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Euroviews. The G20’s promise of a debt freeze is not enough for Africa to combat the COVID-19 crisis ǀ View

If the infections continue to rise, Africa’s weak healthcare systems will be immensely overwhelmed and not able to deal with the raging virus.

Nigeria

Africa will be next epicentre of coronavirus, says WHO

The World Health Organization says the number of known coronavirus cases in Africa has risen by 51 percent.

World News

What doctors and the WHO really said about Africa and vaccine testing

The Director-General of the World Health Organization, Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, condemned on Monday what he called "racist remarks" made on French TV about testing a new vaccine against coronavirus in Africa.

Europe News

The Brief: Trump flight ban, foreign policy report card

Europe is reeling from the news of the US president's flight ban. Ursula's planned trip to Greece is put on hold due to coronavirus and at 100 days in office, we look at Team Ursula's foreign policy performance.

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Kenya

'Devastating': Poachers kill 'last female' white giraffe and her calf

The slaughter of a white female and her calf leaves just one lone male alive in the country.

World

South Sudan's former child soldiers try to rebuild their lives

In partnership with The European Commission

As a fragile peace slowly settles in South Sudan, former child soldiers are gradually being demobilised. But do they still have a future?

World

The Ugandan singer turning plastic waste into drums

The African continent is the world leader in plastic bag regulations.

World

Ninety thousand still displaced: how Mozambique is recovering from devastating cyclones

In partnership with The European Commission

Ninety thousand still displaced: how Mozambique is recovering from devastating cyclones

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Locust swarms threaten East Africa's food security

The most serious outbreak of locusts in 25 years is spreading across East Africa and posing an unprecedented threat to food security in some of the world's most vulnerable countries.

Switzerland

'Africans wouldn't risk trip to EU if they had opportunities at home'

"It’s not about giving handouts, it’s about giving a hand up," said the CEO of a philanthropic organisation in Africa.

France

France commits more troops to fight jihadist threat in Sahel region

Macron wants the summit to help re-legitimize the French operation in the Sahel by sending a strong joint message.

Europe News

Outrage over reports EU-funding linked to forced labour in Eritrea

The EU Commission said that it was aware that conscripts were used for the road project - but that Brussels funded only material and equipment, not labour.

World

Education, arts and crafts in this episode

On the show, Edtech solution in the DRC where a platform is providing children with access to digital lessons and transforming the school experience.

Business Series

Tech-driven start-ups deliver a boost to Angola's economy

In partnership with aipex

With a tech-driven approach, start-ups in Angola are turning the wheels of the economy faster, driving more investment and job-creation for Angola’s youthful population.

Business Series

Web-driven start-ups tap Angola’s youthful energy

An online ride service is helping to diversify Angola’s economy - and its workforce.

Business Series

Angola's Namibe coast: luxury huts with stunning views, secluded beach and a grotto for parties

In partnership with aipex

Andrea Martins' father discovered this "lost paradise" on the Atlantic coast. But he nearly didn't live to tell the tale.

Business Series

Tourism set to bloom in Angola’s desert region

In partnership with aipex

The south-west African country is waking up to its tourism potential, offering opportunities for visitors and investors alike.

Rwanda

Rwanda’s port – creating a hub for Intra-African trade

In partnership with DP World

One of the largest in-land ports in Africa, Kigali Logistics Platform, is working towards a different kind of management system to create a faster and more efficient process for its customers. The first phase cost an estimated €31 million and was financed by logistics giant Dubai Port World.

Partner content

Business opportunities expanding for Dubai in Africa

Partner content presented by Department of Tourism and Commerce Marketing Dubai

In this month's Business Line programme, we look at the Global Business Forum on Africa. In its fifth edition, the two-day event explores the challenges and opportunities associated with doing business in Africa with many companies looking to the continent as the next big investment frontier.

Business

African business summit heralds new opportunities for regional trade

In partnership with Dubai Chamber

Dubai Ports becoming an important investor in ports management is one example of current integration.