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DR Congo’s Bunia Airport reopens with tight Ebola controls
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- DR Congo’s Bunia Airport reopens with tight Ebola controls
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- 3:37
- Date posted
- 17 days ago
- Description
- Flights resumed at Bunia Airport in eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo after a nearly two-week closure caused by an Ebola outbreak. Authorities have implemented strict health measures, including traveler screening and temperature checks.
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- TalkAfrica+: The Puzzle of Anti-Immigrant Protests in South Africa
- Runtime
- 59:37
- Date posted
- 17 days ago
- Description
- The latest anti-immigrant protests and attacks in #SouthAfrica have once again raised difficult but necessary questions about migration, economic inequality, social cohesion, and human rights. Proponents say the aim is to remove undocumented migrants, citing unemployment, crime, and competition over resources that they believe should benefit local citizens. The South African government has publicly condemned the violence, but this has done little to stop the campaign, prompting foreign governments to airlift their citizens from the country. On this episode of #TalkAfrica+, we take a deeper look at the realities behind some South Africans' animosity toward foreign nationals. Is the anger justified or misplaced?
02:08 - 05:55: What types of foreign nationals are found in South Africa?
08:20 - 13:45: What are the causes of anti-immigrant violence in South Africa?
14:48 - 20:38: What is 'Operation Dudula' and how does unemployment contribute to anti-i...
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- Madagascar's music industry faces growing concerns over AI-generated content
- Runtime
- 1:48
- Date posted
- 17 days ago
- Description
- Madagascar's music sector is confronting new challenges as artificial intelligence (AI) becomes increasingly integrated into audio content creation and distribution.
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- Ebola recoveries offer hope as DR Congo outbreak continues
- Runtime
- 1:41
- Date posted
- 18 days ago
- Description
- The latest #Ebola outbreak in the #DRC continues to challenge health authorities, even as new recoveries bring a measure of hope. Five healthcare workers infected with the Bundibugyo strain have been discharged after recovering in Bunia, Ituri Province.
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- South Africa to send envoys across Africa to tackle migration challenges
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- 3:21
- Date posted
- 18 days ago
- Description
- South Africa is intensifying efforts to address migration challenges through stronger regional cooperation. During talks in Pretoria, South African President Cyril Ramaphosa and Kenyan President William Ruto signed bilateral agreements aimed at strengthening ties between their countries. Ramaphosa also announced plans to dispatch envoys across Africa and beyond to help find lasting solutions, emphasizing peaceful coexistence and collective action.
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- Kenyan president defends US-backed Ebola facility in Kenya
- Runtime
- 2:22
- Date posted
- 18 days ago
- Description
- Kenyan president William Ruto has defended the decision to allow the United States to establish an Ebola quarantine facility at Laikipia Air Base, calling it "the right thing" to do. New satellite imagery suggests construction is progressing despite court orders and public opposition.
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- Development partners hold to boost rice production in Ghana
- Runtime
- 2:46
- Date posted
- 18 days ago
- Description
- Rice remains a dietary staple for millions across West Africa, yet regional production continues to fall short of demand, forcing countries to spend billions of dollars annually on imports. Seeking to reduce this dependence and strengthen food security, government leaders, investors, and development partners have gathered in Accra, Ghana, to explore financing solutions for a long-term strategy aimed at boosting rice production and improving self-sufficiency across the region.Subscribe to us on YouTube: http://ow.ly/Zvqj30aIsgY
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- British startup brings AI-powered indoor farms to kitchen counters
- Runtime
- 3:05
- Date posted
- 18 days ago
- Description
- A British technology company believes the future of fresh food could be growing right inside people's homes. Using automated indoor farms, the startup aims to help consumers produce microgreens, herbs and salads in as little as eight days, while reducing food waste and shortening supply chains. The company says technology could transform how households grow and consume food.Subscribe to us on YouTube: http://ow.ly/Zvqj30aIsgY
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- West Africa receives a major boost to its global trade links.
- Runtime
- 2:35
- Date posted
- 18 days ago
- Description
- A new direct shipping link between Asia and Cote d'Ivoire's port of Abidjan is now up and running. It has slashed transit times and promises faster movement of goods across the region.
