CDC urges vigilance as Clade I mpox cases appear in the U.S. following travel to affected regions in Central Africa, especially the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC). The CDC issued a health advisory concerning Clade I mpox cases appearing in the U.S. from Central Africa-associated travel. Clade I of the mpox virus is more…
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Dangote oil refinery plans to import at least five million barrels of U.S. West Texas Intermediate (WTI) crude oil in July, according to three trading sources familiar with the matter. The Dangote Refinery plans to import 5 million barrels of U.S. WTI crude oil in July 2023. The refinery has secured its July deliveries through…
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Japan is stepping up efforts to help its companies expand in Africa and strengthen trade ties across a continent where it has traditionally been viewed primarily as a donor. Japan is increasing efforts to expand its business presence in Africa, shifting from being viewed mainly as a donor. Renewed private sector interest in taking risks…
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Uganda plans to borrow €500 million ($568 million) from three lenders, including the African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank), to fund infrastructure development, according to Finance Minister Matia Kasaija. Uganda plans to borrow €500 million from three lenders for infrastructure projects. The borrowing plan was approved by parliament despite concerns about rising public debt. Of the total,…
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The Nigerien Armed Forces have officially introduced the country’s first domestically designed and assembled military vehicle, the Tamgak Wangari. The Nigerien Armed Forces unveiled the Tamgak Wangari, their first domestically designed military vehicle. Developed by Guedesign Automotive, the vehicle symbolizes Niger’s sovereignty and technological capabilities. Other Sahel nations, like Burkina Faso and Mali, are also…
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Saudi Arabia has suspended the issuance of Block Work Visas for nationals from seven African countries, a move that could disrupt labor migration and remittance flows. Saudi Arabia has suspended Block Work Visas for nationals from seven African and seven additional countries. The suspension affects new and pending Temporary Work Visa applications and interrupts labor…
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