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Put adaptation atop the climate change agenda, global leaders urge ahead of COP26. “We are in the eye of the storm.”

Elwin Mandowa,
Global leaders stressed the critical urgency of climate adaptation when they came together in Rotterdam, the Netherlands, on Monday at a meeting of the Friends of the Global Center on Adaptation (GCA). The agenda was the acceleration of adaptation solutions ahead of November’s United Nations global climate summit, COP26. The leaders underlined the imperative for all countries to step up… Read More
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Appointment of Mr. Solomon Mugera as Director, Communication and External Relations

Elwin Mandowa,
The African Development Bank Group is pleased to announce the appointment of Mr. Solomon Mugera as Director, Communication and External Relations, effective 1 October 2021. Mr. Mugera, a Kenyan national, brings extensive experience to this role. He is a seasoned journalist and media manager with over 20 years of expertise working internationally. As Head of Journalism for the British Broadcasting… Read More
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Footballer who stayed in coma for 39 years dies

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– – French footballer Jean-Pierre Adams has died after being in comma for 39 years. Jean-Pierre Adams’s life was brutally turned upside down in 1982 when then 34 years he walked into a Lyon hospital for some routine surgery. He had gone to the hospital to correct a troublesome knee but he left not able to talk, walk or move… Read More
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Guinea coup leaders impose curfew, order ministers for a meeting

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– – Guinea’s coup leaders have imposed a nationwide curfew as they move to consolidate power following Sunday’s coup. Residents are to remain indoor by 8pm local time until further notice, according to the new military. The soldiers have also ordered government ministers and national figures to attend a meeting on Monday. These ministers and national figures have been warned… Read More
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Libya: Gaddafi’s son released from prison

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– – The third son of the former Libyan leader, Muammar Gaddafi, has been released from jail in the capital Tripoli. He has been in prison since 2014 when he was arrested and put on trial after fleeing the when his father was toppled in 2011. Sa’adi Gaddafi was commander of Libya’s Special Forces. He fled to Niger when his… Read More
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Insights on how to buy Bitcoin near me

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– – Even if you are an experienced crypto investor, there might be some things you have yet to catch up with because the industry is evolving fast. Likewise, there is a lot to learn for newbies in crypto. Those who are interested to learn “how to buy Bitcoin near me” should know that the processes involved in using popular… Read More
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Hidden reason behind increased numbers in mobile gambling

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– – In the past, players had to queue in the hot sun at sports venues to bet on their favorite sports events. With technological advancements over the past decades, betting has become much easier and more convenient for players worldwide. Many people are currently using mobile devices, and developers are also pushing betting apps to more mobile platforms. Mobile… Read More
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Military takeover in Guinea as Alpha Conde is arrested

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The district of Kaloum is said to have been deserted as residents stay at home on the orders of soldiers. The leader of the special forces, Commander Mamady Doumbouya has confirmed the arrest of President Condé. Guinea’s president Alpha Conde has been arrested by the military. Earlier heavy gunfire was heard in the capital. #Conakry #Militarycouptinguinea pic.twitter.com/h9ZgQtipGo — Baillor Jalloh… Read More
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