A puzzling disease outbreak in Uganda has triggered urgent investigations by African health experts, resulting in the deaths of at least 14 people and illness in some 40 individuals. The Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention (Africa CDC) and the World Health Organisation (WHO) are spearheading the probe into this enigmatic disease, which has …
In 2023, no plans for Joe Biden’s long-awaited African trip have materialized. And there’s no indication that he plans to attend the upcoming U.N. climate change conference in Dubai. Presidential travel plans usually leave clues about their priorities, but Biden’s promises for closer relationships with African countries and global leadership on climate change have not …
Biden Changes U.S. Stance on Africa With an Eye on China Rivalry WASHINGTON – When Donald Trump looked at Africa, he crudely dismissed its significance and fretted African immigrants would never “go back to their huts” once they entered the United States. But under President Joe Biden, the outlook towards Africa is shifting. He sees …
A New Zealand sandfly (Austrosimulium spp) feeding on a human leg. Sandflies are a type of blackfly and feed on blood. Jill Ferry Photography/Getty Images A new analysis from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) suggests that a parasitic skin disease typically spread through the bite of sand flies may be more common …
Cape Town, South Africa — South Africa has taken drastic measures to combat the avian influenza outbreak, culling approximately 7.5 million chickens in order to prevent a shortage of eggs and poultry. The government and the national poultry association reported on Tuesday that there have been at least 60 separate outbreaks of avian flu, resulting …
New Jersey Democratic Senator Bob Menendez is facing corruption charges for the second time in a decade. Menendez and his wife are accused of accepting bribes, such as gold, cash, mortgage payments, a “low-or-no-show job,” and a luxury vehicle, in exchange for the senator’s influence. These charges follow a previous set of corruption charges faced …
When is the Best Time to Visit Cape Town? If you’re planning a trip to Cape Town and want to optimize your experience, timing is everything. Here’s a breakdown of the best times to visit: 1. Summer (Mid-December to Early January) – This is the most popular time to visit Cape Town, with warm weather …
The devastating flash flooding in northern Libya has resulted in a significant number of casualties, although the exact figure remains unclear due to the scale of the catastrophe and political unrest in the country. However, it is estimated that the death toll is well into the thousands. Survivors are desperately searching for the bodies of …
More than 1,000 lives have been tragically lost in central Morocco after the most devastating earthquake in decades struck the region. The earthquake, measuring 6.8 on the Richter scale, occurred in the High Atlas mountain range around 11 p.m. local time on Friday. The epicenter was located approximately 72 kilometers southwest of the popular tourist …
The inaugural African Climate Summit commenced on Monday, with heads of state and other attendees emphasizing the need for a stronger global voice on climate change, which disproportionately affects the African continent despite its low contribution to global emissions. The event, co-hosted by the Kenyan government and the African Union, kicked off with a ministerial …