Africa: IMF Calls for Accelerated Anti-Corruption Fight During Pandemic in Africa: [VOA] Gaborone, Botswana — Botswana is hosting an anti-corruption conference (June 13-14) led by the African Union and the International Monetary Fund. The IMF said the COVID pandemic has underscored the need for good governance. – AllAfrica News: Africa
Africa: Covid-19 Deadlier During Pregnancy, African Study Says: [VOA] Pregnancy puts women at higher risk of severe medical complications or death from COVID-19, according to a new study of more than 1,300 women in sub-Saharan Africa. Researchers argue that vaccinating pregnant women against the coronavirus should be made a priority across the region, where most countries do not yet recommend vaccination during pregnancy. – AllAfrica News: Africa
Africa: Continent Could Feed Itself With the Right Infrastructure – Experts: [DW] Drought, COVID-19 and the Russian war against Ukraine are fomenting a hunger crisis in Africa. The continent has enough fertile soil and water to meet its own needs, but there are many hurdles preventing this. – AllAfrica News: Africa
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