Paraguay’s bank collapse brought down a president – and exposed as myth the nation’s status as a ‘Dubai of South America’
Protesters on Nov. 5 burn a effigy depicting now ex-President Santiago Pena outside Congress in Asuncion, Paraguay, days after the beginning of a banking crisis to which he was linked.…
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Eskom sustains on-going power system performance as EAF reaches 68.16%, diesel spend falls by R4.81 billion and 1.6 million customers exit load reduction, reducing the affected footprint by 94%
Friday, 06 November 2026: Eskom continues to sustain the gains delivered through its Generation Recovery Plan, with the financial year-to-date Energy Availability Factor (EAF) reaching 68.16% and approximately 6 481MW…
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Flesh-eating screwworm is spreading in the US, threatening livestock and wildlife – hunters can be the first line of defense
Millions of hunters will be in fields and wooded areas, where they can help spot and report any signs of screwworm. Michigan Department of Natural Resources For the first time…
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Donor aid models don’t determine food security in Zambia, but local farming practices do
For decades, competing global development models have shaped sub-Saharan Africa’s agricultural landscape. Traditional western donors, such as the Norwegian Agency for Development Cooperation (Norad), have promoted climate-smart agricultural systems such…
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Florida just voted for lower property taxes – and that could mean cuts in government services and new housing construction
Over 60% of Floridian voters voted to cut property taxes, which has been surging in recent years. AP Photo/Rebecca Blackwell) Many Florida homeowners cheered on Nov. 3, 2026, when more…
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Midterms are bad for incumbents – and even worse when energy prices are high
Voters respond to economic and political messages and experiences. AP Photo/Lindsey Wasson As Democrats and Republicans look at the overwhelming results of the 2026 midterm election, it’s worth remembering what…
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AI and blockchain are coming to African farms: 4 things must happen for farmers to benefit
The use of digital agriculture is expanding across Africa. Tools like artificial intelligence (AI), sensors and blockchain are helping farmers receive information about weather, pests, markets and farm management. AI…
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Why a company donating $20,000 a month counts for more than $240,000 once a year in the eyes of customers
Repeated giving may give the impression that companies care more. useng/iStock via Getty Images Plus People tend to think more highly of companies that give to charity on a monthly…
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Farming subsidies in Zimbabwe do help spread crop risk, but impact on income is limited – research
In rural development, the conventional wisdom has for decades been simple: households are better off when they have more than one way of making a living. Diversify, spread your risk,…
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Getting a big head start on holiday shopping can benefit retailers and consumers alike
Does it make sense to wait until late December to wrap up, like these California shoppers did in 2023? Mel Melcon/Los Angeles Times via Getty Images Amazon, Costco, Target, Walmart…
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China imports millions of donkey hides from Africa every year: new book traces the drivers and impact
The demand for donkey hides has grown exponentially over the past 15 years, driven mainly by demand from China. Lauren Johnston is a specialist on China trade with Africa. She…
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Calib Cassim retires as Eskom Group Chief Financial Officer
Saturday, 31 October 2026: Eskom confirms that Calib Cassim will retire as Group Chief Financial Officer (GCFO) today, 31 October 2026, as announced on SENS on 1 October 2025, concluding 24 years…
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