A British woman, Yvonne Ford, 59, died from rabies after being scratched by a stray puppy while on holiday in Morocco. Her family reported that she experienced severe symptoms two weeks after returning to the UK, prompting health officials to assess close contacts and provide vaccinations as a precaution, noting no risk to the wider public.
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Africa drafts law to tackle labour migration
African countries are working towards unifying their labour migration policies through a draft Model Law on Labour Migration aimed at addressing issues like xenophobia and migrant rights. Developed by the Pan-African Parliament, this proposal seeks to harmonize existing legal frameworks and enhance protections for migrants, but its success hinges on the political will of member states to implement the law effectively. Need More Context? 🔎
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