NYSOFA expands TCARE Initiative, provides crucial support for caregivers statewide
Albany, NY - November 28, 2023 -- In a significant stride toward enhancing caregiver support, the New York State Office...
Month: November 2023
Kenya speaker gives lawmakers a dressing down on attire
The speaker of Kenya's parliament has cracked down on what he described as inappropriate attire worn by MPs, even banning...
Kenyan parliament bans Kaunda suits
In a surprising move, the Kenyan parliament has officially outlawed the wear of the distinctive Kaunda suits inside its chambers,...
Mayor Eric Adams’ Community Op-Ed: Staying Safe for the Holidays
The upcoming holiday season is a festive time of year. It’s getting colder, so we try to stay warm, we...
Tragedy strikes South African platinum mine as 11 lives lost in lift accident
In a somber incident at a platinum mine in South Africa, eleven individuals lost their lives on Monday when a...
Kenyan High Court invalidates President Ruto’s payroll levy, dealing blow to fiscal plans
The Nairobi High Court in Kenya delivered a verdict on Tuesday deeming the payroll levy introduced by President William Ruto...
Niger’s junta repeals controversial migration law, adding to political tensions
In a move that deepens political strains between Niger and EU nations, the ruling junta in Niger has officially annulled...
South Africa’s biggest port in Durban faces ‘disastrous’ gridlock
More than 60,000 containers are stuck at sea waiting to be offloaded at South Africa's biggest port amid gridlock blamed...
The world powers and terrorism
By Akeem Alao The relationship between world powers and terrorism is complex and multifaceted. While it is essential to acknowledge...
North Korea defends satellite launch at UN amidst international controversy
In an unprecedented move, North Korea's ambassador, Kim Song, took center stage at the United Nations Security Council on Monday...
South Africa’s economic lifeline in peril as over 60,000 containers languish at sea amidst port chaos
In a dire turn of events, South Africa's largest port, Durban, is facing a crippling crisis with over 60,000 containers...
Elon Musk faces Israel’s call to tackle anti-semitism
In a high-profile meeting on Monday, Israel's President Isaac Herzog conveyed to tech mogul Elon Musk the urgent need for...
41 trapped workers rescued from collapsed Himalayan tunnel after 17-day operation
In a remarkable feat of determination and resilience, Indian rescuers are poised to free 41 men who have been trapped...
Sierra Leone’s capital tense amidst attacks as president announces arrests, imposes lockdown
In the aftermath of a weekend marked by audacious attacks on Sierra Leone's main military facilities and prisons, the capital,...
Controversy erupts as Malawi sends workers to Israel amid conflict
Malawi's President Lazarus Chakwera is facing backlash from opposition parties and human rights organizations for deploying 221 young Malawians to...
Kenya offers 11 state companies for sale
Kenya's finance ministry said on Monday it will offer stakes in 11 state-owned companies to raise funds for depleted government...
Sweden PM condemns far-right call to tear down mosques
Swedish Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson denounced the leader of the far-right party propping up his government Monday after he called...
Airstrikes by Nigerian Air Force eliminate Boko Haram Commander Abu Asad, top operatives in Mandara Mountains
In a significant blow to Boko Haram's operations, the Nigerian Air Force (NAF) reported a successful series of airstrikes conducted...
Seagulls honors departed employee with launch of Mohammad Arabiyat scholarship
In a poignant tribute to the late Mohammad Arabiyat, Seagulls, Jordan's pioneering Digital Out of Home networks, unveiled the Arabiyat...
Unprecedented Israeli airstrike unleashes 40,000 tons of explosives on Gaza
In a shocking turn of events, the Israeli Occupation Forces (IOF) reportedly dropped a staggering 40,000 tons of explosives on...
President Barrow initiates transformative educational, infrastructural developments
In a groundbreaking move, President Barrow spearheaded a series of transformative initiatives on Saturday, November 25, 2023, as part of...
South Africa withdraws 2027 Women’s World Cup bid
South Africa has officially withdrawn its bid to host the 2027 Women's World Cup, opting to focus on a more...
Senegalese rural women rally for climate justice ahead of COP28 summit
In Dakar, Senegalese rural women took to the streets on Saturday, rallying for climate justice and emphasizing the enduring impact...
Sierra Leone implements nationwide curfew following attack on military barracks
In a swift response to a brazen assault on the nation's primary military installation, President Julius Maada Bio of Sierra...
S.Leone imposes curfew after military armory attacked
A military armory in Sierra Leone's capital Freetown came under attack on Sunday, the government announced, as it imposed an...
