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Kenya: Poor Internet, One of Many Hindrances to Health Authority Registration in Baringo

[Capital FM] Nakuru -- Poor internet connectivity has been singled out as one of the main hindrances to Social Health Authority (SHA) registration in the vast Baringo County.

Published on: April 23, 2025 | Source: AllAfrica favicon AllAfrica

Kenya: Scholarship Opportunities As Sports Administrator and Coach Hosts Youth Basketball Camps in Nairobi

[Capital FM] Nairobi -- Robert Lihalakha, a Kenyan American sports executive, basketball coach, and founder of the Impact Scholars platform, is in Nairobi hosting youth basketball camps for promising Kenyan student-athletes.

Published on: April 23, 2025 | Source: AllAfrica favicon AllAfrica

Malawi: Chaos At Salima Sugar - CEO Wester Kossam Bars Security Chief Kapida Amid Legal Storm

[Nyasa Times] A fresh storm is brewing at Salima Sugar Company after Chief Executive Officer Wester Kossam personally ordered security personnel to block former Chief Security Officer, Osman Kapida, from accessing company premises--despite a court ruling ordering his reinstatement.

Published on: April 23, 2025 | Source: AllAfrica favicon AllAfrica

South Africa: Govt Readies for Ukrainian President Zelenskyy's Official Visit

[SAnews.gov.za] President Cyril Ramaphosa will host Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy at the Union Buildings in Pretoria on Thursday, marking the first official visit by a Ukrainian Head of State to South Africa.

Published on: April 23, 2025 | Source: AllAfrica favicon AllAfrica

South Africa: South Africa Braces for Heavy Rain and Cold Weather Conditions

[SAnews.gov.za] Heavy rain and cold weather conditions are expected this week, as a cut-off low weather system sweeps across most parts of the country.

Published on: April 23, 2025 | Source: AllAfrica favicon AllAfrica

Africa: Angola Commits U.S.$5m to Africa CDC, 'Championing Africa-Led Health Financing Strategy'

[Africa CDC] In a strong act of continental solidarity, His Excellency JoΓ£o LourenΓ§o, President of the Republic of Angola and Chairperson of the African Union, announced a landmark voluntary contribution of USD 5 million to the Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention (Africa CDC), reaffirming Angola's leadership and enduring commitment to strengthening regional health security and sustainable health...

Published on: April 23, 2025 | Source: AllAfrica favicon AllAfrica

Africa: Could Anchor States Benefit Africa's Peace and Security Council?

[ISS] Recent PSC elections revived debates about whether membership should favour inclusion and fairness or regional capacity and influence.

Published on: April 23, 2025 | Source: AllAfrica favicon AllAfrica

Liberia: Liberia Memorializes Slain Officials

[New Dawn] The memory of Dr. William R. Tolbert, Jr., former President of the Republic of Liberia, and thirteen others who were executed on April 22, 1980, has been honored here in a solemn memorial ceremony held Tuesday by the April 22nd Memorial Group.

Published on: April 23, 2025 | Source: AllAfrica favicon AllAfrica

South Africa: Sexual Predators At School - Why South African Law Is Failing to Protect Children From Teachers

[The Conversation Africa] Schools should be a safe environment, a place of learning where children can develop their potential. In South Africa, many public schools aren't like this. Instead they are hothouses for teachers' poor performance, financial mismanagement, assault and sexual misconduct.

Published on: April 23, 2025 | Source: AllAfrica favicon AllAfrica

Ghana: Flooding Incidents in Ghana's Capital Are On the Rise. Researchers Chase the Cause

[The Conversation Africa] Urban flooding is a major problem in the global south. In west and central Africa, more than 4 million people were affected by flooding in 2024. In Ghana, cities suffer damage from flooding every year.

Published on: April 23, 2025 | Source: AllAfrica favicon AllAfrica

South Africa: State of the Nation 30 Years Into Democracy

[The Conversation Africa] Just over 30 years after South Africa's first democratic elections, public opinion is divided over how to evaluate the post-apartheid, democratic state. Characterisations range from "failed or failing state", to "mafia state" to the more optimistic "developmental state" committed to addressing historical patterns of injustice through decisive state intervention.

