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AfricaPolitics

John Steenhuisen: The man vowing to rescue' South Africa with the DA

South African opposition leader John Steenhuisen believes he has what it takes to eventually become president. That is despite coming up against the thorny issue of race and the African National Congress’s 30-year grip on power. For decades, he has argued that his party, the Democratic Alliance (DA), is the key to South Africa’s progress. The centre-right movement emerged from…
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Africa

Deadly building collapses in South Africa trap dozens of people.

Five people were killed and at least fifty people were left trapped when a five-story apartment building under construction collapsed on Monday. Rescuers in South Africa are currently looking for survivors. Despite the fact that numerous other workers were present when the building fell, officials in the Western Cape province’s George city report that 26 people have been extracted from…
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AfricaEconomyPolitics

The presidential election in Chad is underway.

In Chad, the presidential election that is meant to bring an end to three years of military rule began counting on Monday night. But it escalated into an extraordinary confrontation between the junta’s leader, General Mahamat Idriss Déby Itno, and his Prime Minister, Succès Masra, a former foe who became an ally. A voter named Fougap Kayap Sougou commented on the atmosphere, saying…
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AfricaBusinessEconomy

Report: Shell is planning to leave South Africa.

The Sunday Times and City Press have two reports claiming that the petrochemical behemoth Shell intends to leave South Africa. The international firm will sell its 72% share in Shell Downstream South Africa, according to reports quoting sources connected to Shell’s BEE partner in South Africa, Thebe Investments. Conflict about the worth of Thebe’s remaining 28% interest in the…
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AfricaEconomyHealth

More African nations recall Johnson & Johnson children’s drug

As concerns over the safety of pharmaceutical products intensify, several African nations have taken proactive measures to recall a children’s drug manufactured by Johnson & Johnson. The decision to recall the medication follows reports of potential contamination and adverse health effects, prompting swift action from health authorities across the continent. The drug in question…
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AfricaEconomyPolitics

North African states to form new regional bloc

In a significant development for regional diplomacy and cooperation, several North African states have announced plans to form a new regional bloc aimed at fostering greater unity and collaboration among member countries. The initiative signals a proactive effort to address shared challenges and capitalize on common opportunities in the North African region. The decision to establish the new…
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AfricaMisc

Dozens escape from Nigerian prison after rainstorm chaos

In a chaotic turn of events spurred by a powerful rainstorm, dozens of inmates managed to escape from a Nigerian prison, sending authorities into a frenzy and sparking concerns about public safety. The incident unfolded as torrential rains lashed the area, causing flooding and structural damage to the prison facility. Amidst the chaos of the storm, weakened infrastructure proved unable to…
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