An explosive question-and-answer session between journalists and U.S. Africa Army Commander exposes America’s vulnerability in Africa as China benefits from war on terror and Russia pushes in
The United States is doubling down on its commitment to secure Africa from present and future threats of terrorism, according to Maj. General Andrew M. Rohling, the U.S. Army Southern European Task Force, Africa commander and the U.S. Army Europe and Africa deputy commanding general.
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In rare in-person interview, World Health Organization expert Maria Van Kerkhove tells Today News Africa why people die from COVID-19, even as cases rise in Africa
"We know that infection of the SARS COV2 virus, the virus that causes COVID 19 is a dangerous virus, and it does kill some people that it infects. We know that the number of deaths that have been reported to WHO today is truly an underestimate," she said. "There are a number of reasons for this, first, and foremost, we know that people with underlying conditions are at increased risk for death and these include people with liver disease, kidney disease, and HIV. But there are other factors like getting early care, early clinical care."
Ebola outbreak in Guinea declared over
A total of 16 confirmed and seven probable cases were reported in Guinea’s latest outbreak in which 11 patients survived and 12 lives lost. Shortly after the infections were detected, national health authorities, with support from World Health Organization (WHO) and partners, mounted a swift response, tapping into the expertise gained in fighting recent outbreaks both in Guinea and in the Democratic Republic of the Congo.
U.S. asks international community to act as refugees from Ethiopia’s Tigray region and elsewhere face ‘immeasurable suffering’
“The international community cannot be idle in the face of immeasurable suffering," U.S. Ambassador to the United Nations Linda Thomas-Greenfield said in remarks on June 15, referring to refugees in Ethiopia and elsewhere, ahead of the World Refugee Day on Sunday, June 20. "We urge donor countries to continue to fund humanitarian crisis responses around the world, and we call on other countries to increase opportunities for refugee resettlement and local integration.”
Biden’s top diplomat Antony Blinken says with 82 million forcibly displaced people in the world, including more than 26 million refugees, countries must act now
"We mark today with news that the immense global forced displacement crisis has reached a disturbing new high, affecting more than 82 million people who are forcibly displaced, including more than 26 million refugees. These figures and the UN Refugee Agency’s theme for this year’s World Refugee Day, “Together we heal, learn, and shine,” are calls to action for all countries to ensure refugees have access to protection, life-saving care, and opportunities to learn so they can thrive in their host communities," Blinken said on World Refugee Day on Sunday.
An explosive question-and-answer session between journalists and U.S. Africa Army Commander exposes America’s vulnerability in Africa as China benefits from war on terror and Russia pushes in
The United States is doubling down on its commitment to secure Africa from present and future threats of terrorism, according to Maj. General Andrew M. Rohling, the U.S. Army Southern European Task Force, Africa commander and the U.S. Army Europe and Africa deputy commanding general.
Nigerian activists sue Buhari government over ‘repressive directive’ to broadcasters to stop using ‘unpatriotic’ Twitter
Nigerian activists announced on Sunday that they had sued the government of President Muhammadu Buhari over its 'repressive directive' to broadcasters to stop using...
In rare in-person interview, World Health Organization expert Maria Van Kerkhove tells Today News Africa why people die from COVID-19, even as cases rise in Africa
"We know that infection of the SARS COV2 virus, the virus that causes COVID 19 is a dangerous virus, and it does kill some people that it infects. We know that the number of deaths that have been reported to WHO today is truly an underestimate," she said. "There are a number of reasons for this, first, and foremost, we know that people with underlying conditions are at increased risk for death and these include people with liver disease, kidney disease, and HIV. But there are other factors like getting early care, early clinical care."
Ebola outbreak in Guinea declared over
A total of 16 confirmed and seven probable cases were reported in Guinea’s latest outbreak in which 11 patients survived and 12 lives lost. Shortly after the infections were detected, national health authorities, with support from World Health Organization (WHO) and partners, mounted a swift response, tapping into the expertise gained in fighting recent outbreaks both in Guinea and in the Democratic Republic of the Congo.
