Displaced Malawians sheltering in a field in Durban top 5 000
The number of Malawians sheltering in a field in Durban after xenophobic attacks swept parts of South Africa almost doubled between Wednesday and Thursday, reaching... Read more.
World Bank, IMF slash global growth forecasts citing Middle-East conflict
The World Bank and IMF on Thursday slashed key growth projections, warning that the conflict in the Middle East is weighing on the global economy, as rising energy... Read more.
China’s zero-tariff policy ‘boosts African exports and investment’
China’s zero-tariff treatment for 53 African countries is expected to create new opportunities for exports and investment across the continent, business insiders... Read more.
US President Donald Trump cancels Iran strikes, touts imminent deal
US President Donald Trump withdrew his threat of further strikes against Iran on Thursday and said a deal with Tehran to end the war could be signed in coming days.... Read more.
Burundi sees rise in HIV infections among youth as funding cuts bite
Health officials in Burundi have raised concerns over a rising number of HIV infections, particularly among young people, as reduced funding, stigma, and a decline... Read more.
Experts from China, DRC discuss cooperation on Ebola response
A Chinese medical expert team on Wednesday met with Jean-Jacques Muyembe, head of the National Institute of Biomedical Research of the Democratic Republic of the... Read more.
US and Iranian attacks dent ceasefire, sources say talks intensify
The US and Iran traded air attacks on Thursday, and President Donald Trump threatened more strikes if Tehran does not immediately agree to a peace deal, but Iranian... Read more.
World Cup visa barrier: Why Africans face a tougher road to US tournament
Somali referee Omar Abdulkadir Artan was denied entry to the US upon arrival at the airport, despite being set to become the first Somali official to referee a FIFA... Read more.
World Cup visa barrier: Why Africans face a tougher road to US tournament
Somali referee Omar Abdulkadir Artan was denied entry to the US upon arrival at the airport, despite being set to become the first Somali official to referee a FIFA... Read more.
Mozambique secures $450m funding from World Bank
The Mozambican government has signed five financing agreements with the World Bank worth a total of $450-million to enhance social protection, economic resilience... Read more.