Published on: April 23, 2025 | Source: AllAfrica favicon AllAfrica

Liberia: Major Internet Disruptions Expected As Govt Begins Repair Of Fiber Optic Cable

[Liberian Observer] In a decisive move to protect national connectivity to the internet, the Liberia Telecommunications Authority (LTA) has announced emergency measures to mitigate expected internet disruptions resulting from rerouting work on the Africa Coast to Europe (ACE) Submarine Cable, scheduled from April 23 to April 30, 2025.

Published on: April 23, 2025 | Source: AllAfrica favicon AllAfrica

Madagascar: France and Madagascar Wrangle Over Sovereignty of Scattered Islands

[RFI] French President Emmanuel Macron's visit to Madagascar for a regional summit has brought fresh attention to a long-running dispute over the Îles Γ‰parses - a group of tiny islands in the Mozambique Channel claimed by both France and Madagascar. Despite years of talks, the issue remains unresolved - part of the unfinished business of decolonisation.

Published on: April 23, 2025 | Source: AllAfrica favicon AllAfrica

Madagascar: Energy Crisis Looms Large As Macron Makes Rare Visit to Madagascar

[RFI] French President Emmanuel Macron heads to Madagascar on Wednesday, where power cuts, stalled dam projects and a troubled state energy firm are set to dominate the first visit by a French head of state in nearly 20 years.

Published on: April 23, 2025 | Source: AllAfrica favicon AllAfrica

Africa: All of Africa Today - April 23, 2025

[allAfrica] Liberia High Court Declares Removal of Speaker Unconstitutional

Published on: April 23, 2025 | Source: AllAfrica favicon AllAfrica

Zambia: Understanding Hakainde Hichilema’s transition from reformist toΒ  despot

Faced with public discontent, fear of losing power has driven Zambia’s president to change the constitution and enact repressive laws ahead of next year’s election

Published on: April 23, 2025 | Source: Mail & Guardian Africa favicon Mail & Guardian Africa

Budget: Why a VAT increase is the least bad option

The Gold and Foreign Exchange Contingency Reserve Account is not a piggy bank that can be used to solve South Africa’s fiscal problems.

Published on: April 23, 2025 | Source: Mail & Guardian Africa favicon Mail & Guardian Africa

US tariff shake-up sends ripples through African trade and global supply chains

This latest wave of tariff changes signals a broader trend toward economic nationalism and trade realignment.

Published on: April 23, 2025 | Source: Mail & Guardian Africa favicon Mail & Guardian Africa

Regulatory clarity on recreational cannabis is critical for a commercial future

A comprehensive approach is required to plum a number of gaps such as health and safety, legal, enforcement and economic concerns

Published on: April 23, 2025 | Source: Mail & Guardian Africa favicon Mail & Guardian Africa

The International Commodity Summit 2025: Positioning Southern Africa for economic transformation

South Africa’s first ever commodity trading conference is scheduled to take place from the 18th to the 20th of November at the Cape Town International Convention Centre (CTICC). The conference will convene 2000 attendees from across the globe, and will focus on expanding Southern Africa’s global commodity value chain, including energy, metals, construction, finance, and […]

Published on: April 23, 2025 | Source: Mail & Guardian Africa favicon Mail & Guardian Africa

Enlit Africa 2025: Empowering commercial and industrial companies for self-generation, energy and water security

Enlit Africa, set for 20-22 May 2025 in Cape Town, is the continent’s premier gathering for the power, energy and water sectors. It opens the door to opportunities for commercial and industrial (C&I) companies seeking to achieve energy and water security through self-generation and sustainable resource management. With rising energy costs, water scarcity and grid […]

Published on: April 23, 2025 | Source: Mail & Guardian Africa favicon Mail & Guardian Africa

Who holds the pen? The ethics of AI-Generated news

The byline, once a simple attribution, is becoming a complex signifier in the age of artificial intelligence. News articles, summaries, data analyses, and even multimedia content can now be generated or assisted by AI, blurring the lines of authorship and raising profound ethical questions for journalism. As algorithms increasingly participate in crafting the narratives that […]

Published on: April 23, 2025 | Source: Mail & Guardian Africa favicon Mail & Guardian Africa

Cryptocurrencies vs Traditional Assets: Which is more profitable in the long run?

