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John Nkengasong, AU chief of major endemics, named ambassador-at-large by President Biden

U.S. President Joe Biden on Monday nominated John Nkengasong, one of Africa’s foremost public health experts, to serve as an ambassador-at-large at the State Department, overseeing the President’s Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief, or PEPFAR. This was announced by the White House in an official statement. If confirmed by the Senate, Dr. Nkengasong, a U.S. […]

Morocco reaps benefits of its US-Israel deal

A year after the signing of the Morocco-US-Israel deal, Rabat has already started to reap diplomatic and economic benefits, bolstering its clout in the region in favor of peace and stability. The deal to resume ties between Rabat and Tel Aviv was brokered by the Trump administration which recognized Morocco’s sovereignty over the Sahara region […]

Deadly cholera outbreak grips war-torn Sudan amid floods

Sudan is grappling with a severe cholera outbreak that has claimed at least 22 lives and infected hundreds more, according to recent health reports. This crisis unfolds against the backdrop of a prolonged 16-month conflict and devastating floods, further straining the nation’s resources. The outbreak has spread rapidly, with over 350 confirmed cases detected across […]