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New Podcast ‘Future of Africa’ Amplifies the Voices of African Youth Re-shaping Our World
Launched by the African Union Youth Envoy, the United Nations Foundation, and The Elders in collaboration with The Global Dispatches…
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Kenya achieves elimination of human African trypanosomiasis or sleeping sickness as a public health problem
Kenya Tsetse and Trypanosomiasis Eradication Council (KENTTEC)Community screening for human African trypanosomiasis (HAT) and monitoring of local populations in Lambwe…
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Half the Nation, Half the Story: Will South Africa’s National Dialogue Truly Hear Women?
A new table — but will the seats be equal? When President Cyril Ramaphosa launched the National Dialogue initiative in…
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B Lab Africa Celebrates Women’s Month With Groundbreaking Female Voices At October Summit
In honour of Women’s Month in South Africa, B Lab Africa is proud to spotlight the dynamic, visionary women who…
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South Africa’s Economy Set for Third Consecutive Quarterly Expansion
South Africa’s economy is on track for its third straight quarter of growth, driven by strong rebounds in the manufacturing and…
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How Caroline Apreku Realized Her Dream of Becoming a Doctor with St. George’s University
Dr. Caroline Beauty Apreku, a 2025 graduate of St. George’s University (SGU) School of Medicine, has always carried within her…
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AFSUG appoints Corlia van Zyl as vice chair to strengthen strategic leadership
Johannesburg, South Africa – August 18, 2025 – The African SAP User Group (AFSUG) is pleased to announce the appointment of Corlia van Zyl as the…
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SGU President Speaks at Major Trade and Investment Forum to Promote Africa-Caribbean Collaboration
St. George’s University joined influential leaders, policymakers, and innovators from across Africa and the Caribbean to discuss opportunities to deepen…
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The Forgotten 11%: How Bureaucracy and Borders Erase South Africans
Earlier this year, Home Affairs Minister Leon Schreiber stood before the National Council of Provinces and issued a stark warning:…
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Standing with Sex Workers: Why This Case Matters
South Africa Court to Rule on Constitutionality of Criminalizing Sex Work By: Stacey-Leigh Manuel | Deputy Director, Women’s Rights Division…
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West African Governments And Industry Leaders To Convene In Lagos, Nigeria This October, To Accelerate Industrial Revolution
West Africa stands at a defining crossroads. As global aid recedes and trade alliances shift, West Africa is being challenged…
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John Thompson And BECS Partner To Deliver Profitable Biomass Energy Solutions For African Industry
John Thompson, a division of ACTOM (Pty) Ltd and South Africa’s leading provider of industrial energy solutions, has announced a…
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Airtel, Vodacom Sign Network Infrastructure Agreement To Drive Digital Inclusion
Airtel Africa and Vodacom Group have announced a strategic infrastructure sharing agreement in key markets including Mozambique, Tanzania and the…
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Changing The DNA Of Africa’s Payment Systems
Payments, people and strategy are key to opening up new ways of transacting in South Africa South Africa’s payment ecosystem…
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The Evolving Role Of Custodian Banks In Investment Administration
By Adam Bateman, Head: Business Development & Strategic Partnerships, Investor Services and Johan De Bruyn, Head: Fund Services, Investor Services at Standard…
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