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000 AXNT20 KNHC 110441 TWDAT Tropical Weather Discussion NWS National Hurricane Center Miami FL 0615 UTC Fri Sep 11 2026 Tropical Weather Discussion for North America, Central America Gulf of America, Caribbean Sea, northern sections of South America, and Atlantic Ocean to the African coast from the Equator to 31N. The following information is based on satellite imagery, weather observations, radar and meteorological analysis.
000 AXNT20 KNHC 102248 TWDAT Tropical Weather Discussion NWS National Hurricane Center Miami FL 0015 UTC Fri Sep 11 2026 Tropical Weather Discussion for North America, Central America Gulf of America, Caribbean Sea, northern sections of South America, and Atlantic Ocean to the African coast from the Equator to 31N. The following information is based on satellite imagery, weather observations, radar and meteorological analysis.
000 AXNT20 KNHC 270601 TWDAT Tropical Weather Discussion NWS National Hurricane Center Miami FL 0615 UTC Sat Jun 27 2026 Tropical Weather Discussion for North America, Central America Gulf of America, Caribbean Sea, northern sections of South America, and Atlantic Ocean to the African coast from the Equator to 31N. The following information is based on satellite imagery, weather observations, radar and meteorological analysis.
000 AXNT20 KNHC 211813 TWDAT Tropical Weather Discussion NWS National Hurricane Center Miami FL 1815 UTC Tue Apr 21 2026 Tropical Weather Discussion for North America, Central America Gulf of America, Caribbean Sea, northern sections of South America, and Atlantic Ocean to the African coast from the Equator to 31N. The following information is based on satellite imagery, weather observations, radar and meteorological analysis.
Guinea Bissau, parla l'attivista arrestata: "Ora libera, ma incubo non è finito"
(Adnkronos) – "Sono molto stanca, ma finalmente libera dopo dieci giorni e dieci notti che sono sembrati dieci mesi'' in un carcere in Guinea-Bissau. Libera, ma ''non so ancora a quali condizioni'', dice all'Adnkronos Valentina Cirelli, l'attivista e imprenditrice italiana arrestata il 19 aprile scorso, spiegando che nel Paese è in corso ''lo sciopero dei giudici, che durerà una o due settimane'' e almeno fino ad allora non conoscerà le condizioni del suo rilascio.
MTN - MTN GROUP LIMITED - Audited annual financial results for the period ended 31 December 2024 - 17/03/2025
Audited annual financial results for the period ended 31 December 2024 MTN Group Limited (Incorporated in the Republic of South Africa) (Registration number 1994/009584/06) (Share code MTN) (ISIN: ZAE000042164) (MTN Group or MTN or the Company or the Group) Audited annual financial results for the period ended 31 December 2024, change in the board of directors and dividend declaration MTN is a pan-African mobile operator with the strategic intent of 'Leading digital solutions for Africa's...
Guinea-Bissau leader seeks second term amid growing crisis
President Umaro Sissoco Embaló has officially declared his candidacy for a second term, a move that further plunges Guinea-Bissau into turmoil following the expulsion of the ECOWAS mission. All this comes amid opposition claims that his presidential mandate has already expired. Embaló announced his intention to run in the November 30 presidential election upon returning on Monday from trips to Russia, Azerbaijan, and France.
Guinea-Bissau: Morocco funds hemodialysis center
Morocco confirms its role as a privileged partner in Africa, working for a future where solidarity and common development take precedence over challenges and obstacles. A decisive step has just been taken in the field of health in Guinea-Bissau where President Umaro Sissoco Embaló, inaugurated the country’s very first hemodialysis center, located within the Simão Mendes National Hospital.
Guinea-Bissau court imposes severe sentences on drug traffickers
The court’s decision, handed down on January 6th, 2025, also includes the confiscation of the convicts’ assets. This significant operation, conducted by the Judicial Police with the support of international partners such as the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA), Maritime Analysis and Operations Centre (MAOC), and INTERPOL, underscores the country’s commitment to combating drug trafficking.
