African Union Commission Strengthens Collaboration with Panel of the Wise for Enhanced Peace and Security Addis Ababa, Ethiopia – In a significant move to bolster preventative diplomacy and address escalating security concerns across Africa, the Chairperson of the African Union Commission, H.E. Mahmoud Ali Youssouf, convened a crucial meeting with members of the AU Panel … Read more
Uganda Solidifies Social Protection Rights with Landmark African Union Protocol Ratification KAMPALA, Uganda – Uganda has taken a significant step towards bolstering the social safety net for its citizens with the ratification of a new African Union protocol recognizing social protection and social security as fundamental, enforceable rights. The move, confirmed Friday, has been hailed … Read more
Opposition Accuses Boakai Administration of ‘State Terror’ During Monrovia Protest December 18, 2025 Monrovia – The Congress for Democratic Change (CDC), Liberia’s leading opposition party, has vehemently condemned the actions of Liberian security forces during a demonstration organized by the STAND organization on December 17, 2025, in Monrovia. The CDC alleges that the response by … Read more
Uganda’s Vanishing Forests: A Nation at a Critical Crossroads February 29, 2024 A stark warning echoes across Uganda as the nation confronts a dramatic loss of its vital forest cover. Over 1.2 million hectares of trees have disappeared between 2001 and 2024, pushing the country towards a potential ecological crisis. This rapid deforestation threatens not … Read more
Ghana Hosts Key Meeting to Advance Global Reparations Agenda Accra, Ghana – In a pivotal development for the international movement seeking redress for historical injustices, President John Dramani Mahama of Ghana convened a significant gathering of reparations advocates and experts from across the African diaspora. The meeting, held on December 19th, aimed to forge a … Read more
Lagos State Sees Significant Gains in Immunization Rates Through Digital Initiative February 29, 2024 Lagos State has achieved a notable increase in both routine and Human Papillomavirus (HPV) immunization coverage, driven by the innovative Nigeria Vaccination Coverage (VaxSocial) program. The digital initiative has successfully engaged a substantial number of caregivers, leading to a marked improvement … Read more
Canon Expands Coral Reef Restoration Initiative to East Africa, Bolstering Coastal Economies Nairobi, Kenya – In a significant move to address the escalating crisis facing coral reefs globally, Canon has broadened its coral conservation program to include East Africa. The technology company is partnering with Kenya’s Oceans Alive Foundation to implement reef restoration projects, recognizing … Read more
Just 1.3% of global tourism revenue was lost due to visa restrictions in 2023, representing a staggering $132 billion. This figure underscores a simple truth: easing travel barriers is paramount for growth. Now, China is taking decisive action, beginning with the special administrative region of Macau and the adjacent Hengqin New Area, by extending its … Read more
Land Dispute in Namanve Industrial Park Heads to Court: Kirumira, ICD, and CVIL Face Off February 29, 2024 A protracted legal battle over an 85-acre land parcel within the Namanve Industrial Park has officially entered the courtroom, with the High Court in Mukono initiating hearings. The dispute centers around ownership claims made by businessman Godfrey … Read more
Bali remains a popular destination for travellers, offering warm weather and affordable experiences, but tourists are often susceptible to traveller’s diarrhoea, commonly known as “Bali belly.” Approximately 1.5 million Australians visit the Indonesian island each year, and experiencing the illness is a common occurrence. What is Bali belly? Bali belly is not unique to Bali, … Read more