International community pledges to help the Central African Republic

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The international community has pledged to help the Central African Republic. This will be in the form of money amounting to billions of dollars with some to come from the European Union. The EU is the largest aid contributor to the Central African Republic.

Escaped Chibok girls attend university

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The 24 Chibok girls who escaped from Boko Haram militants in 2014 are currently studying at a university in north-eastern Nigeria. They received scholarships to help them pursue their dreams.

China to help Africa implement Paris Agreement-COP22

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High level talks to combat climate change are wrapping up in Morocco. Dozens of the world leaders have been meeting at the COP 22 summit,trying to agree on a plan of how to curb global warming.

Town in New York state thrives because of refugees

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With anti refugee rhetoric prevalent throughout the US presidential campaign, many Americans have expressed concern about the economic impact on refugees. But one community in upstate New York has rolled out the welcome mat to refugees.

IMF lifts sanctions against Zimbabwe

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The International Monetary Fund has lifted sanctions against Zimbabwe, after it settled all overdue payments to the IMF's 'poverty reduction and growth trust', in October.

Wild game breeders struggling with prolonged lack of rain

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The drought in Southern Africa has not only taken its toll on communities and livestock but on wildlife as well. Ranches are cutting herd sizes and dropping prices for most animals. Game ranching is big business in South Africa, catering to the Eco-tourism and hunting sectors.

Flash floods cause mayhem in Johannesburg

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South Africans are counting the costs following flash floods this week in Johannesburg. Hundreds of residents of Alexandra township have lost their homes. A nearby river burst its banks this week, sweeping away cars, bridges, buildings and other infrastructure.

Zuma survives motion of no confidence

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A motion of no confidence against President Jacob Zuma has failed yet again. The motion was tabled by the Democratic Alliance, the main opposition party. The DA claims Zuma is unfit to hold office.