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Cape Verde wants “more and better” Chinese investment: Minister
Macau Business
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July 5, 2025
The Interior Minister of Cape Verde told Lusa that the African country wants to attract investment from China, which he described as “one of the main partners” in the country’s development since independence. “We currently already have a Chinese...
Cape Verde celebrates 50 years of independence
Deutsche Welle
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"Many say Cape Verde is a beacon for other African countries," says long-serving Cape Verdean politician Gualberto do Rosário. "I don't believe in such comparisons. Undoubtedly, Cape Verde scores better than many other African countries in various...
Cape Verde declares 3-month health emergency over dengue, malaria
Xinhua News Agency
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PRAIA, July 3 (Xinhua) -- Cape Verde has declared a three-month national public health emergency to stem the spread of dengue fever and the resurgence of malaria. "The measure, approved by the Council of Ministers, takes into account the upcoming...
Cape Verdean community celebrates 50 years of independence
Dorchester Reporter - Massachusetts
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July 2, 2025
One day after American Independence Day, the Cape Verdean community will unite with their island home in marking the 50th anniversary of Cape Verde’s break from Portugal – a milestone many in the diaspora hope will bring a tighter bond between the...
Security camera captures man stomping on Cape Verdean flag
WJAR - Rhode Island
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PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WJAR) — A Lincoln man accused of vandalizing the Cape Verdean flag outside East Providence City Hall faced a judge on Thursday. East Providence police say a flag raising was happening inside City Hall when the man walked up to...
The 2nd annual Cape Verdean ’40 under 40’ gala to highlight homegrown talent
Dorchester Reporter - Massachusetts
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July 2, 2025
This year’s second installment of the Cape Verdean 40 under 40 awards highlights another group of promising young people in the city and the region who have found great success in athletics, academia, health care, and community development....
UNODC report warns of alarming rise in drug use among Moroccan youth, particularly pharmaceuticals and cocaine
Hespress
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July 8, 2025
The United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) has flagged concerning shifts in drug use patterns in Morocco, particularly among minors, in its 2025 World Drug Report. Based on 2023 data, the report highlights a troubling surge in drug...
Social isolation is a major health risk for older adults. Groups across Mass. are stepping up.
WGBH - Massachusetts
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July 7, 2025
Every day, the senior center at the Massachusetts Alliance of Portuguese Speakers in Cambridge offers an assortment of activities. About 40 participants play dominoes, color in coloring books and take exercise and dance classes and eat lunch...
César says that the history of Cape Verde “is inseparable” from the PAICV
Portugal Pulse
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June 28, 2025
“The history of Cape Verde is intertwined with the continuous contribution of the PAICV over many decades. Like the Socialist Party in Portugal, the PAICV has worked alongside us and fought challenging battles marked by numerous successes,...
Cabo Verde: Unlocking Inclusive Growth Through Increased Resilience And Equal Opportunities
MENAFN
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June 23, 2025
(MENAFN- African Press Organization) PRAIA, Cabo Verde, June 23, 2025/APO Group/ -- Cabo Verde's economy continues on a strong recovery path, according to the latest Cabo Verde Economic Update 2025, released today by the World Bank. Real GDP in...
Meet the Raso lark: The critically endangered songbird of Cape Verde
One Earth - California
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June 26, 2025
One Earth’s “Species of the Week” series highlights an iconic species that represents the unique biogeography of each of the 185 bioregions of the Earth. On a remote speck of volcanic rock in the Atlantic Ocean, where the wind carves stories into...
Saint John the Baptist Cape Verde festivities attract thousands
Modern Ghana
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Thousands of people attended horse racing events to mark the end of traditional celebrations on Cape Verdean island Santo Antao which annually lets its hair down for the Feast of Saint John the Baptist. The festivities not only commemorate the...
Brit left fighting for life in hospital with rare disease on £1,500 all-inclusive getaway
Daily Star
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June 21, 2025
A British tourist is fighting for her life in a Greek hospital after contracting a deadly disease. The woman is battling to stay alive after she caught the life-threatening Legionnaire's disease while on an all-inclusive holiday she spent...
Sick Sharon gets diarrhoea on £3k Cape Verde holiday from hell
Stoke-on-Trent Live
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June 16, 2025
A group of 25 British tourists are seeking legal action after falling seriously ill on "nightmare" holidays to a luxury five-star resort in Cape Verde. Hotel guests said their dream trips quickly turned into holidays from hell after they suffered...
Today in the news: Loses baby after visiting 5 hospitals; 1.4 million without classes
Portugal Pulse
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June 29, 2025
Image Credit: Notícias ao MinutoGood morning! Here are the main topics featured in the national press this Sunday, June 29. Starting with Jornal de Notícias, it reports that “Almost 1.4 million students missed classes due to the lack of teachers.”...
First Lady lauds Merck Foundation’s commitment in healthcare systems
Business Ghana
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The First Lady, Lordina Mahama, has commended Merck Foundation for strengthening the healthcare system in Ghana and Africa through medical training scholarships. Merck Foundation’s scholarship programme has so far extended the scholarship...
Understanding the first 160 days of Senate Foreign Relations Committee on African affairs and global health policy
Mail & Guardian
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June 23, 2025
Is there partisan agreement on the strategic priorities for African affairs and global health policy among the majority members? A rapid review suggests that there has been a significant shift in the strategic priorities on African affairs and...
First Lady lauds Merck Foundation for contribution to healthcare
Business Ghana
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Ghana’s First Lady, Mrs Lordina Dramani Mahama, has praised Merck Foundation for its outstanding contribution to healthcare delivery in Africa and Ghana. The First Lady was speaking at the opening of the 7th Edition of the Merck Foundation First...
Merck Foundation commemorates 13 years of impact in healthcare, education, and empowerment
Weekend Post-Insightful
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June 19, 2025
Dubai, UAE — The Merck Foundation, led by CEO Dr. Rasha Kelej, marked 13 years of service in advancing healthcare, education, and women’s empowerment. The event gathered First Ladies, dignitaries, healthcare professionals, and media...
Merck Foundation commemorates 13 years of impact in healthcare, education, and empowerment
Weekend Post-Insightful
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June 19, 2025
Dubai, UAE — The Merck Foundation, led by CEO Dr. Rasha Kelej, marked 13 years of service in advancing healthcare, education, and women’s empowerment. The event gathered First Ladies, dignitaries, healthcare professionals, and media...