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AU Calls for Unity to Tackle Africa's Development and Security Challenges Amidst Global Uncertainty

African Union officials, meeting in Addis Ababa, emphasized the need for increased continental unity to address development and security challenges amid global uncertainties, including the Ukraine crisis and internal African conflicts, highlighting the importance of strengthening the AU and multilat...

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Cholera Resurgence: 2024 Cases Surge 50%, Vaccine Shortages Exacerbate Crisis

The World Health Organization reported a near 50% increase in cholera cases in 2024 (804,721) compared to 2023 (535,321), with deaths also rising from 4,007 to 5,805; scientists estimate far higher numbers annually, and six countries requested vaccines from a depleted global stockpile in 2025, highl...

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Guinea's Junta Consolidates Power Amidst Repression and Propaganda

Following a 2021 coup in Guinea, General Mamady Doumbouya's regime is consolidating power through the suppression of opposition and a state-backed propaganda campaign, despite initial promises of a return to constitutional rule by the end of 2024; opposition figures are detained, media licenses revo...

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Uganda Reports Nine Ebola Cases, One Death

As of February 7th, nine Ebola cases, including one death, have been confirmed in Uganda, with 265 contacts under quarantine; health authorities are conducting contact tracing and a clinical trial for a vaccine to combat the Sudan strain outbreak.

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Africa Launches AI Council to Bridge the Digital Divide

The African Union is establishing an AI council to address the continent's significant lag in artificial intelligence development, aiming to leverage AI to improve sectors like healthcare and education, despite challenges such as limited digital infrastructure and skilled labor shortages.

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28 Migrants Found Dead in Libya Mass Grave

In southeastern Libya, near Koufra, authorities discovered a mass grave containing the bodies of 28 sub-Saharan African migrants and rescued 76 others from an illegal detention center run by a human trafficking ring; three suspects have been arrested.

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M23 Rebellion in Congo Risks Regional Conflict

Rwanda-backed M23 rebels captured Goma, escalating a conflict that risks involving more nations; a regional summit failed to produce strong solutions, raising concerns of broader instability in mineral-rich eastern Congo.

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Madagascar's Unexpected Caviar Success Story

Delphyne Dabezies's Acipenser, defying initial skepticism, produces high-end caviar in Madagascar's Lake Mantasoa, utilizing the lake's unique climate and now supplying luxury restaurants worldwide, creating jobs and promoting environmental sustainability.

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Madagascar's Acipenser: A Disruptor in the Global Caviar Market

Delphyne Dabezies's Acipenser, established in 2008 in Madagascar, produces high-end caviar from Lake Mantasoa, challenging traditional sources and now supplying luxury restaurants globally after overcoming initial disbelief from the industry.

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South Sudan President Dismisses Top Officials, Raising Stability Concerns

South Sudanese President Salva Kiir unexpectedly dismissed two vice presidents, the spy chief, and other officials, citing no reasons, raising concerns about political stability in the oil-rich nation which has faced repeated postponements of elections and fragile peace agreements.

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US Funding Freeze Could Cause Massive HIV Surge

UNAIDS warns that a US funding freeze for global HIV/AIDS programs could lead to 8.7 million new HIV infections and 6.3 million AIDS-related deaths by 2029, reversing years of progress and causing widespread job losses among healthcare workers.

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Niger Junta to Determine Transition Length Amidst Increased NGO Control

Niger's military junta will hold "national meetings" from February 15-19 to determine the length of its transition, following the 2023 coup that ousted President Mohamed Bazoum; the junta also increased control over NGOs, potentially impacting aid delivery.

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