Africa South Africa Sports World 

Six South African Casino Brands Tipped for 2026 Hold Strong Into Q3

At the start of 2026, SouthAfricanCasinos.co.za identified a group of gambling brands it expected to stand out in the South African market over the course of the year.  With Q3 now underway, six of those operators remain firmly on the site’s radar: 10bet, Hollywoodbets, YesPlay, ZARbet, SuperSportBet and EasyBet.  The original selections were based on factors such as local licensing,… Read More
Africa 

Yemen war continues to force families from homes amid hunger and disease

“The Houthis’ closure of the only supply route linking Taiz to Aden is placing civilians at grave risk, blocking humanitarian aid and cutting off essential supplies,” said UN human rights chief Volker Türk. In an appeal to Houthi fighters who he said had encircled Taiz City to allow aid in immediately, the High Commissioner for Human Rights noted that 32… Read More
Africa 

As Sudan war spills into Central African Republic, UN warns against early peacekeeper exit

CAR continues to face a resurgence of deadly violence in the east despite the disarmament of nearly 2,000 fighters and the gradual completion of the latest electoral cycle, the Security Council heard. Illustrating the current fragility, the top UN official in the country, Valentine Rugwabiza, highlighted an attack on 30 June by different armed groups on Am-Dafock, bordering Sudan, which… Read More
Africa 

WHO supports Nigeria after first Ebola case confirmed

The patient is a woman who recently travelled from Uganda and began showing symptoms on 7 October, four days after her arrival.  The woman sought care at a private health facility in the capital, Abuja, on 11 October; laboratory testing confirmed the diagnosis on 20 October.  She remains in isolation and is receiving medical care as investigations continue to determine… Read More
Africa 

WHO supports Nigeria after first Ebola case confirmed

The patient is a woman who recently travelled from Uganda and began showing symptoms on 7 October, four days after her arrival.  The woman sought care at a private health facility in the capital, Abuja, on 11 October; laboratory testing confirmed the diagnosis on 20 October.  She remains in isolation and is receiving medical care as investigations continue to determine… Read More
Health Advice Lifestyle 

Frank, in-depth discussion as Belgium and WHO map ahead priorities for collaboration

In a three-day strategic dialogue, Belgium and WHO reviewed progress in their longstanding partnership, and agreed to further boost their collaboration on universal health coverage, health-systems strengthening and equitable access to essential vaccines, medicines and health technologies. The Belgian delegation – headed by H.E. Christophe Payot, Ambassador of Belgium to the United Nations and other international organizations in Geneva – discussed… Read More
Health Advice Lifestyle 

Strengthening public health across Lebanon with EIB Global

On 6 March 2025, Dr Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, Director-General of the World Health Organization (WHO), and Thomas Östros, Vice-President of the European Investment Bank (EIB Global), met at the EIB Group Forum in Luxembourg and signed an agreement for a €10 million grant to strengthen public health across Lebanon.  The initiative will re-establish Lebanon’s Central Public Health Laboratory and prioritize medication… Read More
Africa 

Deforestation threatens fish stocks and livelihoods in Central African Republic

Deforestation is threatening fish populations and the livelihoods of fishing communities along the Mbali River, as residents of Boali report increasingly scarce catches. Jean-Romeo Senguemboli, a local fisherman, says trees are being cut down to produce charcoal for cooking and heating, worsening environmental pressures and making it harder for fishermen to earn a living. “Without trees, the land will burn,… Read More
Africa 

Johannesburg men run in purple briefs to raise prostate cancer awareness

A crowd of men ran through Johannesburg in purple swim briefs on Friday to raise awareness about prostate cancer. They were taking part in the Hollard Daredevil Race, an annual event that seeks to draw attention to what researchers say is now the most common cancer in South Africa. According to the organizers, prostate cancer is not a topic often… Read More
Africa Business World 

Dangote launches Africa’s biggest refinery IPO, targeting retail investors

Nigerian billionaire Aliko Dangote has launched the initial public offering (IPO) of the Dangote Petroleum Refinery, marking what is expected to be Africa’s largest-ever share sale. The offer seeks to raise as much as $2.1 billion to support the refinery’s expansion plans and broaden public ownership of the facility. Dangote described the sale as a “people’s IPO,” saying it is… Read More
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