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Geneva — In 2024, Gavi-supported vaccines saved a record-breaking 1.7 million lives – 400,000 more than in 2023 – according to Gavi’s Annual Progress Report Major progress reported in countries facing some of the world’s biggest humanitarian challenges Gavi’s immunisation programmes deliver a major economic boost to countries, with nearly US$ 20 billion in economic…
African men are nearly twice as likely to die from prostate cancer as men of European or Asian descent. This grim reality was highlighted by world-renowned geneticist Prof. Vanessa Hayes during the inaugural Cancer Genomics Conference at the Hilton Hotel last week. Hayes, who holds research affiliations with the University of Sydney, the University of…
On 20th September 2025, the African Union’s Economic, Social and Cultural Council (ECOSOCC) and Cambridge University Press & Assessment (Cambridge) signed an agreement to work together on education initiatives that will help shape the future of teaching and learning across Africa. The agreement was signed in New York on the sidelines of the just concluded…
Kampala, Uganda — Africa’s reinsurance market has for decades been dominated by global giants such as Swiss Re, Munich Re, and the syndicates of Lloyd’s. While these firms bring deep expertise and capital, their dominance has left local insurers struggling to grow. Africa, which accounts for just 1.5% of global premiums, has the highest number…
Monrovia — Scores of representatives from African countries grappling with the ongoing mpox crisis in the region have met in the Ethiopian capital, Addis Ababa, for an “intra-action review” of the response measures of individual states. Speaking during the regular online briefing of the African Centers for Disease Control (Africa CDC) on Thursday, September 26,…
When it comes to caring for pets, some people worry most about physical health, while others are more concerned about financing potential health problems. But what stands out in a recent survey is that many pet guardians are especially focused on their pets’ emotional well-being, with separation anxiety at the top of the list. The…
South Africa coach Raymond Mdaka sat down with SAFA to discuss his side’s campaign at the FIFA Under-20 World Cup in Chile that kicks-off on Monday night against France. South Africa are the reigning COSAFA and African champions. Coach, this is the big one. First of all, let’s start with you personally. What does it…
The United Nations remains “the house of diplomacy and dialogue” in a divided world, General Assembly President Annalena Baerbock said as she closed the 80th session’s general debate, urging nations to convert the week’s momentum into concrete action on peace, climate change and institutional reform. Over six days, 189 Member States spoke from the iconic…
Madagascar’s Rajoelina Dissolves Govt After Gen Z Protests Madagascar’s President Andry Rajoelina announced that he has dissolved his government after days of youth-led protests over water and power cuts. The protests, known as the Gen Z protests, began in Antananarivo and spread to eight cities, with thousands of young people demanding better living conditions….
When Africa gathered in Addis Ababa from September 8 to 10, 2025, for the Second Africa Climate Summit (ACS-2), the message was loud and clear: the continent wants climate investment, not climate aid. This second gathering of African leaders, experts, financiers, and activists was not just another diplomatic ritual. It was a defining moment in…
