The first major wheat harvest has taken place in Malawi.
Blantyre, Malawi — After numerous attempts, Malawi has finally achieved a successful large-scale wheat harvest using a variety of grain that is well-suited for its soil. This is seen as a potential solution to counter the effects of the Russia-Ukraine…
Nigeria has introduced a new game to enhance awareness about the environment.
Rewording: Nigeria is intensifying its efforts to educate the public about the environment as floods and soil erosion continue to rise due to the effects of climate change. The newest initiative for education is a card game called PLAN (Play,…
in History Nigeria is facing challenges in controlling the most severe diphtheria epidemic recorded in its history.
Kano, Nigeria — In Kano, northern Nigeria, a clinic is treating many patients affected by a severe diphtheria outbreak. Among them is a 10-year-old girl who is being cared for by three nurses. Sadly, the outbreak has already claimed the…
The government has been urged to provide assistance for the secure removal of the United Nations Mission from Mali.
According to a statement released on Sunday, the United Nations emphasizes that the Malian Transitional Government is responsible for ensuring the safety and security of peacekeepers. The UN also urges the government to provide necessary assistance in order to facilitate…
Kenyan producers lament the large quantities of goods being imported from China.
According to Kenya’s bureau of statistics, China continues to be the main contributor of imports, making up more than 20% of the total. Local manufacturers express concern that these imports from China are negatively impacting their profits. Juma Majanga reports…
Somalia: Insecurity worsens, civilians pay the price
At a briefing for ambassadors in New York, Catriona Laing, the UN Special Representative for Somalia, characterized the nation as being at a pivotal point. In 2017, there was a significant rise in civilian deaths, which continued last year. Regrettably,…
Brief Global News: Warning for Sandstorm, Albinism and the Impact of Climate Change, Peru’s Human Rights Concerns.
The latest report from the United Nations World Meteorological Organization (WMO) stated that approximately 2,000 million tonnes of dust are released into the atmosphere each year. This results in darkened skies and reduced air quality in areas located thousands of…
Economists predict that Nigeria’s inflation will continue if the exchange rate is not stabilized.
Abuja, Nigeria — According to the national statistics bureau, the inflation rate in Nigeria has reached 26.72%, the highest it has been in 20 years. This has caused significant economic struggles for millions of people in Africa’s largest country, which…
Brief Global Headlines: Lack of Funding for Survivors of Afghan Earthquake, Warning of Child Fatalities in Sudan, Diphtheria Epidemic in Guinea.
The UN World Food Programme (WFP) is urging for $19 million to be raised in order to offer immediate food support to those facing extreme hardship in the western region of Herat province. The deputy director of WFP in Afghanistan,…
The Gabonese government is warning that individuals could face arrest for collecting funds without completing the required work.
YAOUNDE, CAMEROON — The military leaders of Gabon have issued a warning on Tuesday that they will detain the leaders of companies who have received payment for work that was not completed. The military-appointed prime minister of Gabon, Raymond Ndong…