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South African Farmers Development Association (SAFDA) CEO Dr Siyabonga Madlala expressed cautious optimism regarding the future of Tongaat Hulett in a recent interview with FORBES AFRICA. Discussions are currently underway among key stakeholders. Tongaat Hulett’s Potential Closure Madlala stated that all stakeholders are in agreement that Tongaat Hulett should not cease operations. He indicated receiving […]
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President William Ruto’s administration is collaborating with the World Bank to modernize Kenya’s health sector and reduce maternal deaths. This initiative follows discussions between Health Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale and a World Bank delegation regarding ongoing health support programs. Health Sector Modernization Plans Kenya seeks to utilize World Bank expertise in areas including digitization and […]
The Chair of the African Group of Negotiators on Climate Change (AGN), Nana Dr Antwi-Boasiako Amoah, has emphasized the need for alignment between climate diplomacy and Africa’s industrial ambitions. He also highlighted the importance of reinforcing institutional coordination to advance the continent’s climate narrative. Global climate diplomacy is evolving beyond emissions targets and long-term goals, […]
Researchers in Kilifi, Kenya, are conducting human infection studies to accelerate the development of a Shigella vaccine. The studies involve deliberately infecting healthy volunteers with the bacterium under strict medical supervision. The process aims to evaluate vaccine candidates and understand immune responses to the disease, which remains a significant public health concern, particularly in sub-Saharan […]
The African Youth Research Challenge is a continental competition designed to empower young African researchers to influence climate policy and action. The initiative is led by the UNESCO Youth Climate Action Network (YoU-CAN) in partnership with the African Youth Climate Hub (AYCH), and supported by the Fondation Mohammed VI pour la Protection de l’Environnement. What […]
A Kenyan delegation visited the National Health Authority (NHA) in New Delhi today to exchange knowledge regarding India’s digital health infrastructure and health insurance programs. The delegation, led by Dr. Gregory Ganda, County Minister for Health, Kisumu County, included senior officials representing both the national and county levels of Kenya’s health systems. Knowledge Exchange and […]
A new scientific review indicates that climate change and rapid population growth pose a significant threat to food security in East Africa. The study focuses particularly on Ethiopia, Kenya, and Uganda, projecting potential challenges in meeting future food demands. Researchers have identified a convergence of factors, including rising temperatures, altered rainfall patterns, and increasing populations, […]
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Recent flooding events across several South African provinces, including Limpopo and Mpumalanga, have prompted a re-evaluation of the nation’s approach to flood risk management and infrastructure resilience. Experts and government officials are addressing the challenges of adapting to intensifying rainfall, sea-level rise, and altered catchment behavior. Rethinking Floodline Defenses Traditional floodline defenses in South Africa, […]