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Africa: Nearly 136 Million People in Africa Live With Hearing Difficulties
In rural Kenya, 64-year-old John Kamau's world of silence is about to change. For decades, isolated by hearing loss from the community's vibrant life and his grandchildren's conversations, he sees hope when a community health worker visits…
Tanzania-Malawi Diplomatic Tensions Rise Over $30m Port Project
Tanzania and Malawi are on the brink of a diplomatic standoff following Dodoma's decision to commence the upgrade of Mbamba Bay Port, situated on the shores of Lake Malawi.
South Africa: 450 Families, One Water Tap in Cape Town Informal Settlement
More than 400 families share a single working water tap in Nyakathisa informal settlement in Cape Town, according to the community leader.
Uganda: Traders in Kampala CBD Lock Shops
Traders in the central business district of Kampala and other parts of city have decided to keep their shops shuttered until they have the opportunity to meet with the President in significant numbers.
Central African Republic: CAR Child Refugees Dream of a Better Future
More than a million people, including children, have fled their homes in the volatile Central Africa Republic to Cameroon. Not all have given up hope.
African Natural Resources Management and Investment Centre Issues
In March 2024, the African Natural Resources Management and Investment Centre issued a new report, in English-only, "Regional timber-trade flows and trends in Africa". The report offers guidance on taking full advantage of the timber trade…
South African-Severe Storm Hits Margate, Leaves Trail of Destruction
Severe Storms in Margate Claim Five Lives, Cause Extensive Damage.At least five people have died and two were injured after heavy rains and strong winds hit Margate along the KwaZulu-Natal South Coast, reports IOL.
East Africa: President Ruto Drops Caroline Mueke for EAC Top Post, Nominates PS Veronica Nduva
Nairobi — President William Ruto has dropped Caroline Mueke as Kenya's nominee for the East African Community (EAC) Secretary-General post in a surprise move.
Liberia: Senate’s War Crimes Court Endorsement Gains U.S. Support
A wave of cautious optimism is washing over Liberia as its Legislature overwhelmingly endorsed a resolution to establish a War and Economic Crimes Court. This long-awaited decision, a crucial step towards addressing the deep scars left by…
Kenya Power Cuts Electricity Costs By 13.7pc for Domestic Users
Nairobi — Kenyans will now enjoy cheaper electricity bills after Kenya Power announced a 13.7 percent power cost cut starting this month.The utility firm links the drop to the strengthening of the Kenyan shilling against the American dollar…
Rwanda Urges More Global Collaboration As Eight Countries Prosecute Genocide Suspects
John Bosco Siboyintore, Head of Rwanda's Genocide Fugitives Tracking Unit at the National Public Prosecution Authority (GFTU), has revealed the hurdles encountered in prosecuting genocide suspects scattered across the globe and called for…
Kenya’s Cost of Living to Drop Further On Lower Food, Fuel Prices
Kenya is poised for a sustained decline in inflation, propelled by a consecutive four-month downturn in fuel and food prices alongside a robust shilling, offering respite to consumers grappling with a soaring cost of living.
Zimbabwe’s Gold-Backed Currency Surges Amid Market Skepticism
Zimbabwe's newly launched gold-backed currency, known as the Zimbabwe Gold (ZiG), has hit the ground running, gaining 1.1 percent against the U.S. dollar in its first week of trading.
Sudan: Who Laments ‘Huge Human Cost’ of Sudan Conflict
The World Health Organisation (WHO) has warned that the crisis in Sudan has become one of the most severe and largest crises in the world, at a huge human cost, after a year of violent conflict.
Sudan’s Year of War – Why There’s No Hope for a Cease-Fire
After a year of war, Sudan is dealing with one of the world's worst humanitarian crises. As more local and international actors get involved, the outlook remains grim.
South Africa: Cape Town Welcomes Legend Abdullah Ibrahim for a Concert
Cape Town's Abdullah Ibrahim is set to perform at a sold-out concert at the City Hall tonight, 12 April 2024, after a five-year hiatus.