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Africa Centres for Disease Control mourns southern Africa flood victims

The Director General of the Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention (Africa CDC), Jean Kaseya has passed his condolences to the people of Mozambique following the recent floods in the country which has displaced thousands and caused major damage to infrastructure

UN warns of escalating internet shutdowns as governments curb access during crises

The United Nations (UN) is sounding the alarm over a sharp rise in government‑imposed internet shutdowns, warning that these digital blackouts pose a serious threat to freedom of expression, access to information and a wide range of fundamental human rights.

SA EFF supporters hold night vigil ahead of Malema pre‑sentencing proceedings

Supporters of South Africa’s (SA) Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) gathered for a night vigil in East London on Thursday ahead of pre‑sentencing proceedings for party leader Julius Malema, who is due back in court on Friday. 

Overall private investment in Egypt grew 73% last year: Finance Minister

Egypt’s overall private investment in Egypt grew by 73% last year

SA court dismisses heritage bid over Mandela family assets

SCA rejects SAHRA’s bid to block sale of Mandela-linked assets.

Afrobarometer study highlights barriers to youth employment in Africa

A new Afrobarometer study, From Aspiration to Action, has revealed the challenges young Africans face in accessing decent work and entrepreneurship