Is South Africa one of the most politically polarised countries in the world? No, it’s not – sociologist
South Africa’s government of national unity forged after the 2024 elections refutes the claim that there are two antagonistic ...
Latin America poverty hits 33-year low but inequality prevails, UN report says
Latin American poverty levels in 2023 fell to a 33-year low, led by progress in Brazil, the United Nations' Economic Commission for Latin America and the Caribbean (ECLAC) said in a report on Tuesday, ...
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West African hiking hotspot under immediate threat from rapid deforestation
One of West Africa's most iconic hiking destinations is under threat and diminishing fast due to illegal 'slash and burn' farming. Located in the Southern Koinadugu region of Sierra Leone, the Loma ...
South Africa spends nearly R700bn annually to combat child poverty
This staggering figure emerges from the latest findings of the Economic Impact of Child Poverty Study conducted by Deloitte ...
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GNU sparks hope with focus on growth, poverty: Godongwana
Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana says the new government of national unity, alongside stable power and improved economic confidence, has renewed hope for a better future. The Minister is delivering ...
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South Africa's fight against extreme poverty needs a new strategy—model shows how social grants could work
South Africa has been struggling for decades to reduce poverty, inequality and unemployment and raise the rate of economic growth. Economic growth has been slow since a recession in 2008.
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Public Works and Infrastructure accelerates EPWP to drive change and reduce chronic poverty and joblessness
In his closing remarks, Zikalala indicated that EPWP is needed in the country as a key job creation driver as it plays an important role in poverty alleviation, skills development, clearing of service ...
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African Development Bank President calls for bold, innovative and practical solutions to tackle poverty in Africa
called for bold reforms and innovative solutions to tackle poverty.) Adesina who is leading the Bank’s delegation participating in key sessions of the Bretton Wood institutions’ meetings, will ...
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Bagbin rallies Speakers of African Parliaments to fight poverty
Alban Sumana Kingsford Bagbin, the Speaker of Ghana’s Parliament, has rallied his fellow Speakers and Presidents of African Parliaments to step up efforts to combat poverty on the African continent.
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African Development Bank calls for bold solutions to African poverty
Climate change, global financial shocks and growing food insecurity are threatening Africa, the world’s fastest-growing ... heads with the G20 Global Alliance against Hunger and Poverty. The MDB ...
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Poverty in Lagos isn’t just about money – here’s why
Lagos slums are characterised by high levels of poverty – the state of not having enough resources to meet basic needs for living, such as food, water, shelter, healthcare and education.