Transnet seeks government debt relief to overcome a $7.3 billion crisis and restore critical freight and port services.
Economy
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The Democratic Republic of Congo faces a worsening mpox outbreak, with vulnerable populations struggling due to a lack of resources and information. Aid efforts are underway, but challenges remain.
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Kenya Airways posts its first half-year profit in more than a decade, signaling a positive turnaround driven by rising passenger numbers and a stronger shilling.
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Kenya’s government plans to reintroduce scrapped tax measures, raising concerns of renewed unrest amid rising living costs.
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Congo is set to receive its first mpox vaccines next week, thanks to support from the U.S. and Japan, as the country battles an escalating outbreak.
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Libya’s central bank halts operations following the kidnapping of a senior official, highlighting security risks and potential economic fallout amid ongoing conflict.
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Burkina Faso’s junta has conscripted six magistrates into military service for opposing pro-junta actions, in a move that raises serious concerns over judicial independence and human rights in the country.
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Mobius Motors avoids liquidation by accepting a takeover bid, but the buyer’s identity remains unknown.
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Floyd Shivambu’s resignation from the EFF to join Jacob Zuma’s MK party marks a significant shift in South Africa’s political landscape, with MK gaining momentum.
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Experts outline strategies to make Africa self-reliant in food: boosting local farming, engaging youth, and embracing modern techniques.