CCTV AFRICA
New report shows deforestation still an ongoing concern globally
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- New report shows deforestation still an ongoing concern globally
- Date posted
- 17 days ago
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- New data from the World Resources Institute reveals tropical forests remain under pressure globally. In 2023, nearly 3.7 million hectares of tropical primary forests were cleared. However, some countries like Colombia and Brazil have made some progress in reducing deforestation by 49 percent and 36 percent respectively.
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- Kenyan banks in the spotlight over hidden charges
- Date posted
- 17 days ago
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- Kenya's Competition Authority says some banks are charging consumers fees previously not disclosed. The banks in question include Kenya Commercial Bank, Stanbic, Family Bank, NCBA, and DIB Bank.
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- World Bank estimates GDP growth of 3.4% in Sub-Saharan Africa in 2024
- Date posted
- 17 days ago
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- Chief Economist for Africa at the World Bank, Andrew Dabalaen discusses some factors contributing to this, including falling inflation and greater private sector participation.
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- First batch of electric locomotives for Tanzania's newly built SGR arrive
- Date posted
- 17 days ago
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- The trains can transport up to 589 passengers and travel at average speeds of 160 kilometers per hour. The new Standard Gauge Railway will officially start operations in July this year.
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- Jacob Zuma cleared to participate in the upcoming South African polls
- Date posted
- 17 days ago
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- The electoral court ruled South Africa's former president can run for office in the upcoming May 29 election. Sandile Swana, an expert on governance discusses what this means.
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- At least 42 migrants die as vessel capsizes off Djibouti coast
- Date posted
- 17 days ago
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- The Red Crescent Djibouti says at least 42 migrants have died off the coast of Djibouti.
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- Mozambique searches for victims of ferry disaster
- Date posted
- 17 days ago
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- Search operations continue off the northern coast of Mozambique for victims of a ferry accident in which more than 100 people died. President Filipe Nyusi has ordered an investigation.
#mozambique #accident #boat #shorts #shortvideo
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- Mozambique authorities investigate cause of boat capsize
- Date posted
- 17 days ago
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- According to Mozambique’s transport minister, preliminary assessments indicated that the transporter and the maritime authorities did not follow the necessary safety regulations. Mozambique President Filipe Nyusi said more than 100 people died in the incident.
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- Expert warns global warming will cause spike in vector-borne diseases
- Date posted
- 18 days ago
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- Simon Bolo, of the Drugs for Neglected Diseases initiative in Kenya, says a warmer climate accelerates the life-cycle of parasites, increasing their population and resulting in a spike in vector-borne diseases. Bolo added that the effects of such a phenomenon on global public health would be devastating.
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- Former Sudan PM Hamdok among several accused of inciting RSF actions
- Date posted
- 18 days ago
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- Former Sudanese prime minister, Abdallah Hamdok, and 17 other political leaders and journalists are accused of encouraging the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces to spark the conflict with the Sudanese army that began in April last year. Some citizens believe leveling charges against Hamdok and the others will further polarise the country, while others say the accused must be held accountable if they broke the law.
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- Popular traditional pastry graces tables in Moroccan households during Ramadan
- Date posted
- 18 days ago
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- Resembling a rose, the chebakia has a unique place at Moroccan tables during Ramadan. While some Moroccan families prepare the famous sweet pastry at home, others prefer buying them where they're sold.
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- South Africa's Western Cape closes schools due to bad weather
- Date posted
- 18 days ago
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- Authorities said they will keep monitoring the storm's severity to determine if the closure will be extended beyond the original period. At least 249 Western Cape schools were damaged over the past weekend.
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- Security experts call for deployment of more police, soldiers to Nigeria's volatile areas
- Date posted
- 18 days ago
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- Nigeria is struggling to contain rising cases of kidnappings for ransom. Security experts say criminal elements are taking advantage of vacuums created in ungoverned spaces to profit from the kidnappings.
