Journalists Arrested and Tear Gas Used as Protests Against Censorship Erupt in Guinea
In a disturbing turn of events, Guinean security forces apprehended a minimum of 12 journalists on Monday during a demonstration against censorship. Tear gas was deployed to disperse the protest, as confirmed by organisers and local media sources. The Private Press Union of Guinea (SPPG) had organised a march in the capital city of Conakry, […]
Jamaica Considers Tough Sanctions for Death Threats as Domestic Disputes Turn Deadly
In a bid to combat the rising number of deadly incidents resulting from domestic disputes, Jamaican Prime Minister Andrew Holness announced that his administration is contemplating the introduction of legislation to impose severe sanctions on individuals who threaten others with death. Speaking at a meeting with Jamaica Labour Party supporters in Clarendon, Mr. Holness expressed […]
Jamaica and European Union Launch “Digital Jamaica” Program to Accelerate Digital Transformation
On October 10, the Government of Jamaica, in collaboration with the European Union (EU), unveiled the Digital Jamaica program, a €9.5 million initiative aimed at expanding access to and utilisation of information and communications technologies (ICT) to facilitate the country’s transition to a digital economy and society. Implemented by the Office of the Prime Minister […]
Malawi Government Launches Program to Provide Free Internet Access in Public Facilities
In an effort to address the issue of limited internet access despite affordable data plans, the Malawian government has initiated a program to offer free internet access in all public facilities. This move aims to alleviate the challenges faced by students in schools and healthcare professionals in public health facilities, among others. Previously, the lack […]
Ghana and South Africa Announce Visa-Free Travel for Ordinary Passport Holders
In a significant development, the governments of Ghana and South Africa have reached an agreement to implement a visa waiver regime for holders of ordinary passports. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Regional Integration in Ghana made this announcement in a statement released on Friday. According to the statement, the visa waiver agreement between the […]
Combatting Diphtheria in Nigeria: A Call for Vaccination and Vigilance
In December 2022, Nigeria found itself grappling with a harrowing diphtheria outbreak, a contagious disease primarily affecting the nose, throat, and skin, which had already claimed the lives of more than 600 individuals, primarily children. This grim statistic surpasses the 2011 outbreak, which saw a mere 98 reported cases, casting a shadow of concern across […]
Microsoft and Flutterwave Partner to Drive Payment Innovation and Empower African Businesses
Microsoft and Flutterwave, a leading payments technology company, have joined forces in a five-year strategic technology partnership aimed at revolutionizing payment innovation in Africa. The collaboration will see Flutterwave build its next-generation platform on Microsoft Azure, with the goal of accelerating the growth of small businesses across the continent and promoting financial inclusion. This partnership […]
South Africa’s Electricity Woes Drive UK Investment in Renewable Energy
In a surprising twist, South Africa’s unreliable electricity supply is attracting significant foreign investment in renewable energy, with the United Kingdom emerging as the leading foreign investor in the sector. The UK’s trade envoy for South Africa and Mauritius, Andrew Selous, recently highlighted the country’s commitment to renewable energy in an interview in Cape Town. […]
King Charles III to Address Colonial Past and Strengthen Ties During Landmark Visit to Kenya
In a historic move to foster reconciliation and strengthen diplomatic ties, Britain’s King Charles III is set to embark on a significant visit to Kenya, where he will meet with Kenyan President William Ruto in Nairobi in the coming weeks. Buckingham Palace announced on Wednesday that during the four-day visit, from October 31 to November […]
Stem Cell Awareness Day: Young Black and Asian Men Urge To Register as Stem Cell Donors.
NHS Blood and Transplant is urging young Black African, Black Caribbean, and Asian men to register as lifesaving stem cell donors. Blood stem cell transplants are used to treat blood cancers and we simply don’t have enough young black or Asian men on the registry. Only 37% of transplant recipients from minority ethnic backgrounds receive […]