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Africa: All of Africa Today - February 23, 2026
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Africa: Africa's Public Finances Are in a Mess - a New Book Explains Why and What to Do
[The Conversation Africa] Public finance, or how governments at all levels raise and allocate money, is in evidence everywhere you…
Africa: Killer Beetles in the Baobabs - Researcher Warns of Risk to African Trees
[The Conversation Africa] Baobabs aren't supposed to fall. They can live for up to 2,500 years. Famous for their resilience,…
Africa: From the Editor - How to Make the Conversation a Preferred Source On Google
[The Conversation Africa] There's a lot of dodgy and divisive content online. But now there's a way to choose something…
Africa: Africans Are Increasingly Online, but Awareness and Practice of Digital Safety Remain Low
[Afrobarometer] Many say they worry that others will track or steal their personal data.
Africa: Science-Led Governance of AI Can Help Power Sustainable Development - Guterres
[UN News] UN Secretary-General António Guterres highlighted the key role science has in international governance of artificial intelligence during an…
Africa: Africa's Regional Blocs Must Prevent a Silent Scramble for Critical Minerals
[allAfrica] A new scramble for Africa is underway. It is not marked by warships or colonial flags, but by battery…
Africa: Guide - Scam Trends to Watch Out for in 2026 and How to Stay Safe Online
[Africa Check] In 2025, Africa Check investigated over 20 scams circulating online in Nigeria, from Facebook pages impersonating popular commercial…
Africa: No Evidence That a Mixture of Stoney Ginger Drink and Onions Will Shrink Fibroids or Ovarian Cysts - Visit a Doctor Instead
[Africa Check] IN SHORT: Some social media posts claim that a mixture of Stoney ginger drink and grated onions can…
Africa: African Conflicts Barely Registered At Munich - but China Is Paying Attention
[ISS] Last week's Munich Security Conference clearly signalled that Africa needs security alliances beyond its traditional partners.
Africa: Ministry of Foreign Affairs Honors Key Contributors to AU and Italy-Africa Summits
[ENA] Addis Ababa -- The Ministry of Foreign Affairs has recognized institutions and individuals who played a central role in…