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Africa Weekly News Roundup: Economic Reforms, Climate Action, and Tech Funding

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This week in Africa, Nigeria's economic reforms are garnering international praise, while several nations are advancing their renewable energy projects. A new seed fund has been launched to support African tech startups, and drought relief efforts continue in East Africa.

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5 Questions Easy Ages 5+ May 18, 2026

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This study set covers Africa News through 5 practice questions. This week in Africa, Nigeria's economic reforms are garnering international praise, while several nations are advancing their renewable energy projects. A new seed fund has been launched to support African tech startups, and drought relief efforts continue in East Africa. Every question includes the correct answer so you can learn as you go — pick any format above to get started.

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1 Nigeria's sovereign credit rating has been upgraded by S&P Global Ratings. What is the new rating?
  • A B-
  • B B
  • C B+
  • D C
2 Which African country recently inaugurated Africa's largest hydroelectric dam, the Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam (GERD)?
  • A Kenya
  • B Sudan
  • C Ethiopia
  • D Nigeria
3 Digital Africa has launched a new seed fund. What is the total amount of this fund?
  • A €10 million
  • B €30 million
  • C €50 million
  • D €100 million
4 Several African countries are investing in renewable energy. Which country is expanding its Nambala Solar PV Plant with a US$246 million deal?
  • A South Africa
  • B Zambia
  • C Morocco
  • D Ghana
5 In which country have protests over fuel price hikes turned deadly this week, leading to reported casualties?
  • A Nigeria
  • B Kenya
  • C South Africa
  • D Ghana
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