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In north-eastern KwaZulu-Natal, a lone hippo attacked a safari vehicle on a game drive, captured by Latest Sightings. The experienced guide managed to avoid injury by expertly maneuvering the vehicle to escape the aggressive hippo. The incident was believed to be caused by the hippo's heat-induced aggression, showcasing the incredible driving skills of the guide in a stunning video. Full Article

The African Union Commission Chairperson commends the communiqué signed by the leaders of Somalia and Ethiopia in Ankara, under the guidance of President Erdogan. He urges prompt implementation of the measures agreed upon and praises President Erdogan for supporting the resolution of differences through dialogue for the benefit of both nations. Full Article

The CoE will maintain essential services during the festive season but will close offices on December 16 and from Christmas Day to New Year's Day, reopening on January 2. Residents are advised to use healthcare centres and hospitals for medical needs, while emergency contact numbers are provided for service interruptions. Municipal accounts should be paid on time using the online platform Siyakhokha, and residents are wished a happy holiday season. In the East District, clinics...

Cape Town offers a unique opportunity to explore nature's beauty in one action-packed day, with activities like shark cage diving in Simon's Town, visiting the penguin colony at Boulders Beach, hiking at the Cape of Good Hope, and driving along Chapman's Peak for breathtaking views of the coast. This itinerary provides a diverse experience of Cape Town's natural wonders, from marine life to stunning landscapes, leaving visitors spellbound and eager for more adventures in the...

In celebration of its 100th anniversary, Institut Pasteur de Dakar inaugurates the new diaTROPIX diagnostic manufacturing site in Mbao, aiming to improve access to high-quality diagnostics in the region with ISO 13485-certification and WHO quality approval support. FIND and Unitaid supported the expansion to address Africa's diagnostic needs, particularly for diseases like malaria and HIV, by enhancing regional manufacturing capacity to 75 million units per year. The initiative strengthens health security, prepares for future global...

The Managing Director of Nigeria LNG Limited highlighted the need for over $200 billion in annual investments in the energy sector in Africa to achieve energy and climate goals, emphasizing the importance of balancing immediate energy access with transitioning to sustainable sources like LNG. He stressed the necessity of collaboration among policymakers, private sector players, and investors to attract capital and create enabling frameworks. Nigeria LNG's commitment to sustainability through LNG investments was praised for...