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Africa

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Business / Economics

Ojoma Ochai talks innovation during Namibia visit

Co-Creation Hub is helping Africa move towards a future of innovation and growth by using technology in different sectors. The hub also supports creative entrepreneurs with programs to prepare for investment, build ecosystems, and conduct research. The hub’s Managing Director, Ojoma Ochai talks about her visit to Namibia.  

todayOctober 15, 2024 24

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President Joe Biden oteya oku talelapo mo Angola.

Omupresident wa US Joe Biden, moshivike twa taalela okwa teelelika akakale atalelapo oshi shiindalongo Angola. Omukwateli komesho woshilongo sha US ota kakala mo Angola okudja mo 13-15 October 2024, osho shatalika tashi ka kala olweendo laye lotete okuuya moilyolongo ya Africa,  okudja nghene aanifililwe oku kala omukwateli komesho woshilongo osho. Olweendo laye oleya konima yokudja molweendo ko   Berlin, oko Biden atalika aliko talalakanene oku nghonopeka ekwatafano noshilongo Gemany nokwa […]

todayOctober 4, 2024 15

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South Africa

SA’s Ramaphosa outlines G20 priorities at the United Nations

South African President Cyril Ramaphosa says his country will focus on climate financing, United Nations reform, and fair vaccine distribution as it prepares to assume the presidency of the G20 summit next year. Speaking at the UN General Assembly, he highlighted the urgency of addressing Africa’s under-development and tackling global inequality.  

todaySeptember 26, 2024 30

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Namibia

President Nangolo Mbumba calls for action at Summit of the Future

President Nangolo Mbumba, speaking at the Summit of the Future, said it represents a timely and pressing call to choose a path toward peace, prosperity, and sustainable development. In his opening address at the summit, which Namibia is co-facilitating with Germany, President Mbumba urged UN member states to pool their resources and tackle global crises directly.     Meanwhile, African countries are struggling with crippling debt burdens, spending more on […]

todaySeptember 24, 2024 55

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Africa is the world’s largest market for Guinness beer – how its ad campaigns exploit men

    By Jordanna Matlon, American University   Africa is the world’s largest market for Guinness beer (and Nigeria is second only to Britain for the most consumers in one country). The Irish brand’s success on the continent is regarded as a trailblazing business model. And that has a lot to do with their advertising campaigns over the years. Award-winning sociologist Jordanna Matlon recently published a research paper that analyses […]

todaySeptember 23, 2024 14

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Africans who apply for Schengen visas face high rejection rates – migration scholar explains why

    By Mehari Taddele Maru, European University Institute   Africans face a high rejection rate for visas to enter the Schengen group of countries. The group is made up of 29 European countries that have officially abolished border controls at their mutual borders. A Schengen visa is an entry permit for non-EU nationals which would allow them to make a short, temporary visit of up to 90 days in […]

todaySeptember 20, 2024 20

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WHO approves first Mpox vaccine for Africa

The World Health Organization has approved the use of an Mpox vaccine for the first time, which it says should facilitate “timely and increased access” for millions at risk in Africa where the latest outbreak has infected more than 20,000 so far this year. Matt Wells from UN news reports.  

todaySeptember 16, 2024 17

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Global media tell only part of Africa’s story – new report shows which outlets perform best and worst

    By Wallace Chuma, University of Cape Town and Trust Matsilele, Birmingham City University     Media coverage of Africa has always been dominated by narratives of disease, poverty, conflict and political instability. These portrayals, rooted in colonial histories, continue to shape global perceptions and policy decisions. A nuanced and comprehensive analysis of how Africa is represented in global news could help change this. It could present a more […]

todaySeptember 12, 2024 15

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World

Chinese and Russian disinformation flourishes in some African countries – anti-US sentiment helps it take hold

  By Dani Madrid-Morales, University of Sheffield; Herman Wasserman, Stellenbosch University, and Saifuddin Ahmed, Nanyang Technological University   The spread of disinformation is one of the biggest risks to societies. Recent examples have been conspiracy narratives about COVID-19 vaccinations and false claims about Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. The trend is linked partly to competition among world powers, which is being played out in Africa too. Across the continent, multiple foreign […]

todaySeptember 5, 2024 17

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