Africa
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financeSui, Paga Partner to Bring Tokenized Assets to Millions in Africa
Nigerian fintech giant Paga partners with Sui Network and TBook to offer low-threshold tokenized real-world assets, aiming to boost financial inclusion across Africa.
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cryptoOpera’s MiniPay Rolls Out Visa Debit Card for Stablecoin Spending in Emerging Markets
MiniPay, Opera's stablecoin wallet with 16 million users, launches a Visa debit card for purchases across Africa, Latin America, Southeast Asia, and Europe, offering cashback rewards in USDT, USDC, and Tether Gold.
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cryptoRipple Backs Flutterwave's $3.2B Valuation, Integrates RLUSD Across Africa
Ripple invests in African fintech Flutterwave, integrating its RLUSD stablecoin and payment network into 34 markets to streamline cross-border settlement.
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healthWHO: 1.5 Million Die Annually from Unsafe Food
WHO report reveals 860 million illnesses and 1.5 million deaths yearly from unsafe food, with children under five most at risk.
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healthDepression Strikes One in Three Women with Cervical Cancer, Global Study Finds
New meta-analysis reveals 38% prevalence, with rates highest in Africa and after 2020, prompting calls for routine mental health screening.
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healthGlobal Cancer Care Faces 100 Million Worker Shortfall by 2050
A Lancet study projects a shortage of nearly 100 million cancer workers by 2050, with Africa and Asia hit hardest.
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worldGhana Parliament Passes Anti-LGBTQ+ Bill With Stiff Penalties
Ghana's parliament approves a bill criminalizing LGBTQ+ identity and allyship. The bill awaits President Mahama's signature.
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worldGlobal Fire Outbreaks Reach Record High as Extreme Heat Looms
Record fires burn 150 million hectares globally; scientists warn of worsening conditions as El Niño approaches.