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- Closure of psychiatric clinics creating mental health crisis in Sudan
- Date posted
- 18 days ago
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- Psychologists in Sudan say about 12 referral psychiatric hospitals have closed down in several states. They argue that a lack of access to mental health support for those suffering various forms of mental illness is complicating an already worsening humanitarian and health crisis.
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- At least 34 people killed by militia group in DR Congo's Ituri province
- Date posted
- 18 days ago
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- The attacks have been blamed on the so-called Cooperative for the Development of the Congo (CODECO) one of hundreds of militias operating in the country's restive region.
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- Rwandan president "satisfied" with South Africa's stance on DR Congo conflict
- Date posted
- 18 days ago
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- Rwandan President Paul Kagame said he and South African President Cyril Ramaphosa had a very good discussion about the security situation in the Democratic Republic of Congo. Ramaphosa was in Kigali as part of commemorations to mark the 30th anniversary of the 1994 Genocide Against the Tutsi.
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- Chinese Premier meets with U.S. Treasury Secretary Yellen
- Date posted
- 18 days ago
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- Chinese Premier Li Qiang engaged in discussions with U.S. Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen in Beijing, emphasizing the importance of managing their differences effectively.
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- Progress made in the construction of East African Crude Oil Pipeline in Tanzania
- Date posted
- 18 days ago
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- The construction of the East African Crude Oil Pipeline, spanning 1,443 kilometers from Uganda's oil fields to Tanzania's Tanga Port, is underway. Notably, due to the unique properties of Uganda's crude oil, the pipeline will require continuous heating throughout its length, making it the longest electrically heated pipeline globally upon completion.
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- South African avocados gain traction in Chinese market
- Date posted
- 18 days ago
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- With a focus on increasing agricultural exports to China, South Africa is set to dispatch its inaugural shipment of avocados to meet the growing demand in the Chinese market. This marks a significant opportunity for South Africa to tap into the lucrative avocado trade.
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- Chinese companies contracted to build fuel storage facility in Tanzania
- Date posted
- 18 days ago
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- Tanzanian authorities have awarded a 270 million U.S. dollar tender to Chinese firms for the construction of fuel storage tanks at the Dar es Salaam port. This infrastructure development aims to augment fuel storage capacity, significantly reducing vessel turnaround time from 12 to 3 days and subsequently lowering retail fuel prices.
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- Nigeria advocates for increased patronage of locally manufactured goods
- Date posted
- 18 days ago
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- In a bid to alleviate the country's over-dependence on imports, which has contributed to the devaluation of the Naira against the U.S. dollar, the Nigerian government is championing the consumption of domestically produced goods. However, this initiative faces challenges, with the Manufacturers Association of Nigeria citing the closure of over 700 companies and distress among 300 others due to various hurdles.
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- Nigerian Stock Exchange acquires stake in Ethiopia Securities Exchange
- Date posted
- 18 days ago
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- NGX, based in Lagos, and other institutional investors poured large sums of cash into the Ethiopian exchange during its recent capital-raising endeavor. This strategic move aligns with NGX's objectives to expand capital market activities in East Africa and foster cross-border investment flows across the continent.
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- Canal Plus offers higher bid to acquire MultiChoice
- Date posted
- 18 days ago
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- French media conglomerate, Canal Plus has raised its bid to acquire all shares of MultiChoice from 5.6 U.S. dollars to 6.7 U.S. dollars per share, after the rejection of the initial offer in February.
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- Ethiopia Securities Exchange surpasses capital-raising phase by over 200 percent
- Date posted
- 18 days ago
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- Ethiopia's plans to launch a securities market are making progress. The Ethiopian Securities Exchange initially aimed to raise 11.07 million U.S. dollars but announced on Thursday that it had obtained 26.6 million in investments.
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- Analyst says full dollarization of Zimbabwe currency has economic impact
- Date posted
- 19 days ago
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- Roughly 80 percent of transactions in the country are being done in the U.S. dollar. According to economy expert, Dr Prosper Chitambara, the dollarization option is not a palatable one for Zimbabwe's central bank or the finance ministry.
