Tunisia reports highest COVID death toll since start of pandemic | Coronavirus pandemic News
Authorities record 205 new deaths as hospitals struggle with lack of oxygen supplies and vaccinations remain low. Tunisia has registered…
US sanctions Chinese officials over Hong Kong democracy crackdown | Freedom of the Press News
The United States has imposed sanctions on seven Chinese officials over Beijing’s crackdown on democracy in Hong Kong. This is…
75 children killed, 1,000 detained since Myanmar coup: UN experts | Coronavirus pandemic News
Dozens of children have been killed and hundreds arbitrarily detained in Myanmar since a coup more than five months ago,…
Celebrating the history and growing influence of African comics
In France, two major African cultural events – ‘Africa 2020’ and ‘BD 20-21, Year of the Comic Strip’ – were…
US judge: DACA programme for ‘Dreamer’ migrants is illegal | Migration News
The ruling blocks new applicants, saying the programme was created illegally by former President Obama. A US federal judge in…
Chari, a new start-up that relies on tradition
In 18 months, Moroccan start-up Chari has succeeded in making its mark on the logistics and distribution landscape. The firm…
Scientists round on UK over plan to end COVID curbs | Coronavirus pandemic News
‘I believe that the strategy of herd immunity is actually murderous,’ US scientist William Haseltine said, as the UK prepares…
Should Ghana and Senegal be helping minimise Switzerland’s climate guilt?
By Damien Glez A French/Burkinabé artist and editorialist. Even though it is depicted as the land with its over-oxygenated mountains…
How has IPOB gained ground where others failed?
He was first arrested back in October 2015 for treasonable felony as well as disturbing the peace and violations of…
Origin of the Species
A creative exploration of android development and the complicated world of human-machine relationships. Source link
Why African passports are more expensive, but less powerful?
No less than 110,000 CFA francs (about $194). This is how much Cameroonians have to pay for their passport as…
Why are China’s billionaires suddenly feeling so generous? | Business and Economy News
Shenzhen, China – China’s billionaires are becoming terribly generous of late. In recent months, Wang Xing, the chairman and founder…
After Abiy’s election win, the war in Tigray resumes
This week, Amhara’s regional government announced deployment of special forces to areas bordering Tigray and accused the Tigray People’s Liberation…
‘I was just doing my thing in the studio, vibing, happy’
When we get on our call, he explains that he’s actually in Paris and the clip was recorded while he…
Tea promotion strategy needed as prices languish
Prices at the Mombasa tea auction have averaged around $1.80 this year, consistently below the critical $2 mark, and in…
Biden, Merkel united against Russia, disagreements remain | Angela Merkel News
In Merkel’s final visit to White House as chancellor, the leaders pledge partnership, disagree on Nord Stream pipeline. United States…
Philippines confirms first cases of Delta variant | Coronavirus pandemic News
Discovery of more transmissible COVID-19 variant comes amid strain’s rapid spread elsewhere in Southeast Asia. The Philippines has confirmed its…
Egypt: Abbas Kamel is more than a spy chief, he’s central to al-Sisi’s inner circle
Supporting the decisions of Egyptian President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi is a network of close advisors and loyal persons; in particular…
Why is South Korea developing an Israeli-style Iron Dome? | News
Seoul, South Korea – South Korea is developing a new artillery and short-range rocket defence system modelled after Israel’s Iron…
Big task lies ahead to reform the economy – presidential adviser Makhaya
A mammoth task lies ahead for President Cyril Ramaphosa’s administration to reform South Africa’s economy. Progress has been made, but…