IMF approves $574 million to aid drought-stricken Zambia
Facing a devastating drought, Zambia secures a $574 million IMF loan to address food insecurity and support its economy.
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June 2024
Wage talks prompt suspension of Nigerian nationwide strike
Nigerian union leaders suspended a nationwide strike for seven days to facilitate further negotiations on wage increases and other demands.
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Moroccans urge gov’t to block weapons shipping to Israel
An activist group in Morocco has requested government intervention to prevent a Japanese-owned cargo ship.
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Egypt extends power cuts amid heatwave, network maintenance
To combat a summer heatwave and network maintenance needs, Egypt extends power cuts by an extra hour.
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Ethiopia lifts ban on Tigray party, paving way for elections
A significant development in Ethiopia: Parliament allows the Tigray People’s Liberation Front (TPLF) to re-register for elections.
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Lavrov says Russia supports inter-Libyan conference in DRC
During his visit to the Congo, Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov criticized the West’s objectives in Ukraine and Libya.
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Oxfam reveals Gazans share toilets as children go hungry
Palestinians displaced by the Gaza war are living in dire conditions with limited food and sanitation, Oxfam reported.
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South African floods claim at least 18 lives
Durban and its surrounding area experienced South Africa’s worst flooding in history in 2022
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Nigeria union leaders in wage negotiation amid nationwide strike
The strike, organized by the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) and Trade Union Congress (TUC), reflects the growing economic challenges in Africa’s most populous country
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Israel says one-third of remaining hostages presumed dead
On Monday, four more hostages were added to Israel’s list of confirmed fatalities
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