As the world marks World Brain Day on July 22, the focus is on dementia, a condition affecting millions globally and rapidly increasing in Africa. Joining us today is Dr. James Butler, Executive Board Member of the Neurological Association of South Africa, to discuss how more than 40% of dementia cases could be prevented, the early warning signs to watch for, and what we can all do to protect our brain health throughout life.

As the world marks World Brain Day on July 22, the focus is on dementia, a condition affecting millions globally and rapidly increasing in Africa. Joining us today is Dr. James Butler, Executive Board Member of the Neurological Association of South Africa, to discuss how more than 40% of dementia cases could be prevented, the early warning signs to watch for, and what we can all do to protect our brain health throughout life.

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The world marks World Brain Day on July 22 with a focus on dementia

South Africa and Uganda are seeking to strengthen cooperation in trade, investment, mining and health. This follows the third session of the two countries' Joint Commission for Cooperation, held in Pretoria on Tuesday. The meeting, co-chaired by South Africa's International Relations Minister Ronald Lamola and Uganda's Adonia Ayebare, highlighted investment opportunities for South African businesses in Uganda's growing economy. Channel Africa's Michael Mbewe 

South Africa and Uganda are seeking to strengthen cooperation in trade, investment, mining and health. This follows the third session of the two countries' Joint Commission for Cooperation, held in Pretoria on Tuesday. The meeting, co-chaired by South Africa's International Relations Minister Ronald Lamola and Uganda's Adonia Ayebare, highlighted investment opportunities for South African businesses in Uganda's growing economy. Channel Africa's Michael Mbewe&nbsp;

South Africa and Uganda seek stronger cooperation in trade, investment, mining and health sectors

Countries across Africa are being urged to speed up efforts to phase out mercury-containing dental fillings because of the risks they pose to human health and the environment. The move follows an international commitment to phase out dental amalgam by 2034, under the Minamata Convention on Mercury. Health and environment experts have been meeting in Senegal to discuss safer alternatives, training for dental professionals and the safe disposal of mercury-containing waste. To discuss what this means for African countries, we spoke to Dr Yuka Makino, Technical Officer for Oral Health at the World Health Organization's Regional Office for Africa.  

Countries across Africa are being urged to speed up efforts to phase out mercury-containing dental fillings because of the risks they pose to human health and the environment. The move follows an international commitment to phase out dental amalgam by 2034, under the Minamata Convention on Mercury. Health and environment experts have been meeting in Senegal to discuss safer alternatives, training for dental professionals and the safe disposal of mercury-containing waste. To discuss what this means for African countries, we spoke to Dr Yuka Makino, Technical Officer for Oral Health at the World Health Organization's Regional Office for Africa.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Africa urged to phase out mercury dental fillings by 2034 amid health and environmental concerns

Time now for our daily Africa RoundUP. Each morning, just after six o'clock news, we bring you a concise update on the key developments shaping the world over the past 24 hours, With insights from our team of journalists, analysts, and newsmakers, we place the day's biggest stories into context -helping you stay informed, connected, and prepared for the day ahead.

Time now for our daily Africa RoundUP. Each morning, just after six o'clock news, we bring you a concise update on the key developments shaping the world over the past 24 hours, With insights from our team of journalists, analysts, and newsmakers, we place the day's biggest stories into context -helping you stay informed, connected, and prepared for the day ahead.

The world marks World Brain Day on July 22 with a focus on dementia

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