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Thursday, October 2, 2025
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Topic: Africa

US supports 2 permanent UN Security Council seats for Africa in bid to repair ties, counter China

US Ambassador to the U.N. Linda Thomas-Greenfield is set to announce support for one permanent seat for Africa and another rotational seat for small island developing states.

Is ‘Africa’ a racial slur and should the continent be renamed?

Greeks called the people of east Africa aethiops or Aithiops, meaning sun-burnt face. Ancient Jews referred to people of other nations and faith as gentiles, a slur that targeted them as outsiders.

UK Pledges $25 million to support agriculture in Africa

Lord Collins of Highbury, the UK minister for Africa made the announcement at the Africa Food Systems Forum (AFSF) in Kigali, Rwanda.

What if 10% of global clinical trials included African patients? It could benefit society, economy

Clinical studies to assess the treatment of schizophrenia with paliperidone palmitate in Rwanda were pivotal to catalysing research and development in other mental health areas.

What is Mpox, how does it spread & who’s at risk? All about disease declared a global health emergency

The current outbreak has been raging since early this year in Africa. Over 17,000 Mpox Clade 1 cases have been reported, with just over 500 fatalities.

Why a recent business exodus from Africa should be a wake-up call for MNCs

As the continent’s population becomes the heart of the global workforce, companies that don’t adapt to fit Africa’s markets risk missing out on significant opportunities.

Africa has just 98 of 1,199 World Heritage Sites. Commitee meeting sees chorus for more diverse list

India, which is hosting the 46th session of the World Heritage Committee, is pushing for Chardeo Moidams, 700-year old mound-burial system of Ahom dynasty, to be added to list.

Tech-savvy youth, abundant minerals—Africa is the next big player in semiconductor industry

Investing in Africa's semiconductor industry not just reduces supply chain risks but also fosters sustainable economic development and creates jobs.

With defence push, India looks to capture markets in Africa beyond western Indian Ocean

India’s defence sector is trying to penetrate the African market. But with China already extending significant influence, India must now play catch-up.      

India, US to explore collaboration in Africa at 2-day Washington DC dialogue

Two countries to discuss ideas and perspectives on ways to develop institutional, technical, and bilateral synergies in Africa.

On Camera

More Andhra-style prawn fry for Indian plates? How Naidu’s trying to blunt US tariff hit on aqua exports

Naidu attempts to shield aqua farmers after Trump’s tariff hits the shrimp farming sector in Andhra Pradesh, leading to the cancellation of 50% of the state's exports.

Finnish giant ICEYE to build signature radar microsatellites in India, offers full control to govt

Company builds microsatellites that are smaller, faster, cheaper to produce. ICEYE will develop & launch micro-satellites, hand them over to India, which will have full control & sovereignty.

Something’s hidden in the Oval Office photo of Trump, Munir, Sharif. India must look closely

What Munir has achieved with Trump is a return to normal, ironing out the post-Abbottabad crease. The White House picture gives us insight into how Pakistan survives, occasionally thrives and thinks.