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04 / Institutions and people

Policy & Society

Governance, public policy, health, environment and the social forces influencing the continent’s future.

Image accompanying: Zambia to Sign $1.5 Billion US Health Pact After Resolving Data-Sharing Dispute

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Africa · Southern Africa07 Oct 2026 · 1 min read

Zambia to Sign $1.5 Billion US Health Pact After Resolving Data-Sharing Dispute

Serene tropical beach in Seychelles with clear waters, boats, and lush palm trees.

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Africa · East Africa02 Oct 2026 · 1 min read

The conflict in the Middle East is affecting… the Seychelles. What impact is this long-distance war having on tourism in the African islands?

Aerial view of cascading water over a concrete dam showcasing turbulent flow and water management.

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Technology & Innovation · Southern Africa02 Oct 2026 · 1 min read

Water that could shape the future of industry on the South Africa-Zimbabwe border. What will happen to the $500 million dam project?

Editorial collage of maize fields, a farmer inspecting a cob and harvesting machinery.

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Business & Economy · Southern Africa30 Sept 2026 · 1 min read

South Africa’s 2026 maize harvest expected to rise 5.2%

Editorial collage of an open-pit mine, excavation equipment and workers conducting environmental monitoring.

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Business & Economy · West Africa30 Sept 2026 · 1 min read

Ghana EPA Fined AngloGold Ashanti’s Iduapriem Mine Last Year Over Environmental Breaches

Composite illustration of a cordoned-off venue, security officers and a miner underground

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Policy & Society · Southern Africa28 Sept 2026 · 1 min read

South Africa reels from two shootings that kill 27 in one night

Composite image of a suited man, electricity pylons and an office building

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Business & Economy · Southern Africa25 Sept 2026 · 1 min read

South Africa Reappoints Eskom Board Chair for Another Three Years

Illustration of Ebola testing, healthcare workers and an outbreak response facility

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Policy & Society · Central Africa24 Sept 2026 · 1 min read

Ebola Response Shows Progress in Congo, but Outbreak Remains “Far From Over” — WHO

Illustration of the Niger flag, an open-pit mine and desert architecture

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Business & Economy · West Africa24 Sept 2026 · 1 min read

Niger Raises Stake in Madaouela Uranium Project to 40%, Ending Dispute With Atomic Eagle

Discover the unique architecture of a desert town with traditional clay buildings from an aerial perspective.

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Business & Economy · East Africa24 Sept 2026 · 1 min read

Sudan: A weakening currency puts increased more pressure on the economy

Illustration of grain silos, wheat trucks and a cargo vessel at a port.

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Business & Economy · North Africa21 Sept 2026 · 1 min read

Egypt Diversifies Wheat Imports as Russia, Ukraine Supplies Face Disruptions

Illustration of African financial markets, oil, cocoa, gas infrastructure and Safaricom.

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Business & Economy · Pan-African17 Sept 2026 · 1 min read