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Xenophobia in South Africa: A recurring crisis threatening African migrants and raising concerns across the continent

Amnia Hassan writes that South Africa is witnessing a renewed wave of violence linked to what is known as "xenophobia," a phenomenon…

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Concerns in Uganda after 7 cases of Ebola are reported

Ahmed Salem reports that Uganda is experiencing a state of anxiety and tension following the noticeable spread of the Ebola virus, especially after two new confirmed cases were recorded yesterday…

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Egyptian diplomacy reaches the heart of local communities in Sierra Leone

In a move reflecting Egypt's keenness to broaden cooperation with various components of Sierra Leonean society, the Embassy of the Arab Republic of Egypt received...

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Minister of Irrigation: Development projects worth $100 million to be implemented in Nile Basin countries

Written by Omnia Hassan: Dr. Hani Sweilem, Minister of Water Resources and Irrigation, held intensive meetings with representatives of several Egyptian companies, namely:…

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Ghana signs £215 million 'growth partnership' with UK

Written by Ziad Abdel Fattah: At the Ghana-UK Investment Summit in London, President John Dramani Mahama and Deputy Prime Minister…

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Nigeria is banking on digital payments to fight poverty.

Our correspondent in Nigeria: The Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria, Olayemi Kardoso, confirmed that developing an efficient and comprehensive payment system is one of the fastest ways…

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Kenya resorts to floating ships to cope with energy shortages

Ahmed Salem reports that Kenya plans to resort to using floating power plants on ships, in a move aimed at addressing the shortage of…

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A pastor's widow accuses a church founder of sexually harassing her in Nigeria.

Written by: Ayman Ragab. Daniel Olukoya, founder of the MFM Church in Nigeria, has filed a lawsuit for 550 million naira against the widow of a pastor…

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The US plans to reduce the number of visa-issuing embassies in Africa.

Written by Ziad Abdel Fattah: The US State Department intends to implement a significant reduction in the number of US embassies and consulates authorized to process and issue…

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Nigeria aims to achieve financial inclusion of 95% by 2028

Written by: Ayman Ragab. Olayemi Cardoso, Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria, stated that the bank aims to achieve a financial inclusion rate of 95%…

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