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Last update: an hour agoAfrica’s Global Push: AU Chair Mahmoud Youssouf says Africa Day marks a growing African voice in global affairs, pointing to the continent’s G20 role and Agenda 2063 unity drive. Water & Climate Urgency: Zimbabwe’s President Mnangagwa ties Africa’s future to modern infrastructure and smart water management, while experts warn the world can learn from Africa’s long climate volatility—yet funding and execution gaps remain. Ebola Response: South Africa pledges an initial $5m toward a $319m continental Ebola preparedness plan as DRC and Uganda face renewed risk. Infrastructure Pressure: South Africa’s infrastructure spend is forecast to rise, but economists say it’s still too slow to lift growth and jobs. Digital Finance & AI: Ghana’s Vice President Naana Opoku-Agyemang urges ethical AI for trusted financial markets. Business & Innovation: UBA commissions an innovation hub at UNILAG, and Nigeria’s mySMEville expands to close MSME funding and skills gaps. Regional Politics: Senegal appoints a new PM after Sonko’s sacking; in Nigeria, Atiku rejects claims of APC primary vote totals as “fabricated.” Travel & Health Controls: Atlanta starts mandatory Ebola screenings for some arrivals; Ghana launches a free e-visa for African passport holders.
Note: AI summary from news headlines; neutral sources weighted more to help reduce bias in the result.
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