US troops to leave Niger

US troops to leave Niger

The United States and Niger have agreed that American troops will leave the country "no later" than 15 September, they announced in a joint statement on Sunday. According to the BBC, the two countries "reached a disengagement agreement to effect the withdrawal of U.S. forces, which has already begun". The US has relied on Niger as its primary base for monitoring regional jihadist activity.

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APO International

Africa-Paris Declaration on Energy Transition, Climate Justice and Energy Poverty

[[{"value":"African civil society, human rights groups, environmental groups, governments and the private sector stand firm in their commitment to align Africa's efforts in combating energy poverty and fostering industrialization, all while advocating for a just energy transition and ensuring climate justice. This steadfast commitment was underscored by the conclusion of the Invest in African Energy forum held in Paris on May 15. Throughout the forum, key stakeholders from across the […]

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Business / Economics

Namibia slips in mining investment appeal

The latest Fraser Institute Survey of Mining Companies has found that various African countries, including Namibia, have declined in their investment attractiveness for mining exploration. The libertarian-conservative Canadian public policy think tank and registered charity headquartered in Vancouver's, 2023 annual mining survey assesses the impact of mineral endowments and policy factors on attitudes toward exploration investment. According to the survey results, Namibia’s score decreased from 59.88 last year to 56.43 […]

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Africa

Ruto’s historic US visit faces scrutiny over domestic issues

Kenya's President William Ruto is set to embark on a historic state visit to the US on 23 May 2024, marking the first visit by an African leader since Ghana’s John Kufuor in 2008. This visit underscores Ruto’s growing influence in the West and his role as a prominent voice for Africa. Since his election as president in 2022, Ruto has elevated his international profile through advocacy on climate issues […]

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World

UN Economists warn of “resource curse” in net-zero transition

Economists at the UN Department of Economic and Social Affairs warn that people in mineral-rich countries crucial for the global transition to a net-zero carbon economy may suffer from a new "resource curse," where wealth fails to alleviate poverty. The findings were part of the department's latest economic prediction released on 16 May 2024. Hamid Rashid, the lead economist at DESA. According to the World Economic Situation and Prospects as of […]

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Namibia

Namibia lifts ban on poultry imports from South Africa

The Directorate of Veterinary Services under the Ministry of Agriculture, Water, and Land Reform has lifted its ban on poultry meat imports from South Africa. According to Chief Veterinary Officer Albertina Shilongo, only poultry meat originating from bio-secure poultry farms will be permitted to be imported into Namibia. Namibia is reported to consume an estimated 2,500 tons of chicken every month, relying mainly on imports from South Africa.

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Health / Medical

Cancer Association disputes vaccine-cancer link claims

CEO of the Cancer Association of Namibia, Rolf Hansen has expressed shock at an anonymous voice recording circulating on social media. He clarified that neither the association nor the National Cancer Registry has data matching the information in the message. The voiceover suggests a link between mRNA vaccines and cancer cases, but Hansen stressed there is no basis for such claims.

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APO International

Swift and effective response to acute diarrhoea disease in Adigrat, Ethiopia

[[{"value":"In the face of health crises, timely and coordinated responses are imperative to safeguard communities from the devastating effects of outbreaks. The recent Acute Diarrhoea Disease in Adigrat, Ethiopia, underscored the critical role of proactive measures and collaborative efforts in containing infectious diseases. Led by the World Health Organization (WHO) Adigrat sub-office and Zonal Task Force, the response to the acute diarrhoea disease exemplified a model of effective coordination and […]

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APO International

Liberia: Foreign Minister Beysolow Nyanti Attends Ivoirian-Liberian Cooperation Commission Meeting in Cote D’Ivoire

[[{"value":"In an effort to strengthen the relations of fraternity, friendship, and cooperation between the Republic of Cote d’Ivoire and the Republic of Liberia, the seventh session of the joint Ivoirian-Liberian cooperation commission was held on May 16 and 17, 2024, in Abidjan. The Ivorian delegation was led by His Excellency Mr. Leon Kacou Adom, Minister of Foreign Affairs, African Integration, and Ivoirians abroad, and the Republic of Cote d’Ivoire. The […]

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