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- DR Congo's preparations in Europe hit by Ebola concerns
- Runtime
- 2:27
- Date posted
- 18 days ago
- Description
- DR Congo's World Cup warm-up match against Chile, scheduled for June 9 in Spain, was cancelled after Spanish authorities cited health concerns linked to the Ebola outbreak in the DR Congo. The disruptions have affected the team's build-up to the tournament.
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- South Africa's anti-immigration movement warns of possible national shutdown
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- 2:37
- Date posted
- 18 days ago
- Description
- South Africa's March and March Movement has warned of a possible national shutdown if undocumented foreigners are not removed from the country by the end of June. Earlier this week, government ministers convened a high-level meeting to address the wave of anti-immigration marches taking place across the country.
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- Madagascar Copyright body concerned over misuse of AI
- Runtime
- 2:37
- Date posted
- 18 days ago
- Description
- The growing use of artificial intelligence in music production is raising concerns in Madagascar. The Malagasy Copyright Office says AI-generated music and audio recordings are increasingly being used without artists' consent, prompting concerns over copyright protection, revenue sharing and the preservation of cultural heritage. Broadcasters are being urged to remain vigilant.
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- Uganda’s Ghetto Kids to perform with Shakira at World Cup final halftime show
- Runtime
- 1:37
- Date posted
- 19 days ago
- Description
- The Ghetto Kids, a Ugandan dance troupe made up of street children, have been selected by Shakira to perform at the World Cup final halftime show in the United States. The group, which began in Kampala as a community initiative using dance to support vulnerable children, has gained global recognition through viral performances and appearances on international talent shows.
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- AI offers Africa change to leapfrog stages of development
- Runtime
- 1:51
- Date posted
- 19 days ago
- Description
- Professor Ran Jijun- Director of the African Studies Center at the China Foreign Affairs University says the biggest opportunities for future cooperation between China and Africa lie in 3 transformative areas. First in digital economies and AI, second in clean energy and thirdly in modernization of agriculture and industry, utilizing China’s innovations to help develop Africa.
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- WHO chief sees progress in Ebola response in eastern DR Congo
- Runtime
- 1:15
- Date posted
- 20 days ago
- Description
- World Health Organization Director-General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus says there is progress in the Ebola response in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo. This follows his working visit to Ituri Province, the epicentre of the outbreak.
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- Zanzibar deploys AI drones in malaria elimination push
- Runtime
- 2:33
- Date posted
- 20 days ago
- Description
- Zanzibar has launched a six-month pilot project using artificial intelligence-powered drones to identify and treat mosquito breeding sites as it works towards eliminating malaria by 2029. Health officials say the technology will complement existing prevention measures and help sustain progress in the fight against one of Africa’s deadliest diseases.
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- Nine girls arraigned in court over 'suspected arson attack' at Kenyan school
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- 1:43
- Date posted
- 20 days ago
- Description
- Nine girls have appeared in a Kenyan court over a suspected arson attack at a boarding school that killed 16 students and injured dozens more. Authorities say investigations are continuing into the fire at Utumishi Girls Academy as questions mount over alleged safety failures within the institution.
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- Uganda halts public events in effort to contain spread of Ebola
- Runtime
- 3:33
- Date posted
- 20 days ago
- Description
- Uganda has tightened measures to contain the Ebola outbreak, suspending concerts, festivals, sporting events and other large public gatherings to reduce the risk of transmission. The restrictions are already affecting the sports and entertainment sectors. Uganda was set to host the FIBA Africa Under-18 Zone Five Qualifiers in Hoima later this month, but organizers moved the tournament to Egypt over concerns about the outbreak.
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- Nairobi hosts 2026 Aquatics Championships
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- 2:31
- Date posted
- 20 days ago
- Description
- Swimming, a sport not often associated with Africa, has been recording modest growth in recent years. That progress was on display at the 2026 Aquatics Long Course Swimming Championships in Nairobi, which brought together hundreds of swimmers from five nations. The event also carried added significance, serving as a qualification pathway for major international competitions and highlighting the sport’s expanding profile across the region.
