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Voice of America (VOA) is the largest U.S. international broadcaster, providing news and information in more than 40 languages to an estimated weekly audience of 236.8 million people. VOA produces content for digital, television, and radio platforms. It is easily accessed via your mobile phone and on social media. It is also distributed by satellite, cable, FM and MW, and is carried on a network of approximately 3,000 affiliate stations.
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Climate Change Is Making Somalia's Crops Toxic
The most dangerous mycotoxin was over 400 times higher than the level permitted by the EU. Leer más
The Gambia Sues Myanmar for Genocide Against Rohingya Muslims
The UN has called the atrocities "a textbook case" of ethnic cleansing. Leer más
Ghanaian Victims Are Being Urged to Speak Out After Sex-for-Grades Investigation
A BBC documentary exposed lecturers who prey on female students. Leer más
Fear in Uganda’s Gay Community after Death Penalty Threat and Arrests
Homosexuality is illegal in Uganda, and punishable with up to life in prison. Leer más
Ebola Monitoring Suspended in South Sudan After 3 Aid Workers Were Killed
A total of 115 aid workers have been killed in South Sudan since December 2013. Leer más
Malawi Police Officers Under Investigation for Sexually Harassing Female Protesters
Rights campaigners say they have evidence of sexual harassment, rape, and torture. Leer más
Kenya Kicks Off Mass HPV Vaccination Drive to Protect Girls Against Cervical Cancer
The East Africa region has the highest rate of cervical cancer in the world. Leer más
South Africa Deploys Envoys Across Africa in Wake of Deadly Xenophobic Attacks
South African diplomats are visiting seven countries, after attacks that left hundreds displaced. Leer más
Kenya Is the Third African Country to Roll Out New Malaria Vaccine
The vaccine will be administered in four doses to children between 6 months and 2 years old. Leer más
Nigerian Recyclers Reduce Plastic Waste by Exchanging Trash for Cash
Nigeria is one of the biggest contributors of solid waste in Africa. Leer más