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Conflict, extreme weather worsening hunger in West and Central Africa, WFP warns
Some 52 million people in West and Central Africa will struggle to meet their basic food and nutrition needs in the upcoming ...
Fashionistas and flippers: Africa's top shots
Afrobeat star Seun Kuti takes to the stage in Florida on Saturday, alongside the Egypt 80 band whilst on their tour - Heavier ...
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The Emerging Flavors of Africa
Still largely undiscovered by U.S. consumers, the ingredients and cuisines of Africa present opportunities for product ...
South Africa appoint Conrad as white-ball coach
South Africa have named Shukri Conrad as their limited overs coach after he led the country to the World Test Championship ...
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What will Pope Leo XIV mean for Africa?
As the world woke up in a new papal era, the Catholic faithful across Africa joyfully welcomed the election of Leo XIV. We ...
Energy is the ‘number one problem’ for Africa’s economy, says IEA director
Dr. Fatih Birol, executive director of the International Energy Agency, calls for investment in Africa’s energy sources.
Christianity is booming in Africa. What it means for the Catholic Church's next pope
African outreach was among Pope Francis' legacies, observers say, with numerous visits and a message of mercy inspiring ...
Experts weigh in on whether the next pope could be from Africa or Asia
Following the death of Pope Francis at the age of 88 on April 21, the selection process to elect the 267th pontiff will soon ...
South Africa’s Ramaphosa Unveils New Reforms to Stoke Growth
South African President Cyril Ramaphosa unveiled the second phase of a reform program aimed at firing up an economy that’s ...
Thousands of chickens euthanized in South Africa after they were left starving and eating each other
Animal welfare officers faced the grisly task of euthanizing more than 350,000 chickens by hand after they were left starving ...
South Africa's Absa Group Chair Sello Moloko to step down in July
South Africa's Absa Group announced on Wednesday that Sello Moloko will step down as chairman of the bank on July 15 to make ...
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Mass South Africa vulture poisoning kills 123; 83 others rescued
In South Africa’s Kruger National Park, a mass poisoning attack this week has left 123 threatened vultures dead and another ...