UNICEF has reached a new agreement aimed at reducing the cost of the R21/Matrix-M malaria vaccine, a move expected to make the life-saving shot more affordable for millions of children. The new pricing arrangement, which will bring the cost down to about 3 dollars per dose, is expected to take
The World Health Organization Country Office in South Africa has described the launch of Africa’s first prototype competency based curricula for ten priority health professions as a “groundbreaking moment” for the continent. Speaking at the event, Ms Shenaaz El-Halabi, WHO South Africa Country Representative, said the new curricula represent a
A man claiming to be a militant commander has released a new video threatening further kidnappings across Nigeria. Wearing what looked like a military jacket, he boasted about recent abductions of schoolchildren in Kebbi and Niger states and warned that his group plans to target security officials, governors, and even
Talks in Geneva between the United States and Ukraine have wrapped up with both sides saying they made progress, but many big questions remain unanswered — especially when it comes to Ukraine’s territorial integrity. President Volodymyr Zelensky welcomed the momentum but stressed that the biggest stumbling block is Russia’s demand
The US government is considering whether to end Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for Somali nationals, a decision that could affect members of one of America’s most established African communities. Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem said on Sunday that the federal government plans to reassess TPS for Somalia, describing the programme
Fifty of the 315 children kidnapped from St Mary’s Catholic School in Niger State on Friday have managed to escape, bringing a moment of relief to families anxiously waiting for news. They have since been reunited with their parents, according to local Christian leaders. A major security operation involving
Attendees broke into celebration as President Cyril Ramaphosa officially closed the G20 Summit — marking one of the most successful global gatherings ever hosted by South Africa. 🇿🇦✨ A landmark moment for Africa. A powerful finish for #G20SouthAfrica. #G20SouthAfrica #MDNtv #Ramaphosa #G20Johannesburg #AfricaLeads #BreakingNews source
The G20 summit in Johannesburg is ending on a tense note as South Africa and the United States clash over the handover of the bloc’s rotating presidency. South Africa refused to proceed with the traditional ceremony after the U.S. attempted to send what it considered a lower-level diplomat instead of
Johannesburg – President Cyril Ramaphosa officially closed the G20 Leaders’ Summit South Africa 2025, delivering a powerful and unifying address that celebrated Africa’s historic role as host and underscored the urgent need for global cooperation to confront shared challenges. Speaking at the Johannesburg EXPO Centre, Ramaphosa reflected on a year
South African President Cyril Ramaphosa was among the world leaders who gathered for the G20 Summit 2025, a global meeting focused on cooperation, economic recovery, and long-term stability. The summit brought together heads of state, ministers, and international delegates from across the world, all working to strengthen partnerships and address
