A study by Professor Vincent Boima has revealed that genetics may be contributing significantly to the rising prevalence of kidney disease in Ghana and across West Africa.
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IMF Board to Decide Ghana’s Final Review and New PCI Deal on July 27
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) is expected to present Ghana’s sixth and final programme review, together with the country’s request for a new Policy Coordination Instrument (PCI), to its Executive Board on July 27.
100 Million African Children Are Not in School. What’s Driving the Trend and How to Reverse it
Moses Ngware, African Population and Health Research Center Many countries across Africa have embraced universal basic education policies in recent decades. But recent data have revealed that more than 100 million children and adolescents remain out of school, out of a total potential population of 469 million. The latest statistics suggest that after some years […]
What Trump and Xi Chose NOT to Say on Trade Will Worry Global Markets
Donald Trump leaves Beijing declaring success after two days of high-level talks with Xi Jinping, but the absence of concrete detail from the summit between the leaders of the world’s two largest economies is where investors should focus their attention, according to Nigel Green, CEO of deVere Group.
Guinea-Bissau Takes Another Step Toward Polio-free Future
Bissau, Guinea-Bissau// — Independent assessment recommends closure of the 2021 variant poliovirus type 2 outbreak, while calling for sustained immunisation and surveillance.
Ghana Announces Completion of $3 Billion IMF Bailout Programme
Accra, Ghana//-The Government of Ghana has announced the successful conclusion of its Extended Credit Facility (ECF) financial bailout programme with the International Monetary Fund (IMF).
Africa Forward Summit Concludes In New Era of Africa–France Partnership
Nairobi, Kenya// – The Africa Forward Summit came to a close in Nairobi, Kenya, on May 12 with over 30 African Heads of State and Government setting out an actionable framework to advance a renewed Africa–France partnership anchored on parity, mutual respect, co-investment, and delivery.
Kenya’s Live Reptile Exports Surge 10-Fold as Over 870,000 Animals Enter Global Trade
Nairobi, Kenya//-Kenya’s trade in captive-bred wildlife is rapidly expanding, with live CITES-listed reptile exports increasing more than tenfold over the past decade, raising urgent concerns about conservation impacts, animal welfare, public health risks, and regulatory oversight.
Heads Of State Convene on Second Day of Africa Forward Summit In Nairobi
Nairobi, Kenya/ – The second day of the Africa Forward Summit has commenced in Nairobi, marking a significant shift in Africa–France relations towards a more equal and innovative partnership.
Tanzania’s Universal Health Insurance Reaches Over 172,000 Households
Tanzania has achieved a significant milestone in its healthcare sector, with over 463,000 citizens now receiving medical services under the newly launched Universal Health Insurance (UHI) program. Minister for Health Mohamed Mchengerwa announced to parliament on Monday that the initiative has already reached 172,297 households nationwide.