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Cape Town – tales of the unexpected
Tales of the unexpected – Timi-Nipre sampled the thrills of Cape Town and can’t wait to get back there for more

Ghana overview – After a trailblazing start, it must now tackle current challenges head on
Ghana Overview – After a trailblazing start followed by post-independence turmoil, Ghana has consolidated itself as a peaceful democracy with a growing economy. It must now tackle current challenges head on
Nigeria fuel crisis continues
Adding fuel to the fire – A combination of ageing oil refineries and powerful middlemen led to a crippling fuel crisis last month. By Martins Azuwike, Lagos

Kenya TV stations shut down in digital migration dispute
Digital breakdown – Millions are at stake in TV digital migration wars as the regulator sticks to its guns. By Zachary Ochieng, Nairobi

The African Development Bank – going for growth
The African Development Bank (AfDB) is consciously contributing to Africa’s development and it is achieving results. By Kofi Ansah

Foreign affairs in Ghana – how President Mahama is pursuing regional co-operation
Foreign affairs – As Ecowas chair, President Mahama has worked hard to pursue regional co-operation, particularly in the fight against Ebola and Boko Haram, thereby enhancing Ghana’s image
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Opinion – Biden’s Russia sanctions have backfired spectacularly on the US. And Africa could reap the benefits
As the world ditches the US dollar, the threat of Western sanctions could lose their grip in African politics. By Moffat Ekoriko.


Is it time for Africa to ditch the US dollar in trade deals?
As everyone from Brazil and Argentina to Algeria and Sudan ditch the US dollar in international trade deals, Jasmine Birtles asks what the future holds for Africa as the American empire loses its grip on the world’s purse strings.

Airline spreads unfounded Marburg hysteria
Emirates causes unnecessary panic over Marburg outbreak. By Sally Beck in East Africa.

Ukraine highlights the need for global refugee plan
Why more needs to be done to help refugees across the world. By Valery Mbaoh and the Africa Refugee-Led Network.

The end of the petrodollar could be good for Africa
As Russia demands Europe pay for gas in roubles, Sizwe Lo looks at the US dollar’s prominence in global trade – and the impact of its demise for Africa.

Lockdowns lead to rise in albinism attacks
Charities are warning of an increase in incidences, as people impoverished by lockdowns turn to witch doctors for help. By Miriam Mannak.
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Mozambique’s liquefied natural gas (LNG) site to reopen following 2021 terror attacks
Mozambique's multi-billion dollar gas operations to resume after Islamic State-linked fighters routed from area by pan-African forces. By Tomas Queface in Maputo.

Latest news round-up: April 2023
Africa's news in brief - The latest updates from Malawi, Chad, the DRC, South Africa, Burkina Faso, Tunisia, Sudan
Africa showcases energy initiatives at NAFNIS
African countries have come together to chart a course for the continent's energy sector at the first Nigeria Africa Natural Resource and Energy Investment Summit in Abuja. Martin Azuwike reports.

African cooking gets the Michelin treatment
We speak to a Congolese chef who’s making African-fusion food the thing to try right now. Interview by Christopher Clark.
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