Africa
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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.
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worldUN Chief Urges Immediate De-escalation in Strait of Hormuz Crisis
As oil prices surge, UN Secretary-General António Guterres calls for a peaceful resolution to the Strait of Hormuz crisis, warning of severe food security risks for Africa.
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healthMalaria Vaccine Proven to Save Children's Lives in Africa, WHO Confirms
A large-scale study shows the RTS,S malaria vaccine significantly reduces child mortality in Africa, offering hope for millions.