African farmers address climate change with old and new practices
Farmers in Africa are combining ancient fertilizer methods with new technologies to combat climate change and ensure food security for the growing population. [ more ]
Climate Change Behind Africa Cholera Surge, Top Health Officials Say
The Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention attributes the worst cholera outbreak in three years to climate change.
Cholera outbreaks have swept across more than a dozen African countries, causing hundreds of deaths and stressing already fragile health systems.
Shortages of cholera vaccines are hampering efforts to contain the disease, with Africa needing as many as 80 million doses but only having access to 15 to 18 million doses globally. [ more ]
African farmers address climate change with old and new practices
Farmers in Africa are combining ancient fertilizer methods with new technologies to combat climate change and ensure food security for the growing population. [ more ]
Climate Change Behind Africa Cholera Surge, Top Health Officials Say
The Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention attributes the worst cholera outbreak in three years to climate change.
Cholera outbreaks have swept across more than a dozen African countries, causing hundreds of deaths and stressing already fragile health systems.
Shortages of cholera vaccines are hampering efforts to contain the disease, with Africa needing as many as 80 million doses but only having access to 15 to 18 million doses globally. [ more ]
A new pill cures preschoolers of a parasitic worm. Delivering it could be a challenge
Schistosomiasis, caused by a microscopic worm, is prevalent in Africa and can lead to severe health complications if left untreated, affecting learning ability.
The development of a new pill to treat schistosomiasis in preschoolers is a significant advancement in combating the disease. [ more ]
African Union Commission calls for paradigm shift' at Italy-Africa summit
The chair of the African Union Commission emphasized that Africa is not interested in being seen as beggars and wants a mutually beneficial partnership with Italy.
Italy outlined a plan called the Mattei plan to strengthen relations with African countries by supporting their development and improving their economies. [ more ]
African Union Commission calls for paradigm shift' at Italy-Africa summit
The chair of the African Union Commission emphasized that Africa is not interested in being seen as beggars and wants a mutually beneficial partnership with Italy.
Italy outlined a plan called the Mattei plan to strengthen relations with African countries by supporting their development and improving their economies. [ more ]
TLcom Capital closes second fund at $154M to back early-stage startups across Africa | TechCrunch
Venture capital activity in Africa remains resilient as major firms like TLcom Capital close significant fundraising rounds, signaling growth and investor confidence. [ more ]
Rally Cap VC, a fintech investor for emerging markets, spins out $5M climate fund | TechCrunch
Kenya-based climate tech startup Amini raised pre-seed and seed rounds with support from investors including Salesforce Ventures and Female Founders Fund.
Climate tech has become Africa's second most funded sector, with several climate-focused funds emerging in the last three years. [ more ]
TLcom Capital closes second fund at $154M to back early-stage startups across Africa | TechCrunch
Venture capital activity in Africa remains resilient as major firms like TLcom Capital close significant fundraising rounds, signaling growth and investor confidence. [ more ]
Rally Cap VC, a fintech investor for emerging markets, spins out $5M climate fund | TechCrunch
Kenya-based climate tech startup Amini raised pre-seed and seed rounds with support from investors including Salesforce Ventures and Female Founders Fund.
Climate tech has become Africa's second most funded sector, with several climate-focused funds emerging in the last three years. [ more ]
New types of mosquito bed nets could cut malaria risk by up to half, trial finds
Dual-insecticide-treated mosquito nets reduce malaria transmission by 20-50% in African countries with high endemicity, offering hope in combating the disease. [ more ]
Malaria-free Cape Verde a 'beacon of hope' DW 01/15/2024
Cape Verde has been declared malaria-free, becoming the third African nation to achieve this status after Mauritius and Algeria.
The elimination of malaria in Cape Verde is expected to have a positive impact on tourism by attracting more visitors and removing constraints on mobility. [ more ]
Cape Verde becomes fourth African country to eliminate malaria
Cape Verde becomes the fourth African country to eliminate malaria.
The country's success is attributed to free treatment and testing, surveillance of mosquito breeding sites, and commitment from the government and people. [ more ]
New types of mosquito bed nets could cut malaria risk by up to half, trial finds
Dual-insecticide-treated mosquito nets reduce malaria transmission by 20-50% in African countries with high endemicity, offering hope in combating the disease. [ more ]
Malaria-free Cape Verde a 'beacon of hope' DW 01/15/2024
Cape Verde has been declared malaria-free, becoming the third African nation to achieve this status after Mauritius and Algeria.
The elimination of malaria in Cape Verde is expected to have a positive impact on tourism by attracting more visitors and removing constraints on mobility. [ more ]
Cape Verde becomes fourth African country to eliminate malaria
Cape Verde becomes the fourth African country to eliminate malaria.
The country's success is attributed to free treatment and testing, surveillance of mosquito breeding sites, and commitment from the government and people. [ more ]
Southern Africa battles deadly cholera outbreak DW 04/17/2024
Cholera outbreaks in Africa have claimed over 1,000 lives, with Zambia facing its worst outbreak ever due to poor sanitation and waterborne transmission. [ more ]
Southern Africa battles deadly cholera outbreak DW 04/17/2024
Cholera outbreaks in Africa have claimed over 1,000 lives, with Zambia facing its worst outbreak ever due to poor sanitation and waterborne transmission. [ more ]
Hardest Geezer' Russ Cook enjoys a day off running after epic Africa journey
Russ Cook completed a 9,940-mile run along the entire length of Africa, raising over 700,000 for charity.
