-loss risks to investors, such as pension and hedge funds, via credit-linked notes The corporation recently priced a $500 million perpetual hybrid bond and plans to enter the panda bond market Africa

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