Climate Change
Examining Africa’s climate-disease connection
At CHAC 2024, African countries seek to advocate for tailored solutions, mobilize resources, and influence global policies to address their unique challenges and build resilience
Health
Pivotal point in Africa's COVID-19 third wave
WHO urges African countries to urgently ramp up COVID-19 vaccinations as the squeeze on vaccine shipments eases.
Health
COVID-19 deaths in Africa surge
Namibia, South Africa, Tunisia, Uganda and Zambia accounted for 83% of the new deaths recorded in the past week.
Health
COVID-19: African countries scramble for vaccines
Rich countries hoard available and future vaccines, as poor countries wait.
Sustainable development
Power from the wind in South Africa
Turbines generate hope for clean energy
Women’s empowerment
‘Renewed energy for women's empowerment’
Interview with head of UN Women in Southern Africa
Cover Story
Young Africans put technology to new uses
Kenyan software a tool for political participation
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Africans extend solidarity to Haiti
Money, food and medicines from “mother Africa” to her diaspora
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At last, signs of progress on AIDS
Policy shift in South Africa, as new infections decline across the continent
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Climate deal: hard work lies ahead
Africans press strong case at Copenhagen talks
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An African chorus on climate change
From activists to presidents, a call for urgent global action
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Emerging economies hold promise for Africa
But governments must play smart to get the best deals
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Reforming Africa’s security forces
For armies and police that protect citizens, not abuse them
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Trading from Cape to Cairo
Regional groups aim to expand trade within the continent
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Enlisting men for women’s equality
South African initiatives against sexual violence, gender i
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A bank in every African pocket?
Mobile phones expand access to financial services
NEPAD in action
Pipeline benefits Mozambique, South Africa
A joint partnership to transport natural gas
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