The most diverse people in the world will finally get medicine made for them with a new genetic chip

Posted on :Thursday , 24th November 2016

 A chip containing millions of genetic variations that are common in Africa could help scientists bring the benefits of precision medicine to the continent.

AFRICA - THE NEXT GROWTH MARKET

Posted on :Tuesday , 3rd October 2017

Africa is currently home to five of the fastest growing economies in the world. According to a global study, the continent's economy is forecast to grow to $2.6 trillion in 2020 from $1.6 trillion in 2008, fuelled by booms in mining, agriculture and development of ports, roads and other infrastructure. This rapid economic growth is what is creating substantial new business op. . .

Turkish Exporters Target Africa

Posted on :Wednesday , 23rd November 2016

 At a time when struggling Turkish exporters are looking for ways to diversify their target markets, Africa is poised to become the new frontier market for Turkish firms as they position themselves to become major stakeholders in the region’s rapidly growing industries.

Africa has recorded an annual growth rate of 5 percent over the last d. . .

Tanzania: Aga Khan Plans 35 Health Service Centres

Posted on :Tuesday , 22nd November 2016

 Aga Khan Health Services in the country expects to construct 35 health service centres countrywide by December 2018 to support the government's efforts to deliver quality services.

Rwanda: Rwf5 Billion Project to Promote Child, Maternal Health

Posted on :Thursday , 3rd November 2016

 The Adventist Development and Relief Agency (ADRA) in Rwanda has received a Rwf5 billion grant from Global Affairs Canada, through ADRA Canada and Christian Child Fund, to implement two new projects aimed at fighting maternal, newborn and child mortality and malnutrition in Nyabihu and Kayonza Districts.