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- Internet access and youthful population fuel Tanzania's startup boom
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- 3:03
- Date posted
- 20 days ago
- Description
- Tanzania's startup ecosystem is expanding rapidly, driven by a young population, improved internet connectivity, and growing digital innovation. However, access to adequate funding remains one of the biggest challenges facing entrepreneurs seeking to launch and scale their businesses.
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- Merck explores use of COVID-19 antiviral drug in Ebola response
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- 3:22
- Date posted
- 20 days ago
- Description
- Pharmaceutical giant Merck is in discussions with global health authorities about the potential use of its COVID-19 antiviral pill, molnupiravir, as a treatment for #Ebola in the Democratic Republic of Congo. The outbreak involves a rare strain of the virus for which there are currently no approved vaccines or treatments. Merck says molnupiravir is a broad-spectrum antiviral that targets RNA viruses.
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- Illicit financial flows cost Africa an estimated $89 billion annually
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- 3:48
- Date posted
- 20 days ago
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- African economies lose an estimated $89 billion each year through illicit financial flows, according to tax and economic experts. Weak tax systems, profit shifting, and trade misinvoicing are among the factors blamed for draining critical revenues that could otherwise support infrastructure, healthcare, and broader development across the continent.
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- Nigerian manufacturers struggle with rising electricity costs
- Runtime
- 3:17
- Date posted
- 20 days ago
- Description
- Due to an unreliable power grid, many companies rely on alternative energy sources to keep their factories running. However, rising fuel and gas prices are further increasing operating costs and squeezing profitability. Some businesses have been forced to scale down production or suspend operations altogether.
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- Uganda confirms six new Ebola cases, total rises to 15
- Runtime
- 0:49
- Date posted
- 20 days ago
- Description
- #Uganda has confirmed six new #Ebola cases, bringing the total number of infections to 15. According to the Ministry of Health, the latest cases were identified among individuals who had been in contact with previously confirmed patients. As the country remains on high alert, healthcare workers at the China-Uganda Friendship Hospital are working to contain the spread of the virus while ensuring that patients continue to receive essential medical care.
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- Arsenal become the world’s fifth most valuable football club
- Runtime
- 2:39
- Date posted
- 20 days ago
- Description
- CGTN spotlights the English Premier League club’s success and popularity. The club has seen its market value rise significantly, making the Gunners the fifth most valuable football club in the world and cementing their place among Europe’s financial elite.
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- "Africa has had the opportunity to renegotiate debt and convert it into Chinese currency"
- Runtime
- 2:28
- Date posted
- 20 days ago
- Description
- James Shikwati- Director of the Inter Region Economic Network, says Africa has had the opportunity to renegotiate debt and convert it into Chinese currency and the zero tariffs offered by China allow Africans to create wealth by accessing Chinese Markets. He goes on to say China’s presence in Africa is about trade and business, not about China imposing its values on Africa.
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- 📺 Watch #AfricaLive at 1700 GMT on CGTN with Beatrice Marshall
- Runtime
- 45:15
- Date posted
- 20 days ago
- Description
- • China medical team arrives in DR Congo to support #Ebola response
• Uncertainty persists in Senegal after major government shake-up
• Trump claims breakthrough on Israel-Hezbollah partial truce
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- China joins DRC’s fight against Ebola with expert medical delegation
- Runtime
- 1:14
- Date posted
- 21 days ago
- Description
- The Democratic Republic of the Congo is grappling with a new Ebola outbreak that has triggered renewed international support efforts. In response, China has deployed a three-month mission of medical experts to assist the country’s outbreak response. The team comprises specialists in epidemiology, clinical care, laboratory testing, and traditional Chinese medicine, reflecting a multi-disciplinary approach aimed at strengthening epidemic control and response capacity.
