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Lesotho Emerges As Africa’s Unexpected Winter Skiing Destination

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One may not expect thousands to flock each winter to Lesotho but for many ski enthusiasts from across southern Africa, the small, landlocked

Uganda officially Ebola-free, 42 days after last patient discharged

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Authorities in Uganda declared the East Africa nation free of Ebola on Tuesday following the discharge of the country's last patient in mid-June, a delicate milestone as the virus continues to plague neighboring Congo.

'No safe options' for thousands sheltering in key Sudan city as RSF fighters advance

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International leaders have issued warnings the RSF may be preparing to attack the city, raising fears of further atrocities being committed.

How Mexican drug cartels have outsourced meth labs to Nigeria

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West Africa is becoming increasingly attractive to those who want to make and export illicit drugs.

Kinshasa: 'The night has its own realities' group helps impoverished children

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For the past three years, Sarah Ndele and her friends have been traveling through the working-class neighborhoods of Kinshasa as part of their project “Butu nde Makambu” (“The Night Has Its Own Realities”), aiming to introduce children to art.

Mali: Senegalese president arrives for talks with junta leader

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Senegalese president Bassirou Diamaye Faye has arrived in Mali for an official visit and discussions with the head of Mali's military junta.

Tunisia: Power cuts amid heatwave leave residents and businesses struggling

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Tunisia is among the countries that have sweltered under internse heat in recent weeks. With the need for air conditioning mounting, the national electricity company has resorted to rolling blackouts to reduce the strain on the power grid.

Ghana mourns its tallest man - a 'generous and popular giant'

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Sulemana Abdul Samed, who was diagnosed with gigantism several years ago, has died at the age of 33.

Mysterious deaths of 14 elephants in Kenya prompts urgent inquiry

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It is the highest number of elephant deaths to be recorded in this area of southern Kenya in decades.

UNESCO lists South Sudan's antelope migration route as world heritage in danger

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The UNESCO designation is expected to boost international support for conservation and could help attract tourism and funding to protect one of Africa's most spectacular natural ecosystems.

São Tomé and Príncipe’s historic plantations added to UNESCO world heritage list

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Beyond their architectural and agricultural importance, the sites also preserve the memory of thousands of workers who were brought to the islands under harsh conditions during Portuguese rule.

Idi Amin's boxer grandson determined to become new King of Scotland

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Aziz Abdul wants Ugandans to recognise him as a Commonwealth Games boxing gold medallist rather than as Idi Amin's grandson.

African Finance Leaders Brace For Rising Costs And Inflation As Global Economic Uncertainty Persists

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The fallout from the Middle East conflict continues to impact the results  from the ACCA and IMA Global Economic Conditions Survey (GECS). The quarterly

Zambia's election puts debt recovery and economic growth in focus

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Analysts say Zambia's growth prospects will depend on securing a new IMF agreement, resolving outstanding creditor issues, improving efficiency in the copper sector and maintaining fiscal discipline.

How Medical Aid Regulation Changes Are Shaping Demand For Gap Cover

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By Brian Harris, CEO, Turnberry Management Risk Solutions Read more African news and insights on Africa.com.

The State of Franchising in Africa: Pathways to Growth and Inclusion

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The Key Trends That Are Shaping Franchising in Africa: Read more African news and insights on Africa.com.

DRC: United Nations announces confirmed ebola cases top 3,200

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The spokesman for the UN secretary general has announced that the number of confirmed cases of the virus in the Democratic Republic of Congo has risen to 3200, putting strain on response efforts.

Africa’s New Public Health Order Needs Women at the R&D Top Table

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By Prof Nothando Ngwenya (South Africa), Julie Muriuki (Kenya) and Marième Gueye (Senegal) Read more African news and insights on Africa.com.

Powering Africa’s Industrial Future: How Partnerships Can Catalyse A Manufacturing Renaissance

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By Kabelo Dlothi, Director, Co-Head of Corporate & Commercial, and Mankope Malebye, Associate at CMS South Africa Read more African news and insights on

UNAIDS warns funding cuts threaten progress to eliminate HIV/AIDS

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UNAIDS warned Monday that global funding cuts, growing inequality and setbacks to human rights are threatening decades of progress in the fight against HIV/AIDS.

Braamfontein’s Jazz Legacy Continues As Maleh Takes The Stage At Jozi Gold

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Johannesburg’s rich jazz heritage continues to find new life in Braamfontein as Jazz at Jozi Gold welcomes award-winning singer-songwriter Maleh on Saturday,

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