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[ad_1] United Nations — As the UN continues its never-ending saga on the reform of the Security Council (UNSC), one of the political anomalies that keeps cropping up is the absence of Africa, among the five permanent members (P5)--a privilege bestowed only on the US, UK, France, China and the Russian Federation. The African continent, which has been shut out, consists of 55 states with a total population of over 1.4 billion people. Providing a list of his "priorities for […]
[ad_1] “The president cannot extend his term of office, not even by one day”. These were the words of Senegal's president, Macky Sall before his election in 2012, but has he gone back on his word? Senegal is in political turmoil since its leader postponed the February 2024 elections, with critics saying the move is just another way for Mr Sall to cling onto power.Produced by Marina DarasEdited by Kaine […]
[ad_1] The 10th Conference of the Parties (COP10) to the World Health Organization’s (WHO) Framework Convention on Tobacco Control (FCTC) is currently taking place in Panama, until February 10, 2024. COP10 discussions hold the key to shaping the future of reduced-risk tobacco and nicotine products encompassing a range of alternatives such as nicotine vapes, snus, nicotine pouches, and heated tobacco products. Within this context, taxation emerges as a pivotal issue with the WHO advocating for a unified tax approach on […]
[ad_1] The 10th Conference of the Parties (COP10) to the World Health Organization's (WHO) Framework Convention on Tobacco Control (FCTC) is currently held in Panama until February 10th, 2024, and amidst the discussions on tobacco control, a complex debate unfolds regarding the influence of Bloomberg Philanthropies in the policymaking. Founded by Michael Bloomberg, Bloomberg Philanthropies has since 2005, "invested $1.58 billion to fight tobacco use, working with a global network of partners to prevent tobacco-related illnesses and save lives ", […]
[ad_1] The picturesque Alassane Ouattara Stadium in Abidjan on Sunday is the setting for a titanic battle pitting bullish Nigeria against buoyant hosts Ivory Coast in the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations (Afcon) final. This heavyweight showdown sees two great rivals collide for the second time at this tournament with continental glory at stake. Rejuvenated hosts Ivory Coast edged Democratic Republic of Congo (DR Congo) 1-0 in their tense semi-final on Wednesday night, thanks to a Sebastien Haller strike midway […]
[ad_1] The cholera crisis has engulfed southern Africa. As cases surge across Zambia, Zimbabwe, Malawi, Mozambique, and the Democratic Republic of the Congo, lack of clean water and sanitation continue to threaten lives. In Brondo in the southeastern Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), accessing clean water is essential for survival. Despite enjoying rich rainfall for much of the year, the region lacks proper water treatment. For residents like Betty, access to sanitation and treated water therefore is extremely limited. […]
[ad_1] Addis Ababa, Feb. 8 (Xinhua) — At least 34 African leaders and heads of international institutions are expected to attend the upcoming African Union (AU) Summit, the Ethiopian Ministry of Foreign Affairs said on Thursday. The AU has announced that the 37th Ordinary Session of the Assembly of the Heads of State and Government is scheduled to be held in the Ethiopian capital of Addis Ababa on Feb. 17-18. The 44th Ordinary Session of the Executive Council, which brings […]
[ad_1] U.S., African and international partners should join to help Senegalese defend constitutional rule. The sudden actions by Senegal's president to postpone this month's presidential election by 10 months threaten to seriously undermine political stability and peace in a nation that has been a resilient democracy in West Africa, where multiple military coups d'état have occurred in recent years. This move poses risks of authoritarianism, violence and economic setbacks for Senegal's 17 million people, and deeper regional insecurity. Friends of […]
