The Angolan Authorities have banned the importation of Irish Pork following the recent revelation by the Irish government of possible contamination of Irish pork and pork products with the chemical dioxin. 
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Many Ethiopians are at risk as a severe hunger crisis hits the southern part of the country as a result of a drought brought about by late rains and high food prices currently engulfing the world. 
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The World Health Organisation (WHO) admits that its global strategy to drive down the threat of an Aids pandemic may have been misdirected.
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Scientists at the University of Alabama, Birmingham make important breakthrough in sickle cell research using stem cells. 
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The Nigerian government is to take on ‘Big Tobacco’ in a landmark N5.3 trillion Naira ( US$43 Billion ) lawsuit over allegations the companies targeted minors. 
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South Africa moves closer to implementing some of the world's toughest anti-tobacco laws. 
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World Health Organisation (WHO) declares Cameroon and Sierra Leone Guinea Worm free. 
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Togo has banned the importation of Ghanaian chickens over bird flu fears. 
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Challenges in Nigeria, India, Pakistan and Afghanistan hamper efforts for the global eradication of polio. 
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US giant expands its philanthropic initiative as with a $20 million donation to provide medical and infrastructure equipment across Africa. 
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