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- Growing calls for Nigeria government to enforce capital punishment on kidnappers
- Date posted
- 19 days ago
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- First Lady Senator Oluremi Tinubu is one of the voices demanding the government aggressively address kidnappings in Nigeria. The country has been plagued by a surge in kidnappings, leaving communities in fear and authorities struggling to contain the crisis.
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- Somalia reports 4,956 new Cholera cases, 60 deaths in last three months
- Date posted
- 19 days ago
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- Data by the UN Children's Fund shows that at least 60 people have died of cholera in Somalia in the past three months. The upsurge in cholera infections is largely attributed to El Nino-induced floods.
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- Deadly accidents far too common on Africa's waterways
- Date posted
- 19 days ago
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- Sunday's overcrowded ferry accident in Mozambique is the latest in a long series of fatalities on Africa's waterways. The deadly boat mishaps continue despite governments adopting safety measures, including outlawing night travel and introducing stiff penalties for violators.
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- At least 94 dead, 26 missing in Mozambique ferry tragedy
- Date posted
- 19 days ago
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- Authorities say the vessel, an overloaded fishing boat, was ferrying people to a nearby island but was not licensed to transport people. The passengers fled their areas of origin due to panic caused by misinformation about a cholera outbreak.
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- Moroccan boxer Rabab Cheddar chases dream while fasting
- Date posted
- 19 days ago
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- Moroccan flyweight boxer Rabab Cheddar is pushing her limits by training during the Holy month of Ramadan, all in a bid to qualify for the upcoming Paris Olympics.
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- Uganda Red Cross supports health groupings for students
- Date posted
- 19 days ago
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- School health clubs are a recent initiative that aims to empower students to deal with health issues and risks in their communities. There are now more than 80 health clubs in primary and secondary schools across the country.
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- Tanzania FA insists there is no room for superstitions in sport
- Date posted
- 20 days ago
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- For as long as football has been played in Tanzania, the ghost of alleged use of witchcraft has hung over the game. Through the years, the country's two largest teams Yanga and Simba have traded barbs, accusing each other of using so-called 'black magic' to gain the upper hand on the pitch.
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- BoomPlay ignites Nairobi with electrifying BoomFest 2024
- Date posted
- 20 days ago
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- Africa's top music streaming platform held its first-ever BoomFest event in Nairobi, Kenya on Saturday. Featuring 13 popular Kenyan artists, the event attracted a crowd of music enthusiasts.
#BoomFest2024 #BoomPlay
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- South Sudan government, UNMISS conduct joint assessment mission
- Date posted
- 20 days ago
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- United Nations peacekeepers have increased their patrols in South Sudan's Central Equatoria state, where insecurity has displaced many families. The UN mission in the country is collaborating with South Sudanese government agencies to assist those most affected by the escalating tensions in the state.
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- Uganda resettles hundreds displaced by flooding
- Date posted
- 20 days ago
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- Authorities in eastern Uganda have begun resettling hundreds of people after heavy rains led to significant damage. Two days of rain have destroyed property and displaced many in the region, and left two people dead.
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- South African government seeks to explore AI's potential
- Date posted
- 20 days ago
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- Artificial Intelligence is increasingly being used across various industries and in everyday life in South Africa. The country’s Ministry of Communications and Digital Technologies convened an AI summit in Johannesburg, bringing together government and private sector representatives. The aim was to examine relevant policies and explore ways to unlock the full potential of AI to benefit the economy.
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- DR Congo reports increase in number of women seeking antenatal care
- Date posted
- 20 days ago
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- Hospitals offering free maternity care in the capital of DR Congo have seen a significant rise in the number of women delivering in their facilities since last year.
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- Ramadan unites hundreds of displaced Sudanese refugees in Somalia
- Date posted
- 20 days ago
- Description
- Somalia hosts hundreds of Sudanese nationals who fled their homeland following clashes between the army and the Rapid Support Forces a year ago. With the assistance of their embassy in Mogadishu, the Sudanese community comes together, especially during Ramadan, to celebrate its culture away from the conflict in their homeland.