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- Impact of AI on South Africa’s youth unemployment
- Runtime
- 2:16
- Date posted
- 21 days ago
- Description
- South Africa is grappling with one of the world's highest unemployment rates as artificial intelligence reshapes workplaces and industries. While some fear automation could eliminate entry-level jobs, others believe AI could create new opportunities if backed by the right skills and policies. #ai #unemployment #southafrica
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- Chinese medical team boosts patient care in Uganda
- Runtime
- 0:57
- Date posted
- 21 days ago
- Description
- The 25th Chinese medical team in Uganda has embedded its personnel into the country’s healthcare sector, helping deliver much-needed expert medical services. Their contribution currently plugs into the East African nation’s heightened surveillance and prevention systems in efforts to contain an Ebola outbreak.
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- Rwanda’s RSSB Tigers win Basketball Africa League 2026 championship
- Runtime
- 3:11
- Date posted
- 21 days ago
- Description
- Rwanda’s RSSB Tigers lifted the Basketball Africa League trophy after edging Angola’s Petro de Luanda 90–88 in Kigali. The victory, powered by MVP Craig Randall, capped a tense final and marked a historic moment as two Sub-Saharan teams faced off for the first time in the championship game.
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- South Africa climate risk becomes a credit test amid economic warning
- Runtime
- 3:10
- Date posted
- 21 days ago
- Description
- South Africa’s exposure to extreme weather is increasingly being viewed as a financial risk as well as an environmental one. S&P Global Ratings warned that droughts, floods and water shortages could strain public finances and slow growth, while also pointing to gaps in a unified system for measuring climate risks across national projects.
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- Kenyan court extends suspension of US Ebola quarantine facility
- Runtime
- 10:31
- Date posted
- 21 days ago
- Description
- A Kenyan court extended orders blocking the establishment of a quarantine facility in Nanyuki, central Kenya, for three weeks. The court also directed the government to release details of the agreement with the United States, including approvals, risk assessments and operational protocols. The ruling follows violent protests in the area over the proposed facility.
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- Zimbabwe's ruling party backs an extension of President Mnangagwa's term
- Runtime
- 1:25
- Date posted
- 21 days ago
- Description
- The Zimbabwe National Assembly is preparing to debate a contentious constitutional amendment that could extend President Emmerson Mnangagwa's present term until 2030. #zimbabwe #
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- Title
- William Ruto defends a US-funded Ebola facility in Kenya
- Runtime
- 2:20
- Date posted
- 21 days ago
- Description
- President William Ruto has defended a US-supported Ebola quarantine facility being established in Kenya, amid public debate over its purpose and location. The government says the project is part of broader efforts to strengthen the country’s disease preparedness and response capacity through international partnerships.
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- Togo hikes fuel prices
- Runtime
- 2:57
- Date posted
- 21 days ago
- Description
- The fuel price increase took effect on May 27, with authorities citing rising global crude oil prices and import pressures as reasons. The move is already affecting motorcycle taxi drivers, traders and consumers, who fear higher transport costs will drive up the price of essential goods.
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- Madagascar’s Savika tradition helps preserve zebu heritage
- Runtime
- 1:34
- Date posted
- 21 days ago
- Description
- In Madagascar's highlands, the centuries-old Savika tradition brings communities together in a unique display of courage, culture and identity. Unlike conventional bullfighting, the zebu cattle are not harmed. Organizers are now using the event to help preserve the country's declining zebu population while promoting cultural heritage.
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- 📺 Watch #AfricaLive on CGTN at 1700 GMT with Peninah Karibe
- Runtime
- 43:40
- Date posted
- 21 days ago
- Description
- * China dispatches medical team to the DRC to help fight #Ebola
* US says it struck Iranian military sites as Tehran responds with air base attack
* Ebola recoveries offer hope as DRC battles outbreak
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- WATCH #AfricaLIVE at 1000 GMT on CGTN with Peninah Karibe:
- Runtime
- 50:56
- Date posted
- 21 days ago
- Description
- * Recoveries from Ebola signal hope as DR Congo races to contain the outbreak
* Nearly 50 million Ethiopians vote in general elections on Monday
* At least 10 people were killed in drone strikes in Sudan's West Kordofan state
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- Africa In Focus: South Africa’s BBBEE policy—Affirmative action or racial exclusion?
