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Africa Southern Africa World Zimbabwe 

Zimbabwe to criminalise foreign recruitment of health workers

Elwin Mandowa, , , , , , , ,
Zimbabwe has announced plans to pass a law that would criminalise the recruitment of health workers by other countries. The country wants to stop the brain drain in the health sector and believes this move could be a game changer. The Vice-President Constantino Chiwenga who is also the health minister, likened drain of health care professionals to human trafficking. More… Read More
Africa Featured World 

The Silent Gameplay of the Chemicals Lurking in and around You

Elwin Mandowa, , , , , , ,
What is the image that comes to your mind when you read the phrase “toxic substances?” The image of a thick cloud of industrial chemicals, or the poisoning of the sea and oceans from pesticides and other chemicals, right? As a matter of fact, a person will come across many toxic substances without even leaving their home. A chemical that… Read More
Africa Travel World 

Breaking Barriers: Tips and Tricks for Accessible Travel with a Wheelchair

Elwin Mandowa, , , , , ,
Traveling can be an exciting and enriching experience for anybody, but it can also be a daunting prospect if you are a wheelchair user. However, with the right mindset and some careful planning, you can enjoy all the benefits of travel while still making sure that your mobility needs are accommodated for. Keep reading for some handy tips and tricks… Read More
Africa World 

Concerns over vaccine-derived poliovirus detection in Burundi and Congo

Elwin Mandowa, , , , ,
There are concerns among public experts after health officials in Burundi and the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) detected cases of vaccine-derived poliovirus. The World Health Organization and Global Polio Eradication Initiative made the announcement during the week. The WHO said the Burundian government declared the detection of the virus a national public health emergency. Some cases were confirmed in… Read More
Africa World 

Investing in Sustainable Furniture: How It Benefits You and the Planet

Elwin Mandowa, , , , , ,
In the past few years, people have become more concerned about their carbon footprint on the environment. They are actively participating in reducing environmental protection and searching the ways to reduce population. People are more focused on the green lifestyle nowadays. Such type of furniture has a minimal environmental effect called sustainable furniture. Most people like to buy furniture made… Read More
Africa World 

Obesity is rising sharply in Africa, new report says

Elwin Mandowa, , , , , , ,
The World Obesity Federation is raising red flags about rising prevalence of obesity in Africa and Asia. In a report, the Federation said more than four billion people will be obese by 2035. It was particularly worried about rising obesity rates among children. According to the federation, almost all of the countries expected to see the greatest increases are low… Read More
Africa East Africa World 

Kenyan legislator ejected over menstrual stain

Elwin Mandowa, , , , , , ,
A Kenyan legislator had the shock of her life when she was ejected from parliament after attending a session while wearing a white suit that got stained red. Gloria Orwoba had apparently stained her white suit as part of a menstrual activism campaign that she was pushing. Orwoba, from the ruling coalition party, was due to table a motion on… Read More
Africa World 

The Impact of Stress on the Body: Understanding Its Physical Effects

Elwin Mandowa, , , , , , ,
Stress is a normal part of life, but when it becomes overwhelming and chronic it can have a detrimental effect on both physical and mental health.  Stress can manifest itself in the body through physical symptoms such as headaches, fatigue, muscle tension, digestive issues, difficulty sleeping or changes in appetite. It’s important to recognize these signs of stress so that… Read More
Africa Ghana Human Rights West Africa World 

UN tells Ghana to fix ‘inhumane’ treatment of mental health patients

Elwin Mandowa, , , , , , , , , ,
United Nations member countries have urged Ghana’s government to fix the inhumane treatment of people with mental health conditions in the country. These recommendations were made on January 24, 2023, at the Human Rights Council’s Universal Periodic Review of Ghana. The Universal Periodic Review (UPR) process was established in 2006, to assess the human rights records of each UN member state every… Read More
Africa Featured World 

WHO recommends COVID-19 remains public health emergency

Elwin Mandowa, , , , , , , ,
The World Health Organization (WHO) Emergency Committee for COVID-19 has advised that COVID-19 continue to be categorized a Public Health Emergency of International Concern (PHEIC). The Committee, which is established under the International Health Regulations (IHR) and convened by Dr Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, Director General of the WHO, cited the continued detrimental impact of SARS-CoV-2 on health and health systems around the… Read More