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Democracy under pressure amidst Egypt's growing food crisis {Business Africa}

A new report warns that Africa’s democracies are at risk as economic hardship, youth frustration, and a surge in coups while in Cairo’s Al-Wekala Market, leftover meals from luxury hotels are offering low-income families a lifeline amid Egypt’s deepening economic crisis

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How deadly conflict and climate crisis left the ‘food basket of Nigeria’ a humanitarian disaster zone

IN FOCUS: Two million people have been left forced from their homes by conflict between herders and farmers that has seen thousands killed and many more left malnourished, writes Nick Ferris

The Independent UK

Nigeria’s plastic waste could enrich the fashion industry: here’s how

On any street in Lagos, Abuja or Port Harcourt, you’ll find abandoned plastic bottles lying around. Each year, about 2.5 million tonnes of plastic waste are produced in Nigeria and much of it winds up in landfills or in the environment.

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NY Cocoa Recovers Early Losses as ICE Inventories Fall

December ICE NY cocoa (CCZ25 ) on Wednesday closed up +14 (+0.19%), and December ICE London cocoa #7 (CAZ25 ) closed down -6 (-0.12%). Cocoa prices on Wednesday settled mixed. Cocoa has been under pressure over the past two sessions as rain in West Africa has temporarily eased dry conditions...

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Rain Eases Dry Conditions in West Africa and Pressures Cocoa Prices

December ICE NY cocoa (CCZ25 ) today is down -22 (-0.30%), and December ICE London cocoa #7 (CAZ25 ) is down -18 (-0.35%). Cocoa prices extended Tuesday's losses today as rain in West Africa has eased dry conditions and may promote flowering of cocoa trees, which could boost the region's...

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Rain in West Africa Weighs on Cocoa Prices

December ICE NY cocoa (CCZ25 ) on Tuesday closed down -273 (-3.57%), and December ICE London cocoa #7 (CAZ25 ) closed down -109 (-2.09%). Cocoa prices retreated on Tuesday as rains in West Africa eased dry conditions and may promote flowering of cocoa trees and boost the region's cocoa output,...

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Cocoa Prices Retreat as Rains Arrive in West Africa

December ICE NY cocoa (CCZ25 ) today is down -285 (-3.73%), and December ICE London cocoa #7 (CAZ25 ) is down -108 (-2.07%). Cocoa prices are retreating today as rains in West Africa ease dry conditions and may promote flowering of cocoa trees and boost the region's cocoa output, a...

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Nigerian chef breaks world record for cooking the largest jollof rice dish

A new world record has been set for the largest serving of Nigeria-style jollof rice

The Independent UK

Ghana insists immigrants deported by the US have been sent home, contradicting lawyers

Ghanaian authorities insist on their claim that the group of 14 African immigrants deported to Ghana by the U.S. have been returned to their home countries

The Independent UK

Spotlight on Africa: Cameroon votes, Niger Delta oil pollution, South Africa - US ties

In this episode of Spotlight in Africa, we discuss the forthcoming presidential election in Cameroon, before turning our attention to Nigeria. We also explore ways to strengthen relations between South Africa and the United States, with a particular focus on improving conditions for seasonal migrant workers.

Radio France Internationale

In Mega-city Lagos, 20 Million Count On Just 100 Ambulances

Standing outside a public hospital in Lagos, Nigeria's biggest city, Michelin Hunsa is still "traumatised" from the two-hour wait it took to get an ambulance for her mother, found unconscious by her neighbours.

International Business Times

Cocoa Prices Rally on West African Weather Concerns

December ICE NY cocoa (CCZ25 ) on Monday closed up +224 (+3.02%), and December ICE London cocoa #7 (CAZ25 ) closed up +110 (+2.15%). Cocoa prices rallied sharply on Monday, with NY cocoa posting a 1.5-week high. Weather concerns in West Africa are boosting cocoa prices. Heavy rain in the...

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West African Weather Woes Boost Cocoa Prices

December ICE NY cocoa (CCZ25 ) today is up +214 (+2.88%), and December ICE London cocoa #7 (CAZ25 ) is up +105 (+2.06%). Cocoa prices are sharply higher today, with NY cocoa climbing to a 1.5-week high. Weather concerns in West Africa are boosting cocoa prices. Heavy rain in the...

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Ansaru terror leaders’ arrest is a strategic change for Nigeria: what could happen next

Attacks by non-state armed groups are a security challenge in the Sahel, including Nigeria.

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The Independent UK

African nationals deported by US to Ghana have all been sent to their home countries

Ghana has sent 14 West Africans deported from the U.S. to their home countries

FourFourTwo

‘I knew exactly what I’d done – I had made a massive mistake. When Chelsea saw what had happened, they were furious’ John Obi Mikel opens up on transfer tug of war

The Nigerian international was the subject of a battle between Manchester United and Chelsea

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Cocoa Prices Fall as the Dollar Strengthens

December ICE NY cocoa (CCZ25 ) on Friday closed down -108 (-1.43%), and December ICE London cocoa #7 (CAZ25 ) closed down -90 (-1.73%). Cocoa prices settled lower on Friday after a stronger dollar (DXY00 ) prompted long liquidation in cocoa futures. Cocoa prices had climbed to 1-week highs on...

International Business Times

Baby Gorilla To Return To Nigeria After Istanbul Airport Rescue

Shinning down a lamp-post, the tiny gorilla almost seems to be laughing as he dodges past his keeper at an Istanbul zoo he's called home since being rescued from traffickers.

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Weather Concerns in West Africa Boost Cocoa Prices

December ICE NY cocoa (CCZ25 ) on Thursday closed up +60 (+0.80%), and December ICE London cocoa #7 (CAZ25 ) closed up +26 (+0.50%). Cocoa prices settled higher Thursday for a second day, supported by weather concerns in West Africa. Heavy rain in the Ivory Coast has kept farmers out...

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Cocoa Prices Supported by Weather Risks in West Africa

December ICE NY cocoa (CCZ25 ) today is up +87 (+1.16%), and December ICE London cocoa #7 (CAZ25 ) is up +15 (+0.29%). Cocoa prices are moving higher today for a second day, supported by weather concerns in West Africa. Heavy rain in the Ivory Coast has kept farmers out...

The Conversation

Nigerian photographer Michael Oyinbokure challenges stereotypes about migrants

As migration continues to dominate global news and shape political discourse, mainstream media often carry stereotypical images of immigrants, portraying them as displaced, desperate, criminal.

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Cocoa Prices Climb on Adverse West African Weather

December ICE NY cocoa (CCZ25 ) on Wednesday closed up +73 (+0.99%), and December ICE London cocoa #7 (CAZ25 ) closed up +68 (+1.33%). Cocoa prices moved higher on Wednesday, supported by weather concerns in West Africa. Heavy rain in the Ivory Coast has kept farmers out of cocoa fields...

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West African Weather Woes Support Cocoa Prices

December ICE NY cocoa (CCZ25 ) today is up +65 (+0.88%), and December ICE London cocoa #7 (CAZ25 ) is up +74 (+1.45%). Cocoa prices are climbing today, supported by weather concerns in West Africa. Heavy rain in the Ivory Coast has kept farmers out of cocoa fields and reduced...

The Conversation

2027 Nigerian poll could trigger unrest unless electoral commission is fixed

Political activities heralding Nigeria’s 2027 general elections are beginning to pick up.

Al Jazeera

South Africa close on World Cup 2026, but Nigeria left sweating

South Africa maintain Group C lead with 1-1 draw with Nigeria in the CAF qualifiers for the FIFA 2026 World Cup.

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