Africa

Global malaria deaths rose to an estimated 610,000 in 2024, with the World Health Organization (WHO) warning that Africa continues to carry a disproportionately high share of the global malaria burden.

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian welcomed new Ghanaian Ambassador McArios Akanbeanab Akanbong, emphasizing his administration's priority to enhance economic relations with other nations.

Iran has reported a significant rise in exports to Africa amid efforts by the country to diversify its export markets and to reduce its dependence on direct oil exports.

An official in Trade Promotion Organization of Iran said that the Islamic Republic's exports to Africa mounted by 85% in the three months ending on June 21.