Germany pledges $4.3 billion ‘green’ investment in Africa
The German government has pledged to invest 4 billion euros ($4.37 billion) in African green energy projects until 2030.
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Durban: Months needed to clear S Africa’s chaotic port backlog
Transnet expects to clear the backlog of 63 ships at the Port of Durban in 7 to 15 weeks. The delay is causing concern among importers, who fear they will miss the crucial Christmas shopping season.
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African Union calls for ‘stronger efforts’ to end Israel’s Gaza war
African Union criticizes Israel’s Gaza attacks, urging diplomatic resolution to Israel-Palestine conflict. Chair Azali Assoumani condemns disproportionate responses, emphasizing the impact on children and the risk of fostering extremism.
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Cholera surges in Zimbabwe, fears of dozens killed
A cholera outbreak in Zimbabwe has raised concerns about the potential for widespread fatalities. Zimbabwean authorities are working to contain the outbreak and provide treatment to those affected.
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Sudan’s civil war: Experts warn of ‘Libya scenario’
Sudan’s fragile political landscape and ongoing conflicts raise concerns of a potential disintegration similar to Libya’s post-Gaddafi turmoil. Experts urge for immediate intervention to avert further instability and chaos.
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Clashes kill 32 in disputed Abyei region between South Sudan and Sudan
Fighting in the disputed Abyei region between Sudan and South Sudan has left at least 32 people dead, including a UN peacekeeper.
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IMF considers mega loan program for Egypt amidst Gaza war fallout
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) is considering a mega loan program to help Gaza recover from the economic fallout of the recent war. The war has caused widespread damage to Gaza’s infrastructure and economy, and the IMF’s loan would help to rebuild and revitalize the Gaza economy.
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Chad still struggles to contain the COVID-19
The country’s limited healthcare infrastructure and shortage of medical personnel hinder its efforts to combat the virus.
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Nigeria moves to resolve $1.3 billion ExxonMobil dispute with Seplat
Nigeria’s government meets with Seplat Energy to resolve a two-year stalemate over ExxonMobil’s $1.3 billion oil asset sale.
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Boosting African labs vital for tackling ‘antimicrobial resistance’
Senior health official urges African nations to mobilize domestic funds for enhancing lab capacity against antimicrobial resistance as a study spanning 2016-2019 reveals a minimal number of labs in 14 African countries capable of testing for AMR.
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