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Dakar 2026 Youth Olympics expected to unlock $155 million in investment
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- Dakar 2026 Youth Olympics expected to unlock $155 million in investment
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- 3:19
- Date posted
- 2 hours ago
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- Dakar 2026 Youth Olympics expected to unlock $155 million in investment
With around 2,700 athletes and a historic first for Africa, Senegal is positioning the #Dakar2026 Youth Olympic Games as more than a sporting event. The Games are expected to stimulate local businesses, tourism and transport while creating opportunities for employment and skills development.
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- Kenya highway expansion expected to boost regional trade and connectivity
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- 4:32
- Date posted
- 3 hours ago
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- Kenya's major highway expansion project is approaching a key milestone, with the government targeting the opening of sections of the Rironi–Naivasha stretch to motorists before the festive season. The project is expected to ease congestion, improve road safety and strengthen transport links between Nairobi, western Kenya and neighbouring countries.
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- Africa Watch: The Shakahola Tragedy—What lessons have we learned
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- 2:18
- Date posted
- 3 hours ago
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- The conviction of self-proclaimed pastor Paul Mackenzie and 28 co-accused over the Shakahola deaths marks a major development in one of Kenya’s most disturbing tragedies.
The Mombasa High Court has now sentenced Mackenzie to 200 years in prison, following his conviction on 191 counts of murder involving 191 victims, including 190 children. The case exposed the devastating consequences of extremist religious teachings, with Mackenzie having urged followers to starve themselves and their children in pursuit of salvation.
The discovery of mass graves in Shakahola, Kilifi County, in 2023 shocked the world and raised questions about how such a movement was able to operate.
In this episode of Africa Watch, Wilkister Nyabwa revisits the events that led to the tragedy and examines the warning signs that emerged before the mass deaths. While the 200-year sentence marks a significant step towards accountability, the case leaves wider questions about the...
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- Egypt unveils electronic system to monitor petroleum product distribution
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- 3:17
- Date posted
- 3 hours ago
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- Egypt's Ministry of Petroleum and Mineral Resources has developed an electronic monitoring system to strengthen oversight of petroleum product distribution and curb smuggling. Using data from electronic vehicle stickers, the system will track fuel across the supply chain, from distribution to final consumers.The system is expected to enhance supply-chain transparency, improve product tracking and prevent the diversion and smuggling of petroleum products.
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- Kenya cult leader Mackenzie sentenced to 200 years in prison
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- 3:30
- Date posted
- 3 hours ago
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- A Kenyan court has sentenced cult leader Paul Nthenge Mackenzie to 200 years in prison for the murder of 191 followers, including 190 children. Mackenzie, who led the Good News International Church, was arrested in April 2023 following the discovery of mass graves in Shakahola Forest in coastal Kenya.
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- Ebola patients flee after insurgent attack kills at least 33 in DR Congo
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- 2:00
- Date posted
- 3 hours ago
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- At least 33 civilians have been killed in an overnight insurgent attack in North Kivu province, in the Democratic Republic of the Congo. The assault destroyed homes and a health center, forcing #Ebola patients, including confirmed and suspected cases, to flee into surrounding communities.
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- Tanzania opposition leader acquitted of treason, jailed for incitement
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- 0:39
- Date posted
- 4 hours ago
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- Tanzania's main opposition leader Tundu Lissu has been acquitted of treason but sentenced to four years in prison for incitement. The High Court found him guilty over remarks urging the public to disrupt the 2025 general election. Lissu, who was arrested in April 2025 after calling for electoral reforms, and has remained in detention for more than 18 months.
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- Cape Town brings together young leaders seeking to shape the future
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- 3:32
- Date posted
- 4 hours ago
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- Cape Town hosted the One Young World Summit from November 3 to 6, bringing together more than 2,200 young leaders from over 190 countries to transform bold ideas into practical solutions. CGTN's Julie Scheier reports on how young leaders are reimagining the future of work.
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- Cocoa emerges as an increasingly important source of income for Ugandan farmers
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- 2:57
- Date posted
- 4 hours ago
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- Uganda has traditionally been known for coffee, its leading agricultural export. However, cocoa is gaining prominence as an alternative source of income for farmers. Its export earnings have also risen sharply, highlighting the crop's growing contribution to the country's agricultural economy.
