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Study makes staggering discovery about fatality rates of prevalent disease — here's what you need to know
The Cool Down - Oregon
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March 6, 2025
Scientists are desperately searching for ways to contain the spread. by Tina DeinesMarch 6, 2025 A new study projects that dengue fever, a disease carried by mosquitoes, will become more deadly in one Indian city as global temperatures continue to...
Diversification is at the heart of our development strategy
African Business
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April 3, 2025
Despite economic growth of 6.5%, Djibouti is currently facing budgetary challenges, particularly related to public debt. What is the government doing to ensure sustainable fiscal management? Our government is fully aware of the budgetary...
Rising Terror Threats, Shift Alliance: A strategic wake-up call for Nigeria, by SK Usman
Eagle Online
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June 4, 2025
The Commander of the United States Africa Command (AFRICOM), General Michael Langley, made headlines over the weekend when he linked the recent resurgence of terrorist attacks in Nigeria to the US military’s withdrawal from key bases in Niger and...
May 2025 Government Contracts Legal Update and Podcast
JD Supra - California
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May 30, 2025
Gordon Rees Scully Mansukhani presents the latest insights from our Government Contracts group, offering a comprehensive overview of recent significant decisions, regulatory changes, and essential updates for businesses contracting with federal...
U.S. Conducts Parachuting Exercise with France
MilitarySpot - Alabama
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April 7, 2025
U.S. and French military personnel prepare to board a French Casa CN 235 to participate in a joint jump exercise at Base Aérienne 188, Djibouti, March 18, 2025. The exercise included 83 parachute jumps and two equipment bundle drops, with...
Flailing State: The Resurgence of al-Shabaab in Somalia
War on the Rocks
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June 3, 2025
The offensive al-Shabaab launched in late February 2025 marks its most ambitious push in years, reversing government gains and reasserting control in swathes of central and southern Somalia. The rapid loss of government control underscores the...
BRICS+ Series: China’s Belt & Road Initiative is Advancing Ethiopia’s Infrastructure
IOL
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A new narrative is unfolding in the Horn of Africa and it is one that defies the legacies of colonialism and reclaims Africa’s right to development on its own terms. With its dynamic economy and rich history, Ethiopia has become a key player in...
Rising Terror Threats And Shifting Alliances: A Strategic Wake-Up Call For Nigeria
Daily Trust
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June 3, 2025
By Brigadier General SK Usman (Rtd) The Commander of the United States Africa Command (AFRICOM), General Michael Langley, made headlines over the weekend when he linked the recent resurgence of terrorist attacks in Nigeria to the U.S. military’s...
Trump White House Hires Harvard Law Review ‘Whistleblower’
TPM – Talking Points Memo
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June 3, 2025
A lot of things happened. Here are some of the things. This is TPM’s Morning Memo. Sign up for the email version. A Helluva Timeline The remarkable reporting by the NYT that the Trump White House hired a disgruntled Harvard Law student who was...
Industry report Air transport industry report
International Air Transport Association
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June 2, 2025
“I’m pleased to report that the airline industry remains strong and relevant. Traveler numbers will soon top 5 billion annually, and The 69 million tons of air cargo transported annually accounts for a third of global trade by value. In 2025...
An enduring quest for a sea gate: Historical context, challenges, and recommendations
The Reporter Ethiopia
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May 31, 2025
Ethiopia’s historical connection to the sea and its enduring quest for access to a seaport has been shaped by complex geopolitical dynamics spanning centuries. Currently landlocked, Ethiopia lies only a few hundred kilometers from the Red Sea and...
Rising terror threats and shifting alliances: A strategic wake up call for Nigeria, By SK Usman
News Diary Online
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June 3, 2025
The Commander of the United States Africa Command (AFRICOM), General Michael Langley, made headlines over the weekend when he linked the recent resurgence of terrorist attacks in Nigeria to the U.S. military’s withdrawal from key bases in Niger...
The Frequency School Breaks GUINNESS WORLD RECORDSTM Title For The 195 Song Featuring The Most Nationalities
MENAFN
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June 2, 2025
(MENAFN- PR Newswire) The Frequency School co-founded by U.S. Grammy-nominated and multi-platinum music producer Maejor, Martina Fuchs, Kingsley M, Brandon Lee and Aaron Dawson produced this visionary, powerful and universal campaign and premiered...
The private sector is at the heart of the economy
African Business
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April 3, 2025
If you had to give foreign investors attending the second Djibouti Forum an initial insight into Djibouti’s attractions, what aspects would you highlight? Djibouti is today one of the most promising strategic hubs in Africa, and this second...
Frontline Ghana: How AFRICOM’s new strategy puts West Africa at the heart of global security
Ghana News Agency
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June 2, 2025
A GNA Feature by James Amoh Junior Accra, June 02, GNA – A new war is unfolding across Africa. It is not fought only with guns and drones, but with ideas, alliances, and resolve. At its centre stands Ghana — no longer a silent observer, but a key...
What happened to the original stars of Faking It: A vicar became a car salesman and a lawyer trained as an MC in the cult noughties reality show
Daily Mail
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May 26, 2025
From a Cambridge-educated lawyer who became a garage MC to a naval officer who transformed into a drag queen, the cast of the cult reality show Faking It went through some incredible professional about-turns. Aired from 2000 to 2006 on Channel 4,...
New Routes, New Rules: Why Africa Needs Comprehensive Policies for Shifting Vehicle Imports
Australian Institute of International Affairs
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May 28, 2025
As China and India reshape Africa’s used-vehicle landscape, the continent faces a critical juncture in mobility, regulation, and environmental sustainability. Without coordinated policy, end-of-life governance, and urban planning reforms, Africa...
US Pays High Economic and Political Costs for Military Offensive Against Yemen
International Banker
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June 2, 2025
5 By Cary Springfield, International Banker “Yemen defeats America.” That was one of the triumphant messages doing the rounds on social media, as officials of Ansar Allah (Houthis) claimed victory over the United States after it ceased its bombing...
WRAIR-Africa protects force health at Justified Accord ‘25
US Army
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April 18, 2025
Back to U.S. Army Southern European Task Force, Africa (SETAF-AF) NAIROBI, Kenya – The Walter Reed Army Institute of Research – Africa conducted disease surveillance in support of Justified Accord 2025 from Feb. 10–21, in Kenya. Justified Accord...
CAC International Bank strengthens cybersecurity with ISO 27001:2022 certification
Gulf Business
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April 14, 2025
Image credit: Supplied As Djibouti’s second-largest financial institution, CAC International Bank is reinforcing its security framework to address the growing risks of cyber threats. The bank has reached a significant milestone by securing the ISO...