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Kenya: Kenya's President Rushed Through Universal Health Reforms. How He Did It and Why This Matters

[The Conversation Africa] For decades, Kenyans without health insurance have had one option when they fall sick, or a hospital bill arrives. Reach out to friends and family to gather what they can for their healthcare.

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Africa: French Soldiers Disciplined Over Rhodesian Flags Linked to White Supremacists

[RFI] France's Ministry of the Armed Forces has launched disciplinary proceedings against several soldiers photographed holding flags linked to Rhodesia, a former white minority-ruled territory in…

  • French soldiers disciplined for displaying Rhodesian flags linked to white supremacists.
  • Flags associated with Rhodesia's white minority rule and apartheid system.
  • Ministry of Armed Forces emphasizes zero tolerance for racist, supremacist behavior.

·allafrica.com

Sudan: WFP Warns Global Conflict Is Driving Sudan Deeper Into Hunger Crisis

[Dabanga] New York -- The World Food Programme (WFP) has warned that global conflict and disruptions to fuel and trade are worsening Sudan's already catastrophic hunger crisis, with basic food costs…

  • Conflict and supply chain issues worsening Sudan's hunger crisis
  • Basic food prices surged 40% since February
  • WFP warns famine could be declared soon if crisis not addressed

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