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- NBS Bank unveils dedicated Chinese banking service in Malawi
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- 2:23
- Date posted
- 4 hours ago
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- Malawi’s NBS Bank has launched a dedicated banking service for Chinese clients, seeking to strengthen trade and investment ties between Malawi and China. The service targets Chinese businesses operating in Malawi as well as local firms engaged in trade with China. It aims to address challenges such as language barriers, payment delays and access to foreign exchange.
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- Ethiopia becomes Africa’s fifth-largest economy after GDP rebasing
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- 2:25
- Date posted
- 4 hours ago
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- Ethiopia’s GDP has been recalculated at $210.7 billion for the 2025/26 fiscal year, placing it fifth among Africa’s largest economies, ahead of Morocco and Kenya. The increase reflects a broader measurement of economic activity rather than a sudden surge in production.
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- China, Gabon elevate ties to community with shared future for new era
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- 1:43
- Date posted
- 6 hours ago
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- Chinese President Xi Jinping held talks with Gabonese President Brice Clotaire Oligui Nguema in Beijing on Friday. The two leaders announced the elevation of bilateral relations to a China-Gabon community with a shared future for the new era.
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- Athlete365 House connects young athletes at Dakar 2026
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- 0:55
- Date posted
- 7 hours ago
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- For young athletes at #Dakar2026, some memorable moments happen beyond the competition. From exchanging pins to making friends across language barriers, the #IOC’s Athlete365 House offers a space for cultural exchange, shared experiences and connections that last beyond the Games.
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- WATCH #AfricaLIVE 1000 GMT on CGTN with Richard Nta:
- Runtime
- 48:24
- Date posted
- 7 hours ago
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- *Insurgents force #Ebola patients to flee in deadly DR Congo raid
*South Africa’s ANC faces major setback in local elections as coalition talks loom
*Kenya court sentences cult leader to 200 years in prison
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- Living Next Door To Simba
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- 3:13
- Date posted
- 8 hours ago
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- 🦁 What if your neighbors were lions?
In Kenya’s Maasai Mara, lions and pastoralists have shared the same grasslands for generations. But when lions attack livestock, protecting wildlife while safeguarding local livelihoods becomes a delicate balancing act.
In 2011, Chinese wildlife conservationist Simba(Zhuo Qiang) left his job in China and traveled to Africa with one goal: to protect lions.
Sixteen years later, he is still working alongside local Maasai communities to find ways for people and lions to coexist.
Has his dream come true? Watch Living Next Door To Simba to find out. 🌍
#LivingNextDoorToSimba #WildlifeConservation #MaasaiMara #HumanWildlifeCoexistence
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- WATCH #AfricaLive on CGTN at 1700 GMT with Peninah Karibe:
- Runtime
- 51:41
- Date posted
- 10 hours ago
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- * Kenyan cult leader Mackenzie sentenced to 200 years in prison
* At least 10 civilians killed in DR Congo's North Kivu province
* Tanzania High Court acquits opposition leader Tundu Lissu of treason
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- 📺 WATCH #AfricaLIVE 1000GMT on CGTN with Peninah Karibe:
- Runtime
- 49:06
- Date posted
- 17 hours ago
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- * A Kenyan court is set to sentence doomsday sect leader #PaulMackenzie.
* British doctor infected with #Ebola in the #DRC heads to London for treatment.
* The #African Union moves to revive the Algiers Agreement.
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- Weekly Look-Back with Trixie: South Africa’s elections, AGOA shake-up and Kenya’s historic gold
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- 1:57
- Date posted
- 1 day ago
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- In this week’s episode of the Weekly Look-Back, 🇿🇦 South Africa went to the polls amid growing concerns over service delivery, the US decision to remove South Africa and Rwanda from AGOA sparked debate, 🇳🇬 Lagos Fashion Week saw a surprise runway appearance by Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu, and 🇰🇪 Kenya’s Rising Lionesses clinched a historic Youth Olympic gold in Dakar!