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- Talk Africa: The mystery of cults
- Date posted
- 20 days ago
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- Cults have been in existence for hundreds of years. Their leaders stand accused of distorting religious doctrines, which has often led followers to tragic ends. This week on Talk Africa, we delve deeper into the mystery of cults, exploring how they operate and why they have persisted.
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- Two aid convoys with food reach Sudan's Darfur for the first time in months
- Date posted
- 21 days ago
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- The arrival of the first batch of food and nutrition supplies for 250,000 people in Darfur has come as a relief for aid agencies. Global food security experts estimate that about 1.7 million people are already enduring emergency levels of hunger in the region.
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- Gunmen kill at least 21 villagers in Nigeria’s Kogi State
- Date posted
- 21 days ago
- Description
- According to the chairman of the Omala local government area, the incident was a revenge attack by Fulani herders after villagers killed six of their own. Herders and farmers often clash in the region due to pressure on land resources.
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- Former world boxing champion Hekkie Budler hangs up his gloves
- Date posted
- 21 days ago
- Description
- South African Hekkie Budler admitted that his decision to retire from boxing was a difficult one. But the former two-division weight champion said that he had come to terms with his choice and he was happy with it.
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- Uganda electrifying motorcycle taxis
- Date posted
- 21 days ago
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- Uganda is gradually turning to electric mobility by introducing incentives for users. The transition from fuel to electric powered motorbikes is still a work in progress.
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- South Africa’s President officially opens new rail terminal in Durban
- Date posted
- 21 days ago
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- The terminal is strategically located next to the main Port of Durban to facilitate and enhance trade. It's also a flagship development under President Cyril Ramaphosa's investment drive to attract private sector participation to help boost economic growth.
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- Nigeria begins rollout of MenFive vaccine in most affected areas
- Date posted
- 21 days ago
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- Nigeria is actively vaccinating children in high-risk areas having secured millions of doses of the MenFive vaccine, which targets all five strains of meningitis. The disease is a significant threat to young children worldwide, particularly within parts of sub-Saharan Africa.
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- Nigerian movie remembers the Chibok girls abducted 10 years ago screened
- Date posted
- 21 days ago
- Description
- The film titled "Statues Also Breathe", documents the creation of terracotta sculptures representing each of the 108 kidnapped girls still missing. Hosted by the S.A.B Art Foundation and the Chibok Parents Association, the film serves as a tribute and reminder of the girls' absence and the ongoing struggle of their families and community.
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- Startup plans to beam solar power from space
- Date posted
- 21 days ago
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- The odds of building a commercially viable solar power farm in space have risen, as a British startup passes a critical milestone. The company is hoping to power more than a million homes by the 2030s with a mile-wide complex of mirrors and solar panels orbiting over 35 000 kilometers above the Earth.
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- Egyptian farmers see profits as demand for Calendula surges
- Date posted
- 21 days ago
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- Egyptian farmers say the increasing demand for the Calendula product means they can look forward to greater profits. Calendula is a medicinal plant that has been used in pharmaceutical and cosmetic industries since ancient times. It's grown in several European countries, but most recently in Egypt.
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- Massive Savannah plains outside Nairobi under threat
- Date posted
- 21 days ago
- Description
- Kenyan capital is expanding, and many residents are now choosing to live in its lush suburbs, rather than take on the hustle and bustle of the city itself. But this expansion is seeing more and more criticism from environmentalists, who it is threatening the Savanna plains outside the Kenyan capital.
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- Zimbabwe unveils new currency called Zimbabwe Gold, or ZiG
- Date posted
- 21 days ago
- Description
- Authorities in the Southern African nation introduced a new gold-backed currency to try to end years of volatility and slow down inflation. The new currency will start circulating immediately, alongside the U.S. dollar.
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