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African Societies Survived Climate Shifts for Millennia by Diversifying How They Lived
State of the Planet
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June 25, 2025
Livelihood diversity wasn’t just a feature of ancient African societies—it was key to survival. New research covering millennia of African history reveals that livelihood diversification enabled ancient societies across the continent to adapt to...
Africa envisions superior trade standard in ARSO General Meeting
Daily News Tanzania
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June 25, 2025
ZANZIBAR: IMPROVING trade standard is the banner of the 31st Annual General Meeting of the African Organization for Standardization (ARSO) that commenced today, June 25, 2025, in Zanzibar, drawing delegates from across the continent. The event,...
Africa hosts high-level forum to boost climate resilience
The Sun Nigeria
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June 25, 2025
From Sola Ojo, Abuja The African Union Commission (AUC), in partnership with the European Union (EU) and the African Ministerial Conference on Meteorology (AMCOMET), is hosting a joint forum to strengthen access to climate and weather services...
Africa scores a spot on the global stage with 2025 PUBG Mobile Africa Cup
The Standard
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For the first time in esports history, African mobile gamers will have a direct path to the world’s biggest mobile gaming stage — the PUBG MOBILE Global Championship (PMGC). PlayerUnknown’s Battlegrounds Mobile (PUBG Mobile), is a competitive...
Africa CDC commends health partnerships with China
The Malaysian Star
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June 25, 2025
HARARE, June 25 (Xinhua) -- An official from the Africa Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (Africa CDC) on Wednesday hailed China as an excellent partner for the regional health organization. On the sidelines of the fourth annual regional...
Africa CDC urges countries to strengthen public health systems
The Malaysian Star
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June 25, 2025
HARARE, June 25 (Xinhua) -- The Africa Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (Africa CDC) on Wednesday urged African countries to bolster their public health systems in preparation for future pandemics and health threats. Speaking at the...
African Dev. Bank projects S. Sudan GDP growth amidst oil recovery hopes
Eye Radio
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June 25, 2025
Author: Emmanuel J. Akile | Published: 4 hours ago Representatives from the African Development Bank, Professor Robert Mayom Deng. Vice Chancellor of the University of Juba, and other senior officials unveil the Country Focus Report 2025 in Juba...
Community honors Juneteenth
Lincoln Times News - North Carolina
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June 24, 2025
A Juneteenth celebration was held Thursday night at Tucker’s Grove Campground in Iron Station. Justin Lowery explained to the crowd that the holiday commemorates when the news of freedom reached Galveston, Texas letting the last of the enslaved...
African leaders to US: ‘We’re not seeking aid’ … demands equal partnership
New Era
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LUANDA – Africa’s top leaders delivered a united and uncompromising message to the United States (US) on Monday. They said the era of donor dependency is over and the future must be built on mutual respect, investment and co-created prosperity....
Africa needs strong financial institutions, Afreximbank senior VP says
NewsDay Zimbabwe
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Afreximbank senior vice-president Denys Denya Africa needs strong financial institutions to act as a shock absorber amid a new world order characterised by geopolitical tensions and protectionism, Afreximbank senior vice-president Denys Denya said...
Planting hope and achievement in some of Africa’s most hostile refugee camps
New African Magazine
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June 25, 2025
An inspired programme set up in the teeming refugee camps in north Kenya is working with the youth and local communities to mitigate the devastating effects of climate change while acquiring invaluable lifestyle skills. Bamuturaki Musinguzi was...
Moving Notting Hill Carnival to Hyde Park would wrench it from the community and history at its heart
The Conversation
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June 25, 2025
Today’s Notting Hill Carnival, first held in its streets in 1966 when it was led by a Trinidadian steel band, is a glorious cultural blend. It’s a hotch-potch of traditions, music, dancing and food which commemorates the history of black British...
Africa must strengthen institutions to develop – Shettima
News Diary Online
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June 25, 2025
By Vivian Ihechu The Vice-President, Kashim Shettima, has charged African nations to strengthen institutions, especially development financial institutions, to navigate the turbulent global landscape and secure economic future. Shettima,...
Mamdani’s victory in NYC Democratic primary celebrated as historic
My Central Jersey - New Jersey
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If he wins the general election in November, Mamdani will be the first South Asian, African-born, Muslim and democratic socialist to govern America’s largest city. The 33-year-old Mamdani garnered support from a diverse coalition, including many...
King of Eswatini pushes for strong collaboration between political and traditional leadership for sustained development
Joy FM
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June 25, 2025
The King of Eswatini, King Mswati III, has admonished political leaders to leverage on the peaceful co-existence with the chieftaincy institution to develop the country. To him, the lifetime tenure of the chiefs should aid continuity in...
Afreximbank charges African countries to expedite action on industrialization
Prompt News Online
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June 25, 2025
By Tony Obiechina Abuja The African Export-Import Bank (AFREXIM Bank) has called on African countries to redouble their efforts towards industrialisation of the continent. AFREXIM Bank’s Senior Executive, Denny’s Danya, made the call at the...
Business leaders eye big ticket projects at U.S.-Africa Summit in Angola
CNBC Africa
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June 25, 2025
The recently concluded U.S.-Africa Business Summit in Angola has laid the groundwork for a surge in American investments across the African continent. As the global business landscape continues to evolve post-pandemic, U.S. companies are eyeing...
Study highlights high antimicrobial resistance rates, limited data, in African countries
CIDRAP
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June 25, 2025
A study of antimicrobial susceptibility data from African countries shows high levels of antimicrobial resistance (AMR) in critical and high-priority bacteria, with substantial variations observed across countries. The study, published yesterday...
Gama: Infrastructure vital to Africa’s industries, curb emigration
CNBC Africa
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June 25, 2025
At the forefront of building a resilient and forward-looking African continent is the enhancement of infrastructure, suggests Angelo Gama, the CEO of Angola Cables. Speaking to CNBC Africa at the US Africa Business Summit in Angola, Gama...
Ogilvy Africa Network Wins at the Africa Company of the Year Awards (ACOYA) 2025
Media Update
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June 25, 2025
Ogilvy Africa Network has been awarded as one of the winners in the 2025 edition of the Africa Company of the Year Awards (ACOYA). This recognition celebrates innovation, impact and leadership across the continent's dynamic business landscape....