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Xabiso Mkhabela/Anadolu Agency via Getty Images South Africa topped 1 million confirmed cases of coronavirus, according to Johns Hopkins University. Local health authorities have linked a recent surge in cases with a new variant of the novel coronavirus, which is believed to be more infectious. The surge of coronavirus cases is putting a tough burden on local hospitals and prompted countries around the world to impose travel restrictions on the country. Visit Business Insider's homepage for more stories. Local health authorities said between 80 to 90% of new coronavirus cases are from the new variant, Reuters reported.
The Kenyan slums can finally break out of the poverty cycle thanks to the local community cash. Elizabeth shows off her upgraded business, improved by the 'lindi-pesa'.
South Africa may push to end a global ban on the rhino trade. As Hayley Plattt reports, they want to turn the trade in horns into a lucrative legal business.
South Africa may push to end a global ban on the rhino trade. As Hayley Plattt reports, they want to turn the trade in horns into a lucrative legal business.
Dubai is famous for its skyscrapers - and more recently its art scene. The Dubai Art Fair attracts dealers, artists, and collectors from emerging markets such as Africa, but with the world's current economic woes, there was some worry about how much art would sell. David Pollard reports..
US President Barack Obama praises African economic growth in a speech in the Kenyan capital on Saturday. Julie Noce reports.