#WeeklyLookBack #Africa #SouthAfrica #AGOA #LagosFashionWeek #Dakar2026
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- Skateboarding makes its Youth Olympic Games debut in Dakar
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- 2:11
- Date posted
- 1 day ago
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- Skateboarding is making its first appearance at the 2026 Youth Olympic Games in Dakar, drawing crowds eager to witness the sport's high-energy tricks and competition. The debut highlights the growing popularity of the sport and its expanding place in the Olympic movement, with young athletes hoping to inspire a new generation of skateboarders.
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- South Africa races to save AGOA duty-free access to US market
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- 3:04
- Date posted
- 1 day ago
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- African exporters face mounting uncertainty as Washington moves to withdraw the country from AGOA, threatening businesses, jobs and investment. With the January 1 deadline approaching, Pretoria has limited time to negotiate while companies explore alternative markets to cushion potential losses.
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- Two army officers killed as Egypt cracks down on illegal gold mining
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- 1:51
- Date posted
- 1 day ago
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- Egypt’s military says two army officers have been killed during a campaign against illegal gold mining along its southern border with Sudan. The four-month operation has resulted in hundreds of arrests as authorities seek to curb cross-border smuggling amid growing insecurity and economic disruption in neighboring Sudan.
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- Justin Hou Kun takes the Olympic spirit around the world
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- 4:09
- Date posted
- 1 day ago
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- Chinese Olympic enthusiast and Dakar 2026 Youth Olympic Games Ambassador Justin Hou Kun has visited all 47 Summer and Winter Olympic host cities, championing sports, cultural exchange, and global unity. As Dakar makes history as the first African city to host an Olympic event, Hou's journey highlights the power of sports to inspire young people, bridge cultures, and strengthen international ties.
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- African Union moves to revive Ethiopia-Eritrea peace agreement
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- 3:02
- Date posted
- 1 day ago
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- The African Union says it is working to revive the 2000 Algiers Agreement, as part of efforts to ease rising tensions between Ethiopia and Eritrea. The initiative comes as the AU marks 20 years of its Post-Conflict Reconstruction and Development Policy, renewing its commitment to sustainable peace across the continent.
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- Rwanda traders turn to African markets amid looming AGOA suspension
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- 4:16
- Date posted
- 1 day ago
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- Rwandan businesses are exploring stronger regional trade partnerships to cushion potential losses following Washington’s planned suspension of the country’s AGOA benefits in January 2027. Traders and analysts say expanding intra-African trade could help diversify export markets and reduce dependence on overseas buyers.
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- Ebola survivors bring hope and comfort to sick children in DR Congo
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- 3:00
- Date posted
- 1 day ago
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- In eastern DR Congo, Ebola survivor Jerkis Mahamba is supporting children battling the virus at an isolation ward, drawing on his own experience to reassure young patients and their families. His involvement highlights the important role survivors are playing in the outbreak response, offering emotional support and helping reduce fear and stigma.
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- Justice for Shakahola victims, but a father’s pain endures
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- 2:56
- Date posted
- 1 day ago
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- A Kenyan court's conviction of self-proclaimed cult leader Paul Mackenzie and 28 co-accused offers a measure of justice to families affected by the Shakahola tragedy. But for Stephen Mwiti, who lost all six children, the verdict cannot erase the pain of his devastating loss or the memories he struggles to live with.
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- ANC support declines in South Africa’s municipal elections
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- 1:40
- Date posted
- 1 day ago
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- South Africa's ruling African National Congress (ANC) is narrowly leading in closely contested municipal elections, amid signs of declining public support. Voters are demanding greater accountability, improved service delivery and better living conditions, putting pressure on the party to defend its political influence.
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- Sudan's prolonged conflict deepens economic crisis
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- 2:44
- Date posted
- 1 day ago
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- Sudan's ongoing conflict is crippling businesses, driving up the cost of essential goods and leaving millions struggling to earn a living. From market traders to daily wage workers, ordinary citizens are bearing the brunt of soaring prices, declining purchasing power and shrinking employment opportunities.
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- Uganda builds $1.2 billion AI supercomputing centre
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- 3:10
- Date posted
- 1 day ago
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- Uganda is investing in a major AI-focused supercomputing facility near the Karuma Hydropower Plant, aiming to position the country as a hub for Africa's digital transformation. While developers highlight opportunities in research, innovation and job creation, questions remain over energy demands, data governance and how the benefits will be shared across the continent.
