The robust growth that many African countries experienced before COVID-19 was lost to the pandemic, UN Secretary-General António Guterres said on Wednesday, highlighting the need to scale up efforts towards …
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African Union leaders warned Thursday that Africa must not become a “geostrategic battleground” for global powers, as it grapples with several threats to its own peace and security. The continent …
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Singapore economy beats estimates as government warns of risks
by Editorby EditorIn Q1, Singapore experienced a 0.4% growth in its economy despite its government’s cautionary statements on the global economic outlook. While this figure surpassed expectations, it fell short of the …
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South Africa under more scrutiny over Russian ship
by Editorby EditorThe South African government was under more pressure Wednesday for declining to release cargo documents relating to the visit by a Russian ship that the United States alleges collected a …
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South Africans blame gov’t as cholera outbreak kills 15
by Editorby EditorThe number of deaths from cholera has reached 15 in Gauteng, which happens to be the most populous province of South Africa. The residents are holding the government responsible for …
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South Africa inflation slows to 11-month low in April
by Editorby EditorSouth Africa’s headline consumer inflation slowed more than expected in April to an 11-month low of 6.8% in annual terms, data showed on Wednesday, but analysts and markets still expect …
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Africa Investment Forum presents $1.5 billion renewable energy projects to investors
by Editorby EditorThe Africa Investment Forum presented four renewable energy and sustainability projects worth nearly $1.5 billion to investors on the sidelines of the African Development Bank Group’s 2023 Annual Meetings. The …
African Development Bank 2023 Annual Meetings: African Development Bank chief says dearth of climate finance flows “choking” Africa A lack of adequate financing for tackling climate change in Africa has …
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South Africa Showcases Business Events Capability at IMEX Frankfurt
by Editorby EditorWith a definite purpose and authorization to stimulate economic revival, South African Tourism heads a team of exhibitors comprised of South African entrepreneurs and officials to IMEX Frankfurt in Germany. …
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Braverman announces new limits on overseas students bringing family to UK
by Editorby EditorSuella Braverman has rushed out stringent curbs on international students who come to study in the UK amid growing pressure on the home secretary over her conduct in office. Under …