As the global financial landscape evolves, investors face a pivotal question: Should I invest in cryptocurrencies or stick with traditional assets? This article dives deep into the long-term profitability, risk, volatility, and future potential of both asset classes to help you make an informed decision. Looking to get started with forex trading? AvaTrade offers a […]

Published on: April 23, 2025 | Source: Mail & Guardian Africa favicon Mail & Guardian Africa

Timing the Rand: A South African perspective on monthly NFP trading strategies

The United States Non-Farm Payrolls (NFP) report, released on the first Friday of each month, has long stood as one of the most influential economic indicators on the global stage. The data captures employment trends in sectors outside farming, military and government, offering a snapshot of U.S. labor market health. For traders worldwide, particularly in […]

Published on: April 23, 2025 | Source: Mail & Guardian Africa favicon Mail & Guardian Africa

Court rules against former environment minister over toxic air crisis

The supreme court of appeal has demanded action on Highveld air quality management plan

Published on: April 23, 2025 | Source: Mail & Guardian Africa favicon Mail & Guardian Africa

Will the next Pope be from Africa?

Despite having the world's fastest-growing Catholic population, odds are against Africa producing the next pontiff.

Published on: April 22, 2025 | Source: BBC Africa favicon BBC Africa

Will the next pope be from Africa?

Despite having the world's fastest-growing Catholic population, odds are against Africa producing the next pontiff.

Published on: April 22, 2025 | Source: BBC Africa favicon BBC Africa

Main opposition leader removed from Ivory Coast electoral list

A court argued Tidjane Thiam forfeited his Ivorian nationality when he became a French citizen in 1987.

Published on: April 22, 2025 | Source: BBC Africa favicon BBC Africa

Ghana president suspends chief justice in unprecedented move

An investigation has been launched into allegations against Gertrude Torkornoo, Ghana's third female chief justice.

Published on: April 22, 2025 | Source: BBC Africa favicon BBC Africa

Africa: Strengthening U.S.-Africa Trade - Navigating New Policies and Opportunities

[AGOA Civil Society Network] Washington, DC -- As we convene for the 10th Annual AGOA CSO Network Spring Conference, we find ourselves at a pivotal moment in U.S.-Africa trade relations. The theme, "Strengthening U.S.-Africa Trade and Economic Cooperation Under the Trump Administration," underscores the urgency and significance of our discussions.

Published on: April 22, 2025 | Source: AllAfrica favicon AllAfrica

Ethiopians are one shock away from catastrophe - UN

A lack of cash has forced the UN to halt live-saving aid to 650,000 women and children from May.

Published on: April 22, 2025 | Source: BBC Africa favicon BBC Africa

Madagascar: French President Macron Heads to Madagascar to Discuss Regional Cooperation and Development

[allAfrica] Cape Town -- French President Emmanuel Macron is set to arrive in Madagascar on Wednesday, April 23, for a two-day state visit aimed at strengthening bilateral relations and reinforcing France's role in the Indian Ocean region. The visit comes ahead of his participation in the Indian Ocean Commission (COI) Summit, on April 24, on the northern resort island of Nosy Be.

Published on: April 22, 2025 | Source: AllAfrica favicon AllAfrica

Congo-Brazzaville: How Congo-Brazzaville's Illegal Medicine Trade Crisis Can Be Tackled

[Premium Times] The country faces a public health crisis characterised by a poor supply of affordable medicines and too few pharmacies.

Published on: April 22, 2025 | Source: AllAfrica favicon AllAfrica

Nigeria: Enrollment Rises in Zamfara Nomadic Schools - Official

[Premium Times] In his remarks, the Zamfara commissioner reaffirmed the government's commitment to enhancing education in the state.

Published on: April 22, 2025 | Source: AllAfrica favicon AllAfrica