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- South Africa targets $220 million investment to boost tourism infrastructure
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- 3:35
- Date posted
- 1 day ago
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- South Africa is seeking to raise $220 million to develop and upgrade 15 tourism infrastructure projects following a record 10.5 million international arrivals last year. The investment drive aims to attract local and foreign investors, create jobs and expand opportunities for surrounding communities through tourism development.
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- WATCH #AfricaLIVE 1700GMT on CGTN with Peninah Karibe
- Runtime
- 45:18
- Date posted
- 1 day ago
- Description
- * African Union seeks to revive Algiers Agreement to ease regional tensions
* South Africa given 60 days to secure future of US #AGOA trade program
* US midterm elections deliver historic upset as Democrats win both chambers of Congress
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- WATCH #AfricaLIVE at 1000 GMT on CGTN with Richard Nta:
- Runtime
- 50:51
- Date posted
- 2 days ago
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- * #WHO warns of emerging Ebola hotspots in the Democratic Republic of the Congo.
* The #AU seeks to revive the 2000 Ethiopia-Eritrea peace agreement.
* #Nigeria warns of a potential 31,400 deaths linked to El Niño-related heat.
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- WATCH #AfricaLIVE 1700GMT on CGTN with Peninah Karibe
- Runtime
- 0:00
- Date posted
- 2 days ago
- Description
- * African Union seeks to revive Algiers Agreement to ease regional tensions
* South Africa given 60 days to secure future of US #AGOA trade program
* US midterm elections deliver historic upset as Democrats win both chambers of Congress
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- Olympic pin collector shares passion at Dakar Youth Olympics
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- 0:41
- Date posted
- 2 days ago
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- For Daniel Presburger, every Olympic Games brings a new opportunity to add to his collection of Olympic pins. What began at the 1984 Los Angeles Olympics has grown into a collection of approximately 125,000 pins. #Dakar2026 #YouthOlympicGames #Dakar #Senegal
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- WHO approves trials for two new Ebola vaccines
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- 1:33
- Date posted
- 2 days ago
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- The World Health Organization(#WHO) has recommended adding two new Ebola vaccine candidates to an ongoing clinical trial in the Democratic Republic of Congo(#DRC), expanding efforts to develop protection against the Bundibugyo strain. The outbreak has recorded more than 10,400 infections and 5,300 deaths, mostly in the DRC, according to Africa CDC figures reported on November 3.
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- North Kivu Ebola surge overwhelms treatment centers as authorities step up containment efforts
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- 1:57
- Date posted
- 2 days ago
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- Ebola cases are surging in North Kivu, with Beni emerging as a major hotspot as treatment centers struggle to handle an influx of patients from other areas. Authorities are expanding treatment capacity, strengthening screening at checkpoints, and stepping up containment efforts to curb the spread.
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- Zimbabwe’s Stock Exchange opens new funding path for SMEs
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- 2:36
- Date posted
- 2 days ago
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- Zimbabwe’s Stock Exchange is offering small and medium-sized enterprises an alternative to traditional bank financing through its Zimbabwe Entrepreneurship Exchange (ZEEX). Mwana Group is set to become the platform’s first listed company, seeking to raise one million US dollars to expand production and boost its operations.
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- Africa pushes to retain ownership and value of Its creative industry
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- 3:12
- Date posted
- 2 days ago
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- African creatives are stepping up efforts to protect intellectual property and retain greater control over their work amid growing concerns that the continent is losing value from its creative talent. A UN-backed initiative in Cape Town is helping local studios secure funding, build sustainable businesses and turn their original ideas into valuable intellectual property.
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- South Africa records biggest-ever maize harvest, boosting regional food security
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- 2:49
- Date posted
- 2 days ago
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- South Africa is expecting a record 17.7-million-ton corn harvest, driven by favorable rainfall and improved farming technology. The bumper crop is expected to strengthen domestic food supplies, ease price pressures, and create opportunities to increase exports to drought-hit regional markets.
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- South African wine producers face US trade setback as AGOA benefits end
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- 2:26
- Date posted
- 2 days ago
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- South African wine producers are bracing for higher costs and tougher competition following Washington’s decision to end the country’s duty-free trade benefits under AGOA from January 2027. Industry players warn the move could weaken their competitiveness in the US market, while the government explores alternative export markets.
