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In brief global news: Updates on Sudan and South Sudan, Odesa’s cultural heritage in Ukraine facing threats.

th year, Unfortunately, the ongoing conflict between competing military forces has reached its 200th anniversary. th According to a statement from the agency, children are still suffering the most from a crisis that they did not create, and the consequences…

The US Trade Representative, Tai, Discusses Trade Policy in Africa as Summit Concludes.

johannesburg —  The yearly meeting of the African Growth and Opportunity Act, which grants duty-free entry to the U.S. economy for qualifying countries in sub-Saharan Africa since 2000, concluded in South Africa on Saturday. Under AGOA, total goods imports into…

The United States assumes the role of promoting infrastructure development in Africa, previously held by China.

JOHANNESBURG —  The U.S. State Department has officially announced that their efforts to renovate and expand the Lobito Corridor, a railway connecting Zambia and the Democratic Republic of Congo to an Atlantic port in Angola, are progressing rapidly. In the…

Women and girls in Darfur, Sudan are being kidnapped and kept in conditions similar to slavery.

The stark report was released amidst a significant increase in clashes between the Sudanese Government’s Armed Forces (SAF) and Rapid Support Forces (RSF), as well as heightened tensions between different communities in the volatile region. The opposing armies have sparked…

The number of disease outbreaks in Sudan is increasing due to the breakdown of the healthcare system.

GENEVA —  The World Health Organization cautions that Sudan, a country torn by war, is experiencing an increase in disease outbreaks, malnutrition, and non-communicable diseases. This is having a devastating impact on the millions of individuals who have been displaced…

In Zambia, there is a varied perspective among traders and consumers regarding imports from China.

Authorities in Zambia have reported a rise in trade with China, reaching over $5 billion in 2022. This has resulted in an increase of Chinese goods being sold in local markets. While some Zambians are pleased with the expanded options,…

With the increasing number of kidney disease cases in Ghana, patients are struggling with expensive treatment options and limited opportunities for medical care.

The National Kidney Foundation, headquartered in the United States, reports that millions of individuals around the globe die from kidney disease annually due to limited access to affordable and accessible healthcare. This issue of cost and accessibility is also prevalent…

The United Nations is calling for an end to the massive humanitarian crisis in Sudan as the country’s military factions resume talks hosted by Saudi Arabia.

“The Jeddah negotiations could not have commenced at a better time. It has been over six months since the crisis in Sudan began and the ongoing humanitarian disaster in the country shows no signs of improvement,” stated UN Emergency Relief…

According to economists in Uganda, the country remains an attractive place for investment, despite the advisory issued by the United States.

KAMPALA, UGANDA —  Economists and officials from Uganda are displaying optimism in regards to the nation’s economy and are advising investors to disregard a warning from the U.S. government about potential risks associated with conducting business in the country. The…

Having global assistance is crucial in establishing lasting peace in the Central African Republic.

Ms. Rugwabiza, who is also in charge of the United Nations Mission in the country, MINUSCA, gave a presentation on their most recent report regarding progress following the constitutional referendum on July 31st. She stated that MINUSCA is still assisting…