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Ireland Reports First Case of Highly Contagious Clade 1b Mpox Virus

Ireland confirmed its first case of the more dangerous Clade 1b Mpox virus, recently identified in the DRC and spreading through central Africa, highlighting the virus's global reach and potential for further spread despite low risk to general populations; the infected patient recently returned from...

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Rapid Ebola Outbreak Detection in Uganda Highlights Need for Enhanced Surveillance

Uganda is experiencing an Ebola outbreak caused by the Sudan Ebolavirus; the index case, a male nurse, died on January 29, 2025, prompting a WHO vaccine trial. While genetically distinct from the 2022 outbreak, the virus's origin remains unknown, prompting enhanced travel precautions.

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Goma Crisis: Fragile Ceasefire After M23 Capture, Humanitarian Crisis Remains

Following intense fighting between the M23 rebel group and the Congolese army in Goma, DRC, resulting in at least 900 deaths (UN), water and electricity have been restored; however, hospitals are overwhelmed, looting is widespread, and a fragile ceasefire is in place, raising concerns about further ...

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Russia Plans Expanded Cooperation with African Nations in 2025

In Moscow, Anton Kobyakov and Igor Morozov reviewed successful 2024 collaborations between Russia and African nations, including the Russia-Ethiopia business forum (November 12-14, 2024), and planned future projects focusing on infrastructure, cultural exchange, and business partnerships, with event...

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Partnerships for the Goals
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Niger Expels International Committee of the Red Cross

Niger's military junta expelled the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) on February 4th, 2024, closing its Niamey office and ordering the departure of expatriate staff, citing concerns about subversion and national sovereignty; the ICRC had operated in Niger since 1990, aiding victims of...

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UN Highlights Urgent Action Needed to End Female Genital Mutilation

On February 6th, International Day of Zero Tolerance for Female Genital Mutilation, the UN highlights that over 2 million girls under five undergo FGM yearly, with 5 million at risk in 2025; Maïmouna Coulibaly, a survivor, uses dance therapy to empower women.

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Gender Equality
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Sudanese Army Gains Ground Against RSF, but Humanitarian Crisis Persists

The Sudanese Armed Forces (SAF) have made significant gains against the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) in Khartoum, Omdurman, and Wad Madani, potentially marking a turning point in the conflict that began in April 2023, but the humanitarian crisis remains dire, with over 30 million people needing aid, a...

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Zero Hunger
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Trump Administration Dismantles USAID Programs Praised by First Lady and Ivanka Trump

Melania and Ivanka Trump previously praised USAID programs in Africa, but the current Trump administration seeks to dismantle them, viewing the agency as "a tremendous fraud," creating a stark policy contrast.

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Quality Education
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M23 Rebels Seize Town in Eastern Congo, Violating Ceasefire

Four news agencies reported that M23 rebels captured the mineral-rich town of Nyabibwe in South Kivu on Wednesday, violating their self-declared ceasefire and escalating the conflict towards Bukavu, despite claims that they had no intention of seizing Bukavu or other areas; approximately 2,900 peopl...

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Bob Marley's Enduring Legacy Celebrated in "One Love

Bob Marley, a Jamaican reggae musician who died in 1981, is celebrated in the 2024 film "One Love," highlighting his musical and cultural legacy, his Rastafarian faith, and his social activism that continues to inspire.

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Senegal to Rename Streets, Rejecting Colonial Legacy

Senegal will establish a government agency to rename streets and public squares, replacing colonial names with those of Senegalese figures; this follows the termination of a defense pact with France and reflects a wider trend in West Africa of reducing ties with France.

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Kenya's Safari Industry Transforms: Unique Experiences and Sustainable Tourism

Africa's safari industry is evolving as travelers seek unique, personalized experiences; Northern Kenya offers cultural safaris and conservation-focused tourism in locations like Samburuland and Laikipia; Zambia is gaining popularity due to affordability and accessibility.

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