- Runtime
- 7:03
- Date posted
- 22 days ago
- Description
- With a national unemployment rate of 32.7%, South Africa is staring at a labor crisis. And once again, its Broad-Based Black Economic Empowerment (BBBEE) policy has come under scrutiny. Introduced to redress the apartheid-era inequalities across political, social and economic spheres, BBBEE remains a cornerstone of the South African government’s transformation agenda. But even after years of controversy, the policy remains a source of intense debate today. On this episode of #AfricaInFocus, Ongezwa Zibi unpacks what BBBEE actually is, how the policy works, and why opinions remain deeply divided more than two decades after its introduction.
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- China sends medical team to DRC to fight Ebola
- Runtime
- 0:59
- Date posted
- 22 days ago
- Description
- China has dispatched a team of medical experts to the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) to support efforts to contain the #Ebola outbreak. Officials said the mission will assess conditions on the ground and help develop targeted response measures amid concerns over cross-border transmission and resource shortages.
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- China ready to actively assist DRC, other African countries hit by Ebola
- Runtime
- 1:03
- Date posted
- 22 days ago
- Description
- China stands ready to actively help African countries affected by the latest Ebola outbreak, including the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Lin Jian said on Monday.
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- Kenyans protest US-linked Ebola quarantine facility
- Runtime
- 1:27
- Date posted
- 22 days ago
- Description
- Residents in Kenya's Laikipia County took to the streets to oppose plans for a quarantine facility reportedly intended to receive US citizens exposed to Ebola. Protesters voiced concerns over public safety and the lack of consultation, as the proposal sparked debate across the country.
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- Title
- Heartbreak for Kenya's Arsenal fans after Champions League final loss
- Runtime
- 2:28
- Date posted
- 22 days ago
- Description
- Hundreds of football fans gathered at viewing zones across Nairobi to watch Arsenal's bid for European glory. But hopes of a first Champions League title ended in disappointment as Paris Saint-Germain emerged victorious, while rival supporters joined in the spectacle.
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- Title
- Ethiopians vote in general election
- Runtime
- 6:03
- Date posted
- 22 days ago
- Description
- Millions of Ethiopians are casting ballots in parliamentary and regional elections, with more than 50 million people registered to vote. Observers from the African Union were deployed to polling stations in Addis Ababa on Monday to monitor the start of voting.
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- Title
- Ebola recoveries rise, but so does the number of cases
- Runtime
- 6:19
- Date posted
- 22 days ago
- Description
- The number of Ebola recoveries in the Democratic Republic of the Congo has risen to five after four frontline nurses were discharged from the hospital in Bunia. The development comes as confirmed cases climbed to 282 and deaths reached 42, with more than 1,100 suspected cases under investigation in the DR Congo and neighbouring Uganda.
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- Title
- Kenya's proposed Ebola facility sparks debate
- Runtime
- 5:54
- Date posted
- 22 days ago
- Description
- A proposed agreement between Kenya and the United States to establish a quarantine facility for US citizens exposed to Ebola has sparked public concern and peaceful protests in parts of the country. Kenya's High Court has temporarily suspended the deal pending the outcome of a legal challenge.
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- Title
- Polls open for parliamentary elections in Ethiopia
- Runtime
- 1:10
- Date posted
- 22 days ago
- Description
- Polls open for parliamentary elections in Ethiopia
Ethiopians began voting on Monday at 6.00am in parliamentary elections, with the party of outgoing Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed, who is running for another term, expected to win.
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- Title
- ADF rebels attack Beni as Ebola response faces new challenges
- Runtime
- 1:55
- Date posted
- 22 days ago
- Description
- Suspected Allied Democratic Forces rebels attacked the eastern DR Congo's city of Beni, killing at least 7 people. The violence comes as health workers battle an Ebola outbreak in the region, raising fresh concerns about the impact of insecurity on response efforts.
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- Title
- Health experts warn of rising vaping addiction among South African youth
- Runtime
- 2:52
- Date posted
- 22 days ago
- Description
- Health experts in South Africa are raising concerns over growing rates of smoking and vaping among young people. Researchers and policymakers are warning that newer nicotine products are creating fresh challenges in the fight against addiction.
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