The President of Malawi has halted overseas travels for government officials due to the devaluation of the currency.
BLANTYRE, MALAWI — The President of Malawi, Lazarus Chakwera, has halted all international travels for himself and government officials in order to implement budget cuts and lessen the effects of the recent 44% depreciation of the local currency on the…
Analysts from Nigeria are doubtful about the recent oil refinery agreements made with Saudi Arabia.
Abuja, Nigeria — Nigerian professionals are optimistic that the recent agreements made with Saudi Arabia will enhance domestic oil production and contribute to economic growth. The agreements involve a commitment from Saudi authorities to repair Nigeria’s four non-functional oil refineries,…
The United Nations’ leading female law enforcement officer is described as a youthful catalyst for transformation.
During a ceremony at the UN Headquarters in New York, First Sergeant Renita Rismayanti was honored with the highly esteemed Woman Police Officer of the Year Award. She is the youngest person to ever receive the Award at the age…
The country of Sudan is caught in a cycle of violence that shows no signs of stopping, prompting the capital city of Khartoum to demand for the UN mission to be ended immediately.
The military government of Sudan stated in a letter to the leader of the UN and shared with the Council – which assigns mandates to each UN mission for peacekeeping or political purposes – that while requesting a withdrawal, they…
Experts say that lifestyle changes are causing an increase in rheumatological diseases in Africa.
In the past, rheumatology diseases were thought to be uncommon in Africa. However, there has been an increase in the number of cases, indicating a change. Health professionals believe this is due to the changing lifestyles in the continent. Juma…
A program aimed at training young Africans hopes to tackle climate issues.
A group of 50 talented individuals from 19 different African nations recently participated in a 21-day program in Accra, Ghana to enhance their leadership and professional skills. This program, known as the Young African Leaders Initiative (YALI), is funded by…
The rise in civilian casualties in Ukraine and Myanmar is being fueled by an increase in the usage of land mines.
GENEVA — A recent report by a land-mine monitor revealed that the deployment of anti-personnel land mines in Ukraine and Myanmar by Russia and Myanmar, respectively, resulted in a significant increase in civilian casualties in these countries. According to a…
Humanitarian efforts intensify in addressing the severe cholera epidemic in Sudan.
International organizations and collaborators are increasing their efforts to address the epidemic, which was initially reported in Gedaref state in the eastern region on September 26th. There have been at least 2,525 possible instances of acute watery diarrhea/cholera, with 78…
According to internal records, the World Health Organization compensated sexual abuse victims in Congo with $250 each.
LONDON — In the beginning of this year, the leader of the World Health Organization’s efforts to prevent sexual abuse went to Congo to deal with the largest recorded sexual scandal in the history of the U.N. health agency. This…
A peacekeeper from Indonesia has been awarded the UN Woman Police Officer of the Year.
On Wednesday, she will be honored at a special ceremony held at the UN Headquarters in New York. It will be showcased at the yearly United Nations Police Week, occurring from November 13th to 17th. Sergeant Rismayanti is the Crime…