Winnie Byanyima, UNAIDS Executive Director
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Most New HIV Infections Occurred Outside sub-Saharan Africa

For the first time in history, the majority of new HIV infections have occurred outside sub-Saharan Africa, reflecting both significant

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DR Congo Receives First Batch of Mpox Vaccines

The Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) has received its first shipment of 100,000 mpox vaccines from the European Union (EU),

Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni
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Italy PM Giorgia Meloni Expresses Ukraine And Immigration Fatigue In Call With Russian Pranksters Posing As Head Of African Union

In a recent prank call, Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni shared candid thoughts on international issues. The 13-minute audio, released

New Motorway Halves Travel Time between Libya and Tunisia
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New Motorway Halves Travel Time between Libya and Tunisia

The recent commissioning of a new motorway connecting the Tunisian coastal cities of Gabès and Medenine to the Libyan border

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Middle East and North Africa Climate Week 2023: What does a 3°C temperature rise mean for Saudi Arabia?

A major report has outlined the challenges that Saudi Arabia, currently hosting this year’s Middle East and North Africa Climate

Reserve Bank of Zimbabwe launches gold-backed digital token ZiG
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Reserve Bank of Zimbabwe launches ZiG: Gold-Backed Digital Token to Counter Currency Instability

The Reserve Bank of Zimbabwe (RBZ) has taken a significant step towards addressing the nation’s enduring currency instability and rampant

lawmakers voice support for stronger health emergency preparedness and response
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Accra, Ghana: African Lawmakers Meet For First Ever Pan-African Parliamentary Meeting On Health Security

Accra, 10 November 2023 – African lawmakers gathering for the continent’s first-ever parliamentary meeting on health security today agreed to

Côte d'Ivoire Launches Groundbreaking Malaria Vaccine Campaign
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Côte d’Ivoire Launches Groundbreaking Malaria Vaccine Campaign

In the bustling heart of Côte d’Ivoire’s Expanded Programme on Immunisation, Dr. Yao Kossia stands ready to distribute crucial vaccines

Safaricom Ethiopia makes $43,368 in M-PESA revenue three months after launch
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Safaricom Ethiopia Makes $43,368 In M-PESA Revenue Three Months After Launch

Safaricom Ethiopia has made KES 7.2 million ($43,368) in M-PESA revenue three months after it launched in August 2023.  M-PESA