The Global Legislative Database
The tool is only updated as of October, 2024 which means some legal matters may have changed in certain countries in the meanwhile. The Global Fishing Legislative Database provides access to national fishing laws for coastal countries worldwide. This searchable database links to original legal texts and contains translated passages, offering clarity on regulations governing activities in different waters.
Cocaine-carrying cargo ship from Bissau seized in Spain
On September 7, more than 2,600 kg of cocaine were seized at Bissau airport. On October 4, 2024, a cargo ship carrying 3,281 kg of cocaine was intercepted by Spanish authorities off the Canary Islands, the Guinea-Bissau judicial police reported on Thursday, October 10. The ship, named RAS and flying the Tanzanian flag, had left Guinea-Bissau. Ten crew members were arrested.
Guinea's dental school receives boost from Mercy Ships partnership
Dr. Ugai emphasizes that access to dental care is essential healthcare, not a luxury. Lack of access leads to serious health problems, particularly for children. In Guinea, 40% of children aged 1-9 have untreated cavities. The World Health Organization (WHO) reports a severe shortage of dental professionals in Africa – just 3.3 dentists per 100,000 people. This low ratio, coupled with limited access to proper training, leaves vast populations without basic dental care.
Guinea-Bissau incinerates 2.6 tons of cocaine
The incineration took place on Thursday, September 19, 2024, in a public event attended by law enforcement officials, international organizations, and civil society representatives. The Director General of the Judicial Police, Domingos Correia Monteiro, emphasized the transparency of the process and the involvement of international experts from Interpol, the DEA, and the UNODC.
G/Bissau’s Pereira meets Braima Camara ahead of legislative elections
The two politicians are recognized as key opponents to the regime of Umaro Sissoco Embaló. The meeting took place amid discussions among Pereira, Camara, and Nuno Nabiam regarding strategies to confront Embaló’s administration. Following the meeting, Pereira clarified that while there had been speculation concerning a potential alliance with Madem G-15, the topic was not addressed during their discussions.
Back in Bissau, PAIGC chairman calls for unity and responsibility
Pereira, who previously served as the President of the National Assembly before its dissolution by Umaro Sissoco Embaló in December 2023, addressed a political gathering on Monday, emphasizing the need for solidarity, responsibility, and cohesion among party members. His return comes at a critical time as Guinea Bissau prepares for the upcoming legislative elections amid a politically tense atmosphere.
G/Bissau leader makes re-election bid U-turn after 'rethink'
Guinea-Bissau’s Umaro Sissoco Embalo has made a dramatic U-turn days after announcing he would not be running for a second term as the country’s president. 51-year-old Embalo who served as prime minister betwee 2016 and 2018 said after a rethink, he would make himself ”available to continue as president based on the will of Bissau-guineans”. He was elected president in 2020.
Guinea-Bissau leader denies role in drug trafficking
In a vehement denial, Umaro Sissoco Embalo reaffirmed his determination to fight drug trafficking and denounced accusations that he believes are politically motivated by his detractors. Guinea-Bissau, a small West African country, has once again found itself in the crosshairs of a drug trafficking controversy. While the country has been trying for years to shake off its image as a “narco-state,” a recent cocaine seizure has reignited political tensions.
Guinea-Bissau endorses int'l weapons control scheme
Guinea-Bissau has conveyed to Morocco its endorsement of the Proliferation Security Initiative, a scheme for the supervision and control of weapons of mass destruction globally. This follows its attendance at the PSI African Political Meeting and Outreach Event, co-hosted by Morocco and the United States on January 31-February 2, 2024, in Marrakesh, Morocco.
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000 AXNT20 KNHC 190556 TWDAT Tropical Weather Discussion NWS National Hurricane Center Miami FL 0605 UTC Fri Apr 19 2024 Tropical Weather Discussion for North America, Central America Gulf of Mexico, Caribbean Sea, northern sections of South America, and Atlantic Ocean to the African coast from the Equator to 31N. The following information is based on satellite imagery, weather observations, radar and meteorological analysis.
