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Ancient DNA Reveals Genetically Isolated Saharan Population

Complete DNA from two 7,000-year-old bodies found in a Libyan cave reveals a previously unknown, genetically isolated population in the Sahara, challenging assumptions about ancient migration patterns in the region despite evidence of some cultural exchange.

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Life on Land
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Zimbabwe's Village Health Workers Combat Rising Childhood Non-Communicable Diseases

In Zimbabwe, approximately 20,000 volunteer Village Health Workers (VHWs) combat the rising burden of childhood non-communicable diseases (NCDs) by providing essential education, screenings, and referrals in underserved rural communities, improving early detection and access to care, particularly fo...

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Good Health and Well-being
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Trump's Tariffs Devastate Africa's Poorest

President Trump's new tariffs impose rates as high as 50 percent on some of Africa's poorest countries, such as Lesotho and Madagascar, threatening their textile industries and worsening poverty; the formula seems to punish countries too poor to import many U.S. products.

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No Poverty
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Hybrid's Zambro Chickens Boost Food Security in Rural Zambia

Hybrid poultry company, in partnership with the World Poultry Foundation, introduced its fast-growing Zambro chicken breed to approximately 200 farmers in Kambwamba, Zambia, resulting in over 20 immediate sales and highlighting the need for sustainable agricultural solutions amidst reduced internati...

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Zero Hunger
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Surge in African Students Studying in China

The number of African students studying in China has significantly increased due to expanded scholarships, China's affordability, and the growing demand for Chinese language proficiency, contributing to various sectors in African nations.

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Quality Education
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Africa's First AI Factory to Boost AI Development

Cassava Technologies, founded by Strive Masiyiwa, is partnering with Nvidia to build Africa's first AI factory, deploying Nvidia's supercomputers in data centers across South Africa, Egypt, Kenya, Morocco and Nigeria from June, to address the continent's lack of computing power hindering its AI deve...

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Reduced Inequality
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Ancient Sahara DNA Reveals Isolated Population

Complete DNA from two 7,000-year-old female skeletons unearthed in a Libyan cave reveals a previously unknown population that lived in isolation for millennia in the Sahara, despite evidence suggesting some cultural exchange with other groups.

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No Poverty
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Trump Advisor's Visit to DRC Amidst M23 Rebellion

During a visit to Kinshasa by Massad Boulos, senior advisor to President Trump for Africa, amid the worsening security situation in eastern DRC where M23 rebels occupy Goma and Bukavu, the DRC highlighted the need for peace to secure a US-DRC mining and security agreement.

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Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions
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South Sudan Civil War Looms, Underscoring Need for Robust UN Peacekeeping

Renewed tensions in South Sudan threaten to reignite civil war, adding to instability in the Sahel and neighboring countries, highlighting the critical need for effective UN peacekeeping missions in Africa.

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Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions
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Surge in African Students Studying in China

The number of African students studying in China has significantly increased due to expanded scholarships, China's affordability, and the rising demand for Chinese language proficiency, leading to contributions in various sectors in African countries and fostering stronger bilateral ties.

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Quality Education
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Niger's Domestic Copper Mining Push Amidst Anti-Western Trend in Sahel

Niger's government granted a local firm the license to mine copper in the Agadez desert, aiming for economic growth and reduced reliance on foreign companies; however, security concerns and lack of expertise pose challenges, mirroring similar trends in Mali and Burkina Faso, all amidst an anti-Weste...

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Decent Work and Economic Growth
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Trump's Tariffs Hit African Exports, Raising AGOA Uncertainty

President Trump's new tariffs impose a 10% base tariff on all imports, with higher rates for specific countries, including African nations like Lesotho (50%), South Africa (30%), and the Ivory Coast (21%), significantly impacting their exports to the US and raising concerns about the future of the A...

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Decent Work and Economic Growth

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