World’s most dangerous place to go to school: More than 1,000 students abducted in Nigeria this year
An estimated 70 students along with teachers were abducted in Kebbi state, Nigeria from the Federal Government College on Thursday, June 17. Eyewitnesses say roughly 100 gunmen stormed the school, shooting, killing one security officer, and injuring students.
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President Joe Biden and First Lady Jill Biden are heartbroken: “our beloved German Shepherd, Champ, passed away peacefully at home”
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In rare in-person interview, World Health Organization expert Maria Van Kerkhove tells Today News Africa why people die from COVID-19, even as cases rise in Africa
"We know that infection of the SARS COV2 virus, the virus that causes COVID 19 is a dangerous virus, and it does kill some people that it infects. We know that the number of deaths that have been reported to WHO today is truly an underestimate," she said. "There are a number of reasons for this, first, and foremost, we know that people with underlying conditions are at increased risk for death and these include people with liver disease, kidney disease, and HIV. But there are other factors like getting early care, early clinical care."
Ebola outbreak in Guinea declared over
A total of 16 confirmed and seven probable cases were reported in Guinea’s latest outbreak in which 11 patients survived and 12 lives lost. Shortly after the infections were detected, national health authorities, with support from World Health Organization (WHO) and partners, mounted a swift response, tapping into the expertise gained in fighting recent outbreaks both in Guinea and in the Democratic Republic of the Congo.
U.S. asks international community to act as refugees from Ethiopia’s Tigray region and elsewhere face ‘immeasurable suffering’
“The international community cannot be idle in the face of immeasurable suffering," U.S. Ambassador to the United Nations Linda Thomas-Greenfield said in remarks on June 15, referring to refugees in Ethiopia and elsewhere, ahead of the World Refugee Day on Sunday, June 20. "We urge donor countries to continue to fund humanitarian crisis responses around the world, and we call on other countries to increase opportunities for refugee resettlement and local integration.”
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U.S. Ambassador to UN says ‘widespread sexual violence’ being used in Ethiopia’s Tigray region as a weapon of war
The United States Ambassador to the United Nations, Linda Thomas-Greenfield, on Friday, said "widespread sexual violence" was being used...
Ethiopian government aiming to destroy Tigrayans, EU envoy says in shocking revelation
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Biden’s top diplomat Antony Blinken says with 82 million forcibly displaced people in the world, including more than 26 million refugees, countries must act now
"We mark today with news that the immense global forced displacement crisis has reached a disturbing new high, affecting more than 82 million people who are forcibly displaced, including more than 26 million refugees. These figures and the UN Refugee Agency’s theme for this year’s World Refugee Day, “Together we heal, learn, and shine,” are calls to action for all countries to ensure refugees have access to protection, life-saving care, and opportunities to learn so they can thrive in their host communities," Blinken said on World Refugee Day on Sunday.
U.S. Ambassador to UN says ‘widespread sexual violence’ being used in Ethiopia’s Tigray region as a weapon of war
The United States Ambassador to the United Nations, Linda Thomas-Greenfield, on Friday, said "widespread...
Ethiopian government aiming to destroy Tigrayans, EU envoy says in shocking revelation
“When I met the Ethiopian leadership in February, they really used this kind of language that they are going to destroy the Tigrayans, they are going to wipe out the Tigrayans for 100 years and so forth,” said the EU Envoy.
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Biden’s top diplomat Antony Blinken says with 82 million forcibly displaced people in the world, including more than 26 million refugees, countries must act...
"We mark today with news that the immense global forced displacement crisis has reached a disturbing new high, affecting more than 82 million people who are forcibly displaced, including more than 26 million refugees. These figures and the UN Refugee Agency’s theme for this year’s World Refugee Day, “Together we heal, learn, and shine,” are calls to action for all countries to ensure refugees have access to protection, life-saving care, and opportunities to learn so they can thrive in their host communities," Blinken said on World Refugee Day on Sunday.
An explosive question-and-answer session between journalists and U.S. Africa Army Commander exposes America’s vulnerability in Africa as China benefits from war on terror and...