Five talking points from Africa Cup of Nations qualifying
While only Egypt, with a record seven titles, have been more successful in the continental showpiece, Cameroon must win at home against Burundi to be certain of qualifying. A draw would leave Cameroon, Burundi and Namibia level on points and goal difference in Group C and tie-breakers would come into play to decide which two countries go to the Ivory Coast.
Salah helps Egypt beat Guinea, Cup of Nations place secured
Serhou Guirassy put Guinea ahead on 26 minutes in the central Moroccan city of Marrakech and substitute Mahmoud Trezeguet levelled three minutes before half-time off a Salah pass. Former Aston Villa forward Trezeguet turned creator after 79 minutes with a cross that Mostafa Mohamed slammed past goalkeeper Ibrahima Kone in the Group D matchday five showdown.
Guinea-Bissau upset Nigeria in Cup of Nations qualifier
Mama Balde, who plays for French top-tier club Troyes, scored on 30 minutes in Abuja to take the Djurtus (Wild Dogs) to the top of Group A. Guinea-Bissau, ranked a lowly 113 in the FIFA world rankings, have seven points, Nigeria six, Sierra Leone two and Sao Tome e Principe one, halfway through the six-round mini-league. The top two finishers progress to the finals.
Guinea Bissau: Guinea-Bissau and WFP Renew Partnership to Achieve Zero Hunger and Progress Towards the Sustainable Development Goals
The Government of Guinea-Bissau and the United Nations World Food Programme (WFP) have launched a new five-year Country Strategic Plan to achieve food security and improved nutrition. WFP's new Strategic Plan focuses on helping rural communities to build resilience to climate change and strengthen livelihoods, while supporting the government's effort to establish the building blocks of a social protection system that is inclusive, nutrition-sensitive, and climate shocks-responsive.
Catholic bishop bans priests from conducting crusades
By Alex Enebli The Catholic Bishop of Enugu Diocese, His Lordship, Callistus Onaga on Saturday banned priests from conducting crusades in their parishes. Bishop Onaga announced the ban in his homily at the ordination of 26 priests and the celebration of 50 years anniversary of the Sacred Heart Seminary, Nsude (Junior Seminary) in Enugu. He charged the priests to organise retreats for their parishioners and pay greater attention to prayers and not hold crusades.
Guinea Bissau is Rising, By Jibrin Baba Ndace
Africa hosts 25% of the natural global biodiversity, and 30% of the world’s mineral resources, it has a strong resource potential. Guinea-Bissau is a country with a privileged geographical location and the highest proportion of natural wealth per capita in West Africa, including land, fisheries, and forest. Beyond West Africa Guinea Bissau enjoys trade agreements and preferential trade status with several large economies including the EU, China and the US.
Xpert MTB/RIF is cost-effective, but less so than expected
In this issue of The Lancet Global Health, Anil Pooran and colleagues 1 Pooran A Theron G Zijenah L et al. Point of care Xpert MTB/RIF versus smear microscopy for tuberculosis diagnosis in southern African primary care clinics: a multicentre economic evaluation. Lancet Glob Health. 2019; 7: e798-e807 present a previously announced economic evaluation of the TB-NEAT trial in southern Africa.
Is it time to revise the notion that HIV-2 is benign?
HIV type 2 (HIV-2) qualifies as a neglected tropical disease by the standard definition of the concept—ie, a tropical infection that is especially common in low-income populations in developing countries. However, HIV-2 is not on the WHO portfolio of neglected tropical diseases, and it is commonly perceived as a rather benign cousin to the menace of HIV type 1 (HIV-1).
Assessing the Effectiveness of Monitoring Control and Surveillance of Illegal Fishing: The Case of West Africa
Introduction There is growing concern with regards to the health of global fish stocks and the repercussions of their depletion on food security and the economy of most vulnerable countries (FAO, 2016). West African countries rely heavily on fish as a one of the principal sources of protein, but also as a source of income and employment for nearly 7 million people (Belhabib et al., 2015c).
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