May 24
Ethiopia: Buckingham Palace Rejects Request to Return Ethiopian Prince's Remains
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Buckingham Palace has declined a request to repatriate the remains of Prince Alemayehu, an Ethiopian royal who was buried at Windsor Castle in the 19th century. Read more »
South Africa: Country Faces Critical Shortage of Nurses, Healthcare Network Says - South African News Briefs - May 24, 2023
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May 23
Ethiopia: Protesters Take to Tigray Streets Demanding Withdrawal of Foreign Forces, Return of Displaced People
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Thousands of people in northern Ethiopia's Tigray region took to the streets on Tuesday, May 23, 2023 to demand the return of people displaced by a two-year war there. The… Read more »
Africa: French-Senegalese Director Ramata-Toulaye Sy Makes Waves at Cannes 2023
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French-Senagalese film director and screenwriter Ramata-Toulaye Sy, 36, is the sole first-timer at Cannes 2023 - among seasoned film directors - vying for the coveted Palm d'Or at… Read more »
South Africa: 'Unauthorised' Biography of ActionSA Party Leader Herman Mashaba Pulled Off Market - South African News Briefs - May 23, 2023
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Africa: COP28 President-Designate Calls for Major Boost to Public and Private Climate Finance for African Nations [press release]
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In an address today to the African Development Bank Annual Meeting, the COP28 President-Designate, Dr. Sultan Al Jaber, called for a major boost to public and private… Read more »
May 22
South Africa: Opposition to Ask Watchdog to Probe Expenditure at Ministerial Houses - South African News Briefs - May 22, 2023
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May 19
Southern Africa: Zimbabwe's Woes Affecting Rest of Region - Chissano
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The crisis in Zimbabwe is having “terrible consequences” for the whole of Southern Africa by delaying the building of roads, railways and power lines, says former… Read more »
Kenya: Ruto Gets Standing Ovation in South Africa But Kenyans Disagree
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President William Ruto has been outspoken on the plight of African leaders at the hands of counterparts from the so-called developed world, saying that at times they are… Read more »
South Africa: Cold Winter Ahead as Stage 8 Blackouts Loom - South African News Briefs - May 19, 2023
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South Africa: Netflix's First African Animated Series Gets Release Date
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The new animated series, Supa Team 4, follows four teen girls living in the neo-futuristic African city of Lusaka who are recruited by a retired secret agent still committed… Read more »
May 18
East Africa: Kenya to Build Three Additional Ships to Boost Oil Shipment to Uganda
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Kenya is building three ships to guarantee daily trips to Uganda rather than the country's present weekly excursions, according to reports. Kenya's Energy and Petroleum Cabinet… Read more »
Nigeria: Unmasking Corruption - Examining Nigeria's 2023 Election Fallout
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Nigeria transitioned to democracy in 1999, despite the persistence of insecurity, extreme poverty, and endemic corruption. Nevertheless, the country has conducted six national… Read more »
Africa: UN Urges Swift Action on Plastic Pollution Ahead of Treaty Talks - Report
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The widespread use of plastics, as well as their long-lasting nature and improper disposal, is one of the most pressing environmental problems of our time. Read more »
Africa: UN Predicts Next Five Years to Be Hottest on Record #AfricaClimateCrisis
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A damning new report from the World Meteorological Organisation (WMO) warns millions around the world that the hottest years on record will happen within five years. Read more »
South Africa: Govt Seeks 'Technicalities' to Avoid Fallout if Putin Visits - South African News Briefs - May 18, 2023
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May 17
Africa: Better Use of Resources Key to Focusing on Care for Preterm and Newborn Babies [interview]
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Every 2 seconds, a baby is born too soon. Every 40 seconds, one of those babies dies, according to a report released by United Nations agencies and partners titled Born Too Soon:… Read more »
South Africa: Ramaphosa to Head African Leaders' Mission to End War in Ukraine - South African News Briefs - May 17, 2023
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May 16
Tanzania: Why Tanzania's President Suluhu Hassan is Reviving Constitution-Writing Process
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President Samia Suluhu Hassan took over as the country's first-ever women president two years ago, changing the Tanzanian political space. Since Suluhu Hassan has made… Read more »
South Africa: Ruling Party Seeks Meeting with U.S. Ambassador Over Russia Arms Claims - South African News Briefs - May 16, 2023
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May 15
Africa: The Global Health System Needs a Re-Think [guest column]
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The world is facing significant demographic changes. In addition, we are more at risk for new infectious outbreaks than ever before. Climate change threatens to make all these… Read more »
Somalia: Massive Flooding Forces 200,000 People to Flee Homes in Somalia
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At least 200,000 people were displaced due to flash flooding in central Somalia as the Shabelle River burst its banks and submerged roads, reports AFP. Read more »
South Africa: Eastern Cape Premier's PhD Proposal Was Fake, Report Says - South African News Briefs - May 15, 2023
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May 14
South Africa: Diplomatic Spat Over 'Russian Weapons Transfer' Rises to Cabinet Level
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The South African and United States Cabinet officials responsible for foreign affairs have stepped into the diplomatic row over the alleged transfer in South Africa of weapons to a… Read more »
May 12
Kenya: Govt to Spend Close to a Billion U.S. Dollars on New Trains, Railway Overhaul
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The government has reportedly announced plans to invest about U.S.$731 million to revamp the Nairobi-Mombasa standard gauge railway (SGR), build new sidings, and buy more… Read more »