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President Joe Biden commenced his first sub-Saharan Africa visit in Angola, focusing on the Lobito Corridor railway project aimed at countering Chinese influence and enhancing U.S. presence in the region. …
Biden’s Landmark Visit to Angola Highlights U.S. Commitment to Africa Read More
Key climate news for November 25-29, 2024, includes COP29’s inadequate climate finance deal, alarming health findings on wildfire pollution, increasing displacement in Africa from floods and conflict, and financial insights …
Week in Review: Key Climate Developments from November 25-29, 2024 Read More
Standard Chartered PLC is exploring the sale of its wealth and retail banking businesses in Botswana, Uganda, and Zambia as part of a strategy to enhance income growth and returns. …
Standard Chartered Plans Exit from Botswana, Uganda, and Zambia Banking Operations Read More
Standard Chartered PLC plans to divest its wealth and retail banking operations in Botswana, Uganda, and Zambia while continuing to serve global corporate clients. The move aims to enhance income …
Standard Chartered Plans to Divest Banking Operations in Botswana, Uganda, and Zambia Read More
Standard Chartered PLC plans to divest from its wealth and retail banking operations in Botswana, Uganda, and Zambia, while continuing to service corporate clients in these markets. This strategic decision …
Standard Chartered Plans Strategic Exit from Banking in Botswana, Uganda, and Zambia Read More
Children in sub-Saharan Africa are at high risk from the effects of climate change but receive minimal support from climate financing. A UNICEF report predicts escalating climate hazards will severely …
Impact of Climate Change on Children in Sub-Saharan Africa: A Call for Action Read More
Children in sub-Saharan Africa are among the most vulnerable to climate change impacts but receive minimal funding for climate resilience. A UNICEF report warns that extreme weather conditions will increasingly …
Impact of Climate Change on African Children: Urgent Need for Action Read More
Mauritius conducted elections on November 10, 2024, as Prime Minister Pravind Jugnauth’s ruling party seeks a second term in office. Despite recent criticisms, including a controversial social media ban linked …
Mauritius Elections: Prime Minister Pravind Jugnauth Seeks Re-Election Read More
Mauritius held its elections on November 10, 2024, aiming to re-elect the ruling party led by Prime Minister Pravind Jugnauth. Despite facing criticism over a temporary social media ban following …
Mauritius Elections: Jugnauth’s Party Seeks Second Term Amid Controversies Read More
A new analysis reveals that reducing meat production by 13% in wealthier nations could eliminate 125 billion tons of carbon dioxide from the atmosphere, surpassing recent fossil fuel emissions. This …
Modest Meat Production Cuts in Wealthy Nations Could Combat Climate Change Read More