President Samia Suluhu Hassan aims to increase the portion of Tanzanian land designated for conservation from 30% to 50% of the nation’s total area. However, these efforts are negatively impacting …
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Ugandans are becoming more apathetic towards elections and elected officials, lacking faith in the opposition as a viable alternative to President Yoweri Museveni’s leadership. This viewpoint is evident in the …
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Tanzania Keeps Policy Rate Unchanged at 6% to Sustain Growth
by Editorby EditorThe Bank of Tanzania (BoT) has decided to keep the benchmark lending rate at six percent for the next three months. This strategic move is intended to support consumer and …
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Political Landscape Shifts as Mozambique Prepares Ahead of October Election
by Editorby EditorMaputo, Mozambique – As Mozambique prepares for its upcoming election on October 9, the political landscape is undergoing significant changes. President Filipe Nyusi, who has been in power since 2015, …
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Experience Africa 2024 opens its doors to record-breaking attendance
by Editorby EditorExperience Africa, the premier trade event for the African travel industry, kicked off in London today with unprecedented attendance and engagement. The event has drawn 602 attendees from 37 countries, …
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9mobile Reposition with Appointment of Obafemi Banigbe as Chief Executive Officer
by Editorby EditorIn preparation for a new phase of business transformation, the Board of Directors of Emerging Markets Telecommunication Services Limited (EMTS), known as 9mobile, has named Obafemi Banigbe as the company’s …
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WHO releases first-ever clinical treatment guideline for tobacco cessation in adults
by Editorby EditorThe World Health Organization (WHO) recommends a comprehensive set of tobacco cessation interventions, including behavioural support delivered by healthcare providers, digital cessation interventions and pharmacological treatments in the first guideline …
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WHO warns against counterfeit medications for diabetes and weight loss
by Editorby EditorThe World Health Organization (WHO) has issued a medical product alert regarding falsified semaglutides, a type of medication used to treat type 2 diabetes and obesity in certain countries. The …
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UNESCO raises global alarm on rapid soil degradation
by Editorby EditorUNESCO warns that 90% of the planet’s land surface could be degraded by 2050, with major risks to biodiversity and human life. At an international conference in Agadir (Morocco), Audrey …
On Wednesday, Amazon.com announced plans to discontinue its security robot, Astro for Business, intended for small and medium-sized businesses. This decision aligns with the company’s new emphasis on crafting household …