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Germany has pledged to donate 100,000 doses of mpox vaccine to help combat the outbreak in Africa, according to a government spokesperson. The donation includes immediate support to affected countries, prioritizing delivery to the DRC, Burundi, and other East African nations. In addition, Germany will provide financial aid to the World Health Organization (WHO) and […]
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The Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) will not receive its anticipated delivery of mpox vaccines this week. Cris Kacita, head of the DRC’s response team, confirmed the delay, citing ongoing regulatory processes required before the vaccines can be shipped. The Congolese pharmaceutical regulatory agency is awaiting guidance from Bavarian Nordic, the Danish drugmaker producing […]
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East African Community (EAC) leaders gathered at State House, Nairobi, for the launch of Raila Odinga’s candidacy for chairperson of the African Union Commission (AUC). Kenyan President William Ruto hosted the event, marking the start of Odinga’s campaign for the February 2025 election, where he aims to replace the outgoing chair, Moussa Faki Mahamat. Key […]
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The ceasefire between Congolese forces and the M23 rebel group in the eastern Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) has collapsed, with clashes intensifying near key areas between Lake Edward and Lake Kivu. The M23, backed by Rwanda, has captured significant territory, including the strategically important town of Kirumba, despite the ceasefire agreed upon in July. […]
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Mozambique has begun a 45-day campaign ahead of its October 9 presidential and parliamentary elections, where over 17 million voters will select a new leader to succeed President Filipe Nyusi. Daniel Chapo, the ruling Frelimo party’s candidate, faces strong competition from independent Venâncio Mondlane, as well as Ossufo Momade of Renamo and Lutero Simango of […]
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A catastrophic dam collapse in eastern Sudan has claimed at least 30 lives and likely many more, with surging floodwaters devastating 20 villages. The Arbaat Dam, overwhelmed by torrential rains on August 25, failed around 40 km north of Port Sudan, which serves as the country’s de facto capital and major aid hub. The flooding, […]
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Nigerian regulators are expected to approve Exxon Mobil Corp.’s $1.3 billion sale of its oil and gas assets to Seplat Energy Plc within the next four months. The deal, which has been pending since 2022, would significantly bolster Seplat’s production capacity, nearly quadrupling its output to over 130,000 barrels per day. Although former President Muhammadu […]
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Nigeria’s Afrobeats scene is thriving globally, with stars like Burna Boy and Rema headlining international festivals. This success is bolstered by global music giants like Sony and Universal, who have established a strong presence in Lagos, turning the city into a music powerhouse. However, while top artists are enjoying unprecedented success, the industry’s transformation has […]
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Release Cotta, Ensure Access to Medical Care, Investigate Abuse Allegations Cameroon’s authorities and security forces forcibly disappeared Ramon Cotta, a social media activist, and apparently tortured him, Human Rights Watch said today. Cotta, born Yves Kibouy Bershu, has been living in Gabon for the past 10 years, where he also went by the name of […]
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Copyright Anja Niedringhaus/AP2009 SWITZERLAND, Geneva, 27 August 2024 /African Media Agency (AMA)/- WHO has developed a tool to assist countries in strengthening their multisectoral operational core capabilities to detect and respond quickly and effectively. Being ready at any time to detect and respond decreases the impact of an emergency and allows the country and its communities […]
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JOHANNESBURG, South Africa, 27 August 2024 -/African Media Agency(AMA)/- Radio stations seeking to grow their audiences need to step out of the echo chamber of feedback given by their most loyal listeners if they are seeking to expand their listenership and reach. While loyalists’ feedback is valuable, seeking alternate viewpoints and insights from occasional listeners, or even those […]
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The Nigerian Police have confirmed that twenty medical students abducted on August 15 while traveling to a convention in Benue State have been freed. The students, from the University of Maiduguri and the University of Jos, were seized by gunmen who demanded a ransom for their release. The incident happened near Otukpo, Benue State. According […]
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