The United States is doubling down on its commitment to secure Africa from present and future threats of terrorism, according to Maj. General Andrew M. Rohling, the U.S. Army Southern European Task Force, Africa commander and the U.S. Army Europe and Africa deputy commanding general.
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"Protecting refugees is part of our DNA. Our nation was founded by those fleeing religious persecution. When we take action to help refugees around the world, we honor our past and live up to our highest values. We show our greatest strength as a nation," President Biden said in a statement. "That’s why I revised the United States’ annual refugee admissions cap to 62,500 for this fiscal year, and plan to raise it to 125,000 next year."
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Biden’s top diplomat Antony Blinken says with 82 million forcibly displaced people in the world, including more than 26 million refugees, countries must act now
"We mark today with news that the immense global forced displacement crisis has reached a disturbing new high, affecting more than 82 million people who are forcibly displaced, including more than 26 million refugees. These figures and the UN Refugee Agency’s theme for this year’s World Refugee Day, “Together we heal, learn, and shine,” are calls to action for all countries to ensure refugees have access to protection, life-saving care, and opportunities to learn so they can thrive in their host communities," Blinken said on World Refugee Day on Sunday.
An explosive question-and-answer session between journalists and U.S. Africa Army Commander exposes America’s vulnerability in Africa as China benefits from war on terror and Russia pushes in
The United States is doubling down on its commitment to secure Africa from present and future threats of terrorism, according to Maj. General Andrew M. Rohling, the U.S. Army Southern European Task Force, Africa commander and the U.S. Army Europe and Africa deputy commanding general.
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"Protecting refugees is part of our DNA. Our nation was founded by those fleeing religious persecution. When we take action to help refugees around the world, we honor our past and live up to our highest values. We show our greatest strength as a nation," President Biden said in a statement. "That’s why I revised the United States’ annual refugee admissions cap to 62,500 for this fiscal year, and plan to raise it to 125,000 next year."
Nigerian activists sue Buhari government over ‘repressive directive’ to broadcasters to stop using ‘unpatriotic’ Twitter
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Biden’s top diplomat Antony Blinken says with 82 million forcibly displaced people in the world, including more than 26 million refugees, countries must act now
"We mark today with news that the immense global forced displacement crisis has reached a disturbing new high, affecting more than 82 million people who are forcibly displaced, including more than 26 million refugees. These figures and the UN Refugee Agency’s theme for this year’s World Refugee Day, “Together we heal, learn, and shine,” are calls to action for all countries to ensure refugees have access to protection, life-saving care, and opportunities to learn so they can thrive in their host communities," Blinken said on World Refugee Day on Sunday.
An explosive question-and-answer session between journalists and U.S. Africa Army Commander exposes America’s vulnerability in Africa as China benefits from war on terror and Russia pushes in
The United States is doubling down on its commitment to secure Africa from present and future threats of terrorism, according to Maj. General Andrew M. Rohling, the U.S. Army Southern European Task Force, Africa commander and the U.S. Army Europe and Africa deputy commanding general.
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Human Rights Watch asks IMF to deny three-year loan to Cameroon without guarantee the money will not be stolen amid COVID-19 corruption scandal
“The IMF Board is voting on its third loan to Cameroon since the start of the pandemic in the midst of a Covid-19-related corruption scandal and violent crisis roiling the country’s English-speaking regions with a devastating impact on people’s right to health,” said Sarah Saadoun, senior business and human rights researcher at Human Rights Watch. “When badly-needed aid is being squandered or stolen, it would be irresponsible for the IMF to approve another loan without safeguards to ensure that the money goes where it is intended.”
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IMF approves release of $772 million to Angola, bringing total disbursements under current loan arrangement to $3.9 billion
The Executive Board of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) on Wednesday approved an immediate release of about $772 million to Angola, bringing total disbursements under the current loan arrangement to $3.9 billion.
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The executive board of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) on Monday approved about US$650 million or CFAF 350 billion loan for Senegal.
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