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Last update: 29 minutes agoPublic Health Watch: WHO confirmed a new hantavirus case tied to the MV Hondius after a crew member repatriated to the Netherlands tested positive, bringing the total to 12 suspected/confirmed cases and three deaths, with more than 600 contacts still being followed across 30 countries and Dutch authorities hospitalizing the patient in isolation. Africa Health Sovereignty: WHO also flagged Ebola risk in DRC as “very high” nationally, while warning that shrinking donor support is forcing countries to rethink outbreak funding and preparedness. Tech & Governance: Cabo Verde highlighted near-universal birth registration (99%) after linking civil registration and national ID systems via interoperability reforms—an example of how digital identity can deliver real services. Regional Security: Nigeria is set to help launch the AU maritime task force for the Gulf of Guinea to tackle cross-border crime and terrorism. Policy/Business: A new “AI Century” manifesto argues Africa’s growth should be built on citizen productivity, SMEs, and entrepreneurship—not just resources.
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