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- Senegal’s rejected budget deepens IMF financing crisis
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- 2:34
- Date posted
- 2 days ago
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- Senegal’s parliament has rejected the revised 2026 budget, intensifying divisions over government spending and fiscal transparency. The setback threatens to delay approval of a 2.2-billion-dollar IMF financing programme as the heavily indebted country struggles to restore economic stability and creditor confidence.
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- Nigeria faces rising heat threat as El Niño raises health fears
- Runtime
- 2:43
- Date posted
- 2 days ago
- Description
- Nigeria could record an estimated 31,400 additional heat-related deaths between September 2026 and February 2027, as concerns grow over an intense El Niño. With millions lacking reliable electricity and affordable cooling, vulnerable households and businesses face mounting risks from extreme temperatures.
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- Title
- South Africa holds municipal elections amid growing public discontent
- Runtime
- 2:10
- Date posted
- 2 days ago
- Description
- South Africans have voted in municipal elections amid growing frustration over corruption, crime and poor service delivery, putting pressure on the governing African National Congress. The polls also come against strained relations with the United States following the withdrawal of South Africa’s AGOA trade benefits.
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- Title
- Chinese technology drives growth in Kenya’s packaging industry
- Runtime
- 2:26
- Date posted
- 2 days ago
- Description
- Chinese-made machinery is helping boost packaging production at a manufacturing plant in Kisumu, supporting local businesses and creating opportunities for skills development. Despite challenges such as high operating costs and unreliable electricity, the technology is helping strengthen Kenya’s manufacturing capacity and supply chains.
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- Title
- WATCH #AfricaLIVE 1700GMT on CGTN with Peninah Karibe:
- Runtime
- 50:31
- Date posted
- 2 days ago
- Description
- * Democrats projected to take control of the House in the US midterm elections
* South Africans vote in local elections as anger over failing public services puts ANC under pressure
* Drone strikes kill at least seven people at South Kordofan fuel station
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- Title
- 📺 WATCH #AfricaLIVE 1000 GMT on CGTN with Richard Nta:
- Runtime
- 49:56
- Date posted
- 3 days ago
- Description
- * Hundreds march in DR Congo against #M23 and Kabila-linked FRN.
* Seven killed in suspected RSF drone strike in South Kordofan, #Sudan.
* South Africa on course for record-breaking maize harvest.
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- Title
- DR Congo's FRN wants MONUSCO exit
- Runtime
- 1:48
- Date posted
- 3 days ago
- Description
- Former Congolese President and recently appointed leader of the Front for the Refoundation of the Nation (FRN), Joseph Kabila, met with James Swan, head of the United Nations peacekeeping mission in Congo, on Tuesday, November 3, in the eastern city of Goma. The FRN, led by rebels, questioned the continued presence of MONUSCO and its potential redeployment in the region
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- Title
- Kenya's mobile money revolution drives the shift to a cashless economy
- Runtime
- 13:39
- Date posted
- 3 days ago
- Description
- Kenya has emerged as a leader in Africa's digital payments revolution, with mobile money platforms such as M-Pesa and Airtel Money transforming how people pay bills, transfer funds and manage their finances. As telecoms companies embrace AI integration, start-up growth and wealth-building tools, the country's cashless economy continues to evolve.
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- Title
- Visitors to China seek deeper cultural connections beyond sightseeing
- Runtime
- 2:34
- Date posted
- 3 days ago
- Description
- International visitors to China are increasingly moving beyond traditional sightseeing in favor of immersive cultural experiences. From hands-on activities to closer engagement with local communities, the shift is creating new opportunities for the country’s service sector.
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- Title
- DR Congo protesters reject fighting and call for political dialogue
- Runtime
- 2:31
- Date posted
- 3 days ago
- Description
- In the Democratic Republic of Congo, protesters have taken to the streets of Uvira to oppose continued fighting and a controversial new alliance involving former president Joseph Kabila. Demonstrators are calling on members of the rebel alliance to abandon armed confrontation and embrace political dialogue as a pathway towards lasting peace and stability.
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