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Gov’t reaction to Sierra Leone disaster slow and uninspiring – Ablakwa

August 19, 2017 Apt News Desk 0

Samuel Okudjeto Ablakwa, Member of Parliament for North Tongu and Minority Ranking Member on Foreign Affairs has described government’s response to Sierra Leone in their […]

Rwanda: Govt Steps Up Efforts to Eliminate Lead From Paint Production October 28, 2025
[New Times] The government is conducting a national study on lead contamination and exposure as part of efforts to eliminate the use of harmful chemicals in paint production and safeguard public health.
Uganda: New Discovery Reveals Chimpanzees in Uganda Use Flying Insects to Tend Their Wounds October 28, 2025
[The Conversation Africa] Animals respond to injury in many ways. So far, evidence for animals tending wounds with biologically active materials is rare. Yet, a recent study of an orangutan treating a wound with a medicinal plant provides a promising lead.
South Africa: Limpopo Village Battles Years Without Water and Electricity October 27, 2025
[Health-e] Maphuti Masalesa (78) from Tshikwarani, a village in Limpopo's Makhado municipality, has been without electricity for almost three years after his connection cable was stolen. He claims Eskom demanded a R6000 reconnection fee, which he cannot afford.
Namibia: Northern Regions Face Looming Water Squeeze October 27, 2025
[Namibian] The Namibia Water Corporation (NamWater) has appealed to residents in the Oshana, Oshikoto, Ohangwena, and Omusati regions to use water sparingly as they face a looming water shortage during the dry season.
Nigeria: Nimet Predicts 3-Day Dust Haze, Rain From Monday October 27, 2025
[Vanguard] The Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet) has predicted varying weather conditions, including dust haze and rainfall, across different parts of the country between Monday and Wednesday, urging residents to stay alert.

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