Rhinos in danger are coming back to the highlands of central Kenya.
LOISABA CONSERVANCY, Kenya — Kenyan conservationists are rejoicing as rhinoceroses were reintroduced to a grassy plateau that has been without them for many years. Kenya’s recent relocation of 21 eastern black rhinos to a new habitat has the potential to…
The economic struggles of Algeria are highlighted by its illegal market for exchanging foreign currency.
ALGIERS, Algeria — Currency traders in Algiers’ central square are carrying bundles of euros, pounds, and dollars, eager to trade with those concerned about the declining value of the Algerian dinar. The existence of a black market for foreign currencies…
The current global system is not meeting the needs of millions, according to the UN Secretary-General.
At the Munich Security Conference on Friday, the U.N. secretary-general stated that the current state of the world is ineffective and resulting in millions of regular individuals suffering greatly. At the meeting on pressing global security challenges, Antonio Guterres expressed…
Health organizations are urging for increased efforts to eradicate cervical cancer.
GENEVA — Health organizations are calling on governments and civil society to increase efforts in eradicating cervical cancer, a disease that is preventable through vaccination and claims the life of a woman every two minutes, primarily in countries with low…
The ongoing deadlock in Libya poses a threat to the country’s future, according to the Security Council.
Abdoulaye Bathily urged ambassadors in the Security Council to prioritize the greater good, engage in sincere negotiations, and come to a consensus on a united government. It is crucial to also guarantee that national elections take place in order to…
A production unit in Kenya is manufacturing affordable laboratory equipment for schools in the country.
A government organization in Kenya is aiding students from low-income households in utilizing science labs for their classes. The manufacturer has created solar-powered mobile labs that are more affordable than constructing permanent structures. Reporting from Nairobi is Victoria Amunga, with…
Intense conflict in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo leads to widespread displacement.
According to UNHCR, approximately 135,000 individuals from the town of Sake, located on the northern shores of Lake Kivu, have been forced to flee due to recent conflict in the region. These displaced individuals are currently making their way towards…
A newly established company in Silicon Valley has made a significant discovery of extensive reserves of copper.
A technology company in California, supported by wealthy individuals in the tech industry, claims to have utilized artificial intelligence to identify significant copper reserves in Zambia. This finding is particularly significant as the demand for this metal is on the…
Zimbabwe is making an effort to introduce a currency backed by gold.
Harare, Zimbabwe — On Monday, the government of Zimbabwe announced that it will be implementing a currency backed by gold to take the place of their currently devalued dollar. This decision comes as many businesses in the country have opted…
Narratives from the United Nations Records: Boris Karloff, Hansen’s disease, and the nation of Nigeria.
Public Domain Actor Boris Karloff. Known for his performance in the movie version of Mary Shelley’s novel from 1818, Mr. Karloff also appeared in 130 films, portraying what he referred to as numerous “terrifying characters.” In 1959, Mr. Karloff left…