Senegal boosts media landscape with record-breaking 1.9b CFA press support fund in 2024
In a groundbreaking move, Senegal's Minister of Communication, Telecommunications, and Digital Technology, Me Moussa Bocar Thiam, unveiled plans for an...
Gambian pride soars as President Barrow applauds Mayor Malick Lowe for winning international accolades
The Gambian President Adama Barrow, has praised the Mayor of Banju, Malick Lowe, for winning international accolades for the Gambia....
Zimbabwe: Deputy chief secretary’s daughter killed in road accident
In a heart-wrenching incident, Miss Kundayi Manungo, 33, the daughter of Mr. Willard Manungo, Deputy Chief Secretary in the Office...
Death toll from floods in Kenya rises again
In the latest update on the devastating floods in Kenya, the death toll has risen to at least 20, with...
Mixed reactions in Pretoria as Oscar Pistorius receives parole
Former Olympic runner Oscar Pistorius is set to be released from prison on January 5, following the parole board's decision...
Somalia joins East African States in milestone regional integration
Somalia has officially become the newest member of the Community of East African States (EAC), a regional organization fostering a...
Head of UNMISS urges urgent decisions for possible December 2024 elections
The Head of the UN Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS) emphasized that for the envisioned free, fair, and credible elections...
KAIPTC Ghana wraps up groundbreaking criminal justice executive course, empowering Gambian security forces
The Kofi Annan International Peacekeeping Training Center (KAIPTC) in Ghana marked a significant milestone as it successfully concluded a weeklong...
S. Africa’s Pistorius in fresh parole bid decade after murder
South African Paralympic champion Oscar Pistorius could be granted early release from prison on Friday, a decade after he killed...
Top producer Ivory Coast fears for cocoa output after rains
"Thirty years I've been in cocoa -- and this is the worst season yet," said Siaka Sylla as he contemplated...
Niger’s military ruler strengthens alliances on first foreign tour
Niger's military ruler, General Abdourahamane Tiani, embarked on his inaugural international tour, meeting with counterparts in Mali and Burkina Faso....
Presidential candidates challenge Electoral Commission as DRC election approaches
As the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) gears up for its presidential election on December 20, contenders such as Denis...
Ivory Coast ex-Prime Minister Guillaume Soro cleared for return, judicial fate awaits
Former Ivorian Prime Minister Guillaume Soro, in exile for four years, has been given the green light to return to...
Kenya announces privatization of 35 state companies amid economic challenges
President William Ruto revealed on Thursday that Kenya is set to privatize 35 state-owned companies and is contemplating opening up...
Nigeria: FG launches dry season farming initiative to tackle food inflation
In a decisive move to address the soaring rates of food inflation and respond to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu's call...
Navigating the storm: Understanding the far-reaching impact of economic hardship on human survival
Economic hardship significantly impacts human survival means, influencing various aspects of individuals' lives. One of the most direct effects of...
The Allegorical Notion: Devil Rules the World
The assertion that the devil rules the world is a deeply rooted, metaphorical concept that has found its place in...
The complex dynamics of proxy imprisonment in families, corporations, and nations
Proxy imprisonment, a term not commonly recognized, refers to a situation where individuals or entities indirectly bear the consequences of...
Mamelodi Sundowns Ladies return victorious, coach calls for professionalism
Pretoria-based Mamelodi Sundowns Ladies received a hero's welcome as they touched down in South Africa after clinching the CAF Women’s...
COSATU endorses parliament’s approval of two-pot retirement system bill
LThe Congress of South African Trade Unions (COSATU) has thrown its weight behind Parliament's decisive move to greenlight the two-pot...
Italy secures place in Euro 2024
Italy secured their place in Euro 2024 following a nail-biting 0-0 draw against Ukraine in the decisive Group C qualifier....
Pakistan cricket board unveils Umar Gul, Saeed Ajmal as new coaches
In the wake of World Cup disappointment, Pakistan cricket board redefines coaching staff with Umar Gul and Saeed Ajmal at...
Stampede kills 37 during Congo army recruitment drive
Thirty-seven people were trampled to death in a stadium in the Republic of Congo's capital Brazzaville, officials said Tuesday, in...
S.Africa’s Pistorius release might take time even if parole granted: lawyers
Former South African Paralympic champion Oscar Pistorius, who was convicted of murdering his girlfriend Reeva Steenkamp a decade ago, is...
Mayor Eric Adams’s Community Op-Ed: Saying “Yes” to New Zoning, New Businesses, and New Opportunities
Last month, New York City hit an economic milestone, with more total jobs than ever before in our city’s history....