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African nations, led by the AU, demand increased climate finance and assert their role as solutions providers at COP30 in Brazil. The Addis Ababa Declaration emphasizes renewable energy, mineral transparency, and climate justice, amid ongoing debates over funding and development priorities. The summit highlights Africa's resilience despite limited emissions.
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Recent US aid reductions and climate finance cuts are jeopardizing global health efforts, including TB and malaria programs, while private sector investment in climate adaptation in Africa is increasing amid declining government support. Experts warn these shifts could reverse progress on disease control and climate resilience.
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Recent days in Sudan have seen intensified fighting between the Sudanese army and RSF, with drone strikes killing at least 75 civilians in El-Fasher, Darfur. The city remains under siege, with ongoing clashes, ethnic violence, and worsening humanitarian crises, including food shortages and disease outbreaks. The conflict has killed over 40,000 and displaced millions since April 2023.
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Jihadist groups in Mali have intensified fuel blockades, disrupting medical services, economy, and security. Western nations advise citizens to leave as the government struggles to contain armed groups and maintain stability five years after a military coup.