There is a dispute over whether Russ Cook is the first to run the length of Africa, with differing opinions on what technically constitutes the length of the continent. [ more ]
Africa's fight against urban air pollution DW 04/06/2024
Pollution in Cameroon's capital poses health risks like cardiovascular diseases and cancer
Efforts to monitor air quality in Africa involve innovative, cost-effective technologies with potential limitations on identifying pollution sources [ more ]
Cameroon Starts World's First Malaria Vaccine Program For Children
Cameroon is the first country in Africa to roll out routine vaccinations for a new malaria vaccine.
The vaccine, known as Mosquirix, is only about 30% effective and requires four doses, but it is expected to dramatically reduce severe infections and hospitalizations. [ more ]
Cameroon Starts World's First Malaria Vaccine Program For Children
Cameroon is the first country in Africa to roll out routine vaccinations for a new malaria vaccine.
The vaccine, known as Mosquirix, is only about 30% effective and requires four doses, but it is expected to dramatically reduce severe infections and hospitalizations. [ more ]
What's behind Italy's Africa initiative? Gas, cynicism and an unspoken colonial past | Jamie Mackay
Giorgia Meloni, Italy's far-right prime minister, has changed her discourse, promising a mutually beneficial cooperation with Africa.
Italy has pledged more than €5.5 billion to fund initiatives in several African countries in exchange for help in stopping irregular boat crossings in the Mediterranean. [ more ]
What's behind Italy's Africa initiative? Gas, cynicism and an unspoken colonial past | Jamie Mackay
Giorgia Meloni, Italy's far-right prime minister, has changed her discourse, promising a mutually beneficial cooperation with Africa.
Italy has pledged more than €5.5 billion to fund initiatives in several African countries in exchange for help in stopping irregular boat crossings in the Mediterranean. [ more ]
Decoding China: Beijing wants more influence in Africa DW 01/19/2024
China's foreign minister, Wang Yi, embarked on his annual trip to Africa, visiting Egypt, Tunisia, Togo, and Ivory Coast before heading to South America.
China has cultivated intensive cooperation with African countries since after World War II, positioning itself as a spokesperson for the underdeveloped countries of the 'Global South' and relying on Africa for natural resources and energy.
China's investment in Africa includes infrastructure projects such as the Tanzania Zambia Railway Authority (TAZARA) that connects Tanzania's ports to raw materials in Zambia. [ more ]
Decoding China: Beijing wants more influence in Africa DW 01/19/2024
China's foreign minister, Wang Yi, embarked on his annual trip to Africa, visiting Egypt, Tunisia, Togo, and Ivory Coast before heading to South America.
China has cultivated intensive cooperation with African countries since after World War II, positioning itself as a spokesperson for the underdeveloped countries of the 'Global South' and relying on Africa for natural resources and energy.
China's investment in Africa includes infrastructure projects such as the Tanzania Zambia Railway Authority (TAZARA) that connects Tanzania's ports to raw materials in Zambia. [ more ]
New York Metropolitan uncovers' close ties between Africa and the Byzantine Empire
The Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York is hosting a small exhibition called Africa & Byzantium, which explores the artistic relationship between Africa and Byzantium.
The exhibition sheds light on a underrepresented area of art history and showcases a new field of interdisciplinary studies on medieval Africa. [ more ]
Why African businesses take a DIY approach to selling online
Social commerce, or the use of social media to sell products, is a popular and efficient method for entrepreneurs in Africa.
Most small businesses in African countries prefer to sell exclusively through social media platforms rather than using online marketplaces.
Entrepreneurs in Africa often start with WhatsApp to advertise their products and then expand to larger platforms like Facebook and Instagram. [ more ]
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The Big Review: Africa & Byzantium at Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York
The Africa & Byzantium exhibition at the Metropolitan Museum of Art showcases the long history of cross-regional interaction on the African continent.
The exhibition presents nearly 200 Medieval objects spanning different time periods and geographical regions.
The exhibition highlights the artistic development of early Byzantine culture, the rise of Christianity in Africa, and Ethiopian and Coptic art. [ more ]
Why African businesses take a DIY approach to selling online
Social commerce, or the use of social media to sell products, is a popular and efficient method for entrepreneurs in Africa.
Most small businesses in African countries prefer to sell exclusively through social media platforms rather than using online marketplaces.
Entrepreneurs in Africa often start with WhatsApp to advertise their products and then expand to larger platforms like Facebook and Instagram. [ more ]
The Art Newspaper - International art news and events
The Big Review: Africa & Byzantium at Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York
The Africa & Byzantium exhibition at the Metropolitan Museum of Art showcases the long history of cross-regional interaction on the African continent.
The exhibition presents nearly 200 Medieval objects spanning different time periods and geographical regions.
The exhibition highlights the artistic development of early Byzantine culture, the rise of Christianity in Africa, and Ethiopian and Coptic art. [ more ]
New partnership between Russia and North Korea for mutual aid; South Korea considers sending weapons to Ukraine. French President and African leaders begin $1 billion vaccination project in Africa. War in Gaza devastates farmers in northern Israel. Documentary on 1971 Women's World Cup. [ more ]
New partnership between Russia and North Korea for mutual aid; South Korea considers sending weapons to Ukraine. French President and African leaders begin $1 billion vaccination project in Africa. War in Gaza devastates farmers in northern Israel. Documentary on 1971 Women's World Cup. [ more ]
Former Colonies Want France Out. This African Nation Says, Bienvenue!
France is scaling back its presence in Africa due to resentment but is finding a strong ally in Rwanda, with both countries benefiting from improved relations. [ more ]