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Thousands of African migrants drown every year across multiple maritime routes, and high numbers persist despite efforts by European countries to curb illegal small boat crossings, particularly those originating from western and northern Africa. This story is written and edited by Global South World According to the Spanish non-governmental organisation Caminando Fronteras, 30 people died […]
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Nigeria has officially introduced Lenacapavir, a groundbreaking twice-yearly injection set to transform the country’s HIV prevention strategy by replacing daily oral medication with a more convenient bi-annual regimen. This story is written and edited by the Global South World team At a launch event in Abuja themed “Flagging off the future of HIV prevention,” the […]
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A young triathlete from DR Congo has launched an ambitious cycling journey to promote peace and unity across Africa. This story is written and edited by the Global South World team 23-year-old Miguel Masaisai set off from Goma as part of his “Pedalling for Peace” initiative, aiming to cross 17 countries and reach Rabat. Coming […]
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Central Bank of Congo Governor Andre Wameso has defended the government’s decision to ban cash transactions in foreign currencies, saying the move is aimed at strengthening the Congolese franc and tackling illicit financial flows. This story is written and edited by Global South World Speaking at a brief meeting, Wameso questioned the large volumes of […]
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A proposal by the United States to provide health support to countries in exchange for access to patient data has raised concerns among governments and experts, particularly in the Global South. This story is written and edited by Global South World The proposal involves renewed US support to help countries address diseases such as HIV, […]
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Drought conditions continue to displace thousands of Somalis from their homes, yet the resources to contain the growing humanitarian crisis are dwindling. This deepens an already complex situation, with no clear remedy in sight. This story is written and edited by Global South World Drought conditions continue to displace thousands of Somalis from their homes, […]
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African leaders and international organisations gathered in Addis Ababa to boost cooperation on science, technology and innovation for sustainable development. The Eighth African Science, Technology and Innovation Forum brought together key stakeholders including the African Union Commission and the African Development Bank, with calls to improve governance and scale up implementation across the continent. Monica […]
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A group of African economies is set to post some of the world’s strongest growth rates in 2026, led by Ethiopia and Guinea, as investment, reforms and resource exports drive momentum across the continent, according to projections from the International Monetary Fund. Story by Global South World Ethiopia is expected to top the list with real GDP […]
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The 2026 London Marathon delivered a familiar storyline with historic proportions: African runners once again dominated the world-famous race, claiming top positions and delivering record-breaking performances. This story is written and edited by Global South World Kenya’s Sabastian Sawe produced a landmark performance, becoming the first man to run a marathon under two hours in […]
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Nine-year-old Atlehang Malemane is heading to Sri Lanka. Just weeks ago, that trip was uncertain. Now, after a crowdfunding push that brought in more than R105,000 (about $6,307), the South African chess prodigy has secured her place at the Commonwealth Chess Championships 2026, set for May 16 to May 26. This story is written and […]
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