South Africa: South African Airways says it could cut more than 900 jobs as it tries to restructure to stem severe financial losses. The state-owned airline has not made a profit since 2011.

Zimbabwe: Local money is being reintroduced after it was rendered worthless by decades of economic mismanagement under former president Robert Mugabe. The action, which was announced last month, seeks to ease the country's cash shortage.

Sudan: Sudan needs up to $5 billion in aid to avert economic collapse and launch spending reforms after the ouster of veteran ruler Omar al-Bashir, its finance minister said.

Egypt: A group of Egyptian college students developed an exo-suit that can help carry up to 90 kilograms with the aim of preventing injuries caused by lifting heavy objects in factories and workshops.

Kenya: The number of women and girls embracing modern contraception has increased by tens of millions, with Africa recording the biggest gains, the organization Family Planning 2020 says at a conference in Nairobi.

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