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Africa: Strengthening Partnerships to Combat Disease Outbreaks in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC)

[ad_1] Kinshasa — The Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention (Africa CDC) conducted a high-level mission from 9 to 10 February 2024 in Kinshasa, the Democratic Republic of Congo. The mission aimed to support government health initiatives through enhanced partnerships and collaboration in addressing emerging and endemic diseases. Recognizing the vital role of respectful and action-oriented partnerships outlined in the new public health order, Africa CDC and the Ministry of Health convened high-level partners to rally support for preventing […]

todayFebruary 13, 2024

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Africa: 25 Years, 224 Abuse Allegations, No Peace – DRC Kicks Out UN Peacekeeping Mission

[ad_1] Goma, Democratic Republic of Congo — The longtime mission leaves a complex legacy, providing safety to displaced populations even as some peacekeepers stood accused of sexual abuse. While some celebrate their departure, others predict a dangerous security vacuum. At the end of September 2023, President Félix Tshisekedi called for withdrawal of a peacekeeping mission to Democratic Republic of Congo. Tshisekedi was speaking at the 78th Session of the United Nations General Assembly and was referring to MONUSCO, the United […]

todayFebruary 13, 2024

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Chinese convict escapes from hospital in Ghana

[ad_1] A Chinese convict who is serving a one-year jail term for theft in Ghana, has escaped. Wang Xiao absconded while receiving medical care at a hospital in the capital, Accra. He was being held at the Nsawam Prison in the south of the country. Officials of the Ghana Prisons Service say he reported being sick last Wednesday and was taken to a nearby hospital. But he escaped from the […]

todayFebruary 13, 2024

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Ethiopia: Hope fades as operation to rescue trapped miners enters day four

[ad_1] Hope is fading as an operation to save over 20 miners trapped in northern Ethiopia enters the fourth day without any success. The over 20 artisanal miners were trapped in the Delanta district while searching for opal gemstones. It is however not clear the exact number of individuals trapped, and the challenging terrain has made rescue efforts difficult. Hundreds of locals are trying to dig openings for the miners, […]

todayFebruary 13, 2024

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Africa: Trademark Africa Gets Sh10.1bn to Advance Sustainable Trade, Economic Inclusivity

[ad_1] Nairobi — African Aid-for-Trade Organization TradeMark Africa has received Sh10.1 billion ($63 million) from the Dutch government to advance sustainable trade and economic inclusivity in Africa. The firm says that the funds, which will last up to 2030, will drive green, sustainable economic growth, foster innovative trade practices, and promote inclusive trade across the continent. "TradeMark Africa will significantly contribute to a more inclusive and prosperous trade landscape for the African continent, benefiting both African and Dutch businesses," Marchel […]

todayFebruary 13, 2024

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Africa: The Kremlin’s Efforts to Spread Deadly Disinformation in Africa

[ad_1] Today, the U.S. Department of State's Global Engagement Center is exposing Russia's intelligence services for providing material support and guidance to "African Initiative," a new information agency focused on Africa-Russia relations that has spread disinformation regarding the United States and European countries. The Kremlin's disinformation campaign in Africa: In addition to its own staff, African Initiative recruits African journalists, bloggers, and members of local publics to support and amplify the organization's work of bolstering Russia's image and denigrating that […]

todayFebruary 13, 2024

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