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Lioness Kills Girl Near Nairobi National Park, Sparking Concerns Over Human-Wildlife Conflict

A 14-year-old girl was killed by a lioness that entered her home near Nairobi National Park in Kenya on Saturday night, prompting authorities to launch a search and implement enhanced security measures, including electric fences and AI-powered warning systems, to mitigate human-wildlife conflict exa...

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Life on Land
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Sudan's Humanitarian Crisis: 12.4 Million Displaced, Urgent Global Action Needed

The three-year-long war in Sudan has resulted in the world's largest humanitarian crisis, forcing 12.4 million people from their homes, with children comprising over half of the displaced population. Widespread famine and disease, coupled with a tenfold increase in grave child rights violations, hig...

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Africa's Earthquake Preparedness: A Critical Analysis

The recent Myanmar earthquake underscores Africa's seismic vulnerability, with experts highlighting inadequate preparedness, including insufficient monitoring and reactive policies, while geological features like the East African Rift and volatile lakes increase risks.

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Kabila Properties Searched Amidst Rising Tensions in Eastern DRC

Congolese authorities searched two properties belonging to former President Joseph Kabila on April 17th, amid escalating tensions related to his planned return to the conflict-ridden east, partly controlled by the M23 rebel group; the searches, according to a family spokesperson, yielded no incrimin...

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Former Credit Suisse CEO to Run for Ivory Coast President

Tidjane Thiam, former Credit Suisse CEO and PDCI candidate, will contest Ivory Coast's presidential election in October, facing a challenge due to his long absence from the country and past controversies, while incumbent Alassane Ouattara is likely to seek re-election despite prominent rivals being ...

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Liberia Launches Mpox Vaccination Campaign in Sinje After Confirmed Case

Following a confirmed Mpox case in an 11-month-old girl in Sinje, Liberia, a vaccination campaign using over 10,000 doses provided by Africa CDC has started, targeting vulnerable populations to prevent wider spread; no deaths have been reported despite the international health emergency declaration.

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DRC Suspends Kabila's Party, Seizes Assets Amidst M23 Conflict

The Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) suspended former President Joseph Kabila's party, the PPRD, and seized his assets, accusing him of high treason for alleged ties to the M23 rebel group; this follows reports of Kabila's return to the DRC after two years abroad and amidst ongoing conflict in the...

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Over 3 Million Children Died in 2022 Due to Antibiotic Resistance

A new study reveals that over 3 million children died in 2022 from drug-resistant infections, a tenfold increase over three years, with Africa and Southeast Asia disproportionately affected; this highlights the urgent need for improved antibiotic stewardship and the development of new treatments.

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Trump Tariffs Jeopardize AGOA, Spurring African Economic Diversification

US tariffs on African goods threaten the renewal of the African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA), prompting calls for increased African self-reliance and South-South cooperation to mitigate potential economic consequences.

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Decent Work and Economic Growth
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Zimbabwe: Open for Business, Beyond the Headlines

Zimbabwe, celebrating its 45th Independence Day, is actively attracting foreign investment through economic reforms and showcasing its vast natural resources, including lithium and fertile land, despite past challenges and negative media portrayals.

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Musk Accuses South Africa of Discrimination, Blocking Starlink

Elon Musk accused South Africa of racial discrimination for blocking Starlink's operation, citing the country's Black economic empowerment laws; however, South African authorities claim Starlink never applied for the necessary licenses.

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Burkina Faso's Musical Diversity: Three New Albums Showcase Innovation and Tradition

Three new albums from Burkina Faso artists—Kanazoé Orkestra's Balabeatz (blending balafon with urban music), Diya Faso's Dounuya (celebrating peace in Manding music), and Kaito Winse's Reele Bumbou (showcasing griot traditions)—were released in early 2024, highlighting the country's diverse musical ...

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