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Drought-Stricken Malawi Receives $11.2 Million Insurance Payout

Malawi, grappling with a severe El Niño-induced drought, has received a much-needed financial boost. An insurance payout of $11.2 million has been disbursed to the southern African nation, offering a glimmer of hope in the face of a dire food crisis. This payout comes at a critical time for Malawi, one of the world’s poorest […]

Kenya-Tanzania power project moves forward to meet its 2020 deadline

The Kenya-Tanzania Power Interconnection Project has moved forward with the division of lots and the commitment of contractors to set up a 510km 400kV transmission line and accompanying substations. With the completion deadline set for 2020, the project is being implemented by the Tanzania Electric Supply Company (Tanesco) in collaboration with Kenya Electricity Transmission Company […]

Sudan’s central Darfur declares state of emergency after mediators attacked

A state of emergency has been declared in Sudan’s Central Darfur state after gunmen opened fire on members of a reconciliation committee tasked with settling an inter-communal dispute, killing 24 people. Central Darfur Governor Saad Adam Babiker on Sunday (13 November) issued an order declaring a state of emergency in all parts of Central Darfur […]