South Africa’s justice minister denies corruption in bank scandal/in /by
Police investigations showed that money held by the bank was used to purchase luxury houses and vehicles, among other things, and to distribute financial gifts to various people and organizations, including political parties.
Africa faces unprecedented heat waves amid global record temperatures/in /by
With Africa experiencing some of the highest temperatures on the planet, heat-related deaths are on the rise. Many communities are struggling to adapt to extreme weather, particularly in regions where infrastructure and healthcare are inadequate.
Mpox outbreak in South Kivu, DRC: Overwhelmed health centers and urgent need for vaccines/in /by
This center has already recorded 800 Mpox cases, with 8 deaths, all children between the ages of 0 and 5, according to the medical director. On average, the facility receives 20 patients per day, but the space allocated for treatment is already full.
Kenya grapples with rising cases of gender-based violence/in /by
Kenya has been confronting a surge in gender-based violence in recent years, with several high-profile cases bringing the issue to the forefront. Among the latest tragedies is the death of Ugandan Olympic athlete Rebecca Cheptegei, who allegedly died after being burned by her partner.
WATCH: Typhoon Yagi hits Hong Kong as storm heads toward China/in /by
Typhoon Yagi passed south of Hong Kong, bringing heavy rain, strong winds and widespread disruptions.
Second phase of polio immunisation drive underway in Gaza/in /by
The United Nations said earlier this week that 189,000 youngsters have received the vaccination so far.
Blinken backs Haiti Anti-Gang Mission, Pushes for 2024 Elections amid funding concerns/in /by
The U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken landed in Haiti on Thursday to reinforce the U.S. government's dedication to a multinational effort aimed at combating gangs and advocating for overdue general elections.
Kenya School fire kills 17, Injures 13/in /by
The school, which has 824 students, is located in the country’s central highlands, 200 kilometers (125 miles) north of the capital, Nairobi, where wooden structures are common.
Glamour and style at ‘Fight Night: the million dollar heist’ New York debut/in /by
The premiere of “Fight Night: The Million Dollar Heist” in New York was filled with star power.
UN experts call for expanded arms embargo, impartial force in Sudan/in /by
“The people of Sudan have suffered greatly, and the violations against them must stop. This cannot be done without ending the fighting,”