Omicron likely developed in West Africa, study shows
A fresh examination of COVID-19 samples taken in Africa prior to the first identification of Omicron calls both hypotheses into question…reports Asian Lite News
Defiant Ramaphosa refuses to quit
South Africa’s President has been under fire since June, when a former spy boss filed a complaint alleging that Ramaphosa had hidden a February
MBZ reviews advancing ties with Yemen
The two sides also discussed ways to support peace in Yemen, alleviate the suffering of its people, and achieve its aspirations for stability and
Cyril Ramaphosa faces impeachment threat
He said that some $580,000 which had been paid in cash for buffalo was stolen from under sofa cushions in the farmhouse…reports Asian Lite
Senegal beat Ecuador 2-1 to qualify for knockout stage
The Lions of Teranga, thus will make it to the last 16 of the World Cup for the first time in 20 years…reports Armstrong
Morocco stun Belgium to claim long-awaited World Cup win
The win, their first in 24 years, sends Morocco into first place in the group with four points after having drawn goalless with 2018
India-Morocco bilateral ties get an impetus
Secretary (CPV&OIA) also interacted with Moroccan ITEC alumni as well as the Indian community and Indian business leaders…reports Asian Lite News The friendly bilateral
Nigeria unveils new notes
Buhari said the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) redesigned the 200, 500, and 1,000 naira banknotes with security features that make them difficult to
‘9.4 mn people in South Sudan require aid next year’
Nyanti appealed to the government to ensure conditions of peace and to foster development in order to reduce the need for humanitarian aid…reports Asian
WFP warns drought leading to food insecurity in Horn of Africa
It added that the region has recorded a significant increase in the price of local food baskets with Somalia recording the most expensive food
