Tag: Africa
Italy can be clean energy hub with hydrogen imports from Africa, study says
Italy could become a clean energy hub for Europe by importing hydrogen produced in North Africa from solar power at 10-15% less than it costs…
Africa now free of wild poliovirus, the World Health Organization says
Africa is now free of the wild poliovirus disease, which can cause paralysis in children, The World Health Organization said on Tuesday. The announcement comes…
Mauritius declares environmental emergency after oil spill
The Indian Ocean island of Mauritius has declared a “state of environmental emergency” after a Japanese-owned ship that ran aground offshore days ago began spilling…
Thousands of migrants dying on trek across Africa: UN
Thousands of migrants have died after suffering “extreme” abuse while crossing Africa, according to a UN report on Wednesday that estimated 72 people perish each…
Africa facing coronavirus ‘acceleration,’ WHO warns
The WHO said South Africa’s outbreak, which accounts for 61% of the continent’s pandemic burden, could be a “precursor” for the region. Kenya, Zambia and…
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