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Nigerian army general killed by gunmen on highway

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– – The Nigerian army said on Friday that gunmen shot dead one of its army general who was travelling by car on a major road. The army general, Major General Hassan Ahmed was traveling from the capital, Abuja,when he was shot dead. According to the army, the general was killed when gunmen attacked his vehicle along the Lokoja-Abuja road… Read More
Africa Featured World 

Deadly flood hits Western Germany; over 81 people dead

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– – Western Germany has been hit by deadly flooding resulting in the death of over 80 people and reports of at least 1,300 others still missing. This year’s flooding is considered one of the deadliest in modern history in Germany with majority of those badly affected coming from Ahrweiler district, south of the city of Cologne. The disaster was… Read More
Africa Business World 

Abjel Communications is lead agency for Ghana Fintech Outlook 2021

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– – Abjel Communications, one of the top 50 tech PR companies globally, has been chosen as the lead agency for the Ghana Fintech Outlook 2021, the most comprehensive mapping of the fintech ecosystem in Ghana. Ghana’s fintech landscape is evolving and fintech businesses are involved in various services including insurance, agriculture, banking, education, health, pensions and investment, among others. This report,… Read More
Pacific 

Afghanistan: Funding shortfall amid deepening humanitarian crisis

Village Reporter
Ramiz Alakbarov, UN Resident and Humanitarian Coordinator for Afghanistan, said a $1.3 billion appeal, launched earlier this year, is less than 40 per cent funded.  Some 18 million Afghans, or half the population, require assistance. A third of the country is malnourished, while half of all children under five are experiencing acute malnutrition.  The $450 million received so far, half of… Read More
Africa World 

Should Universities ‘Go Vegan’ to Help Climate Change?

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– – There is a risk of environmental pollution all over the world. One of the areas of concern to people is the emission of carbon into the atmosphere. The big question begging for answers now is: can veganism help bring down the problem of climate change? We shall take a look at the strategy put forward by some universities… Read More
Africa World 

Africa records significant surge in Covid-19 related deaths

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– – There are concerns among health experts in Africa that the continent is getting overwhelmed by the Covid-19 pandemic. It follows news of a 43% jump in Covid-19 deaths from last week, according to the World Health Organization. The WHO’s weekly briefing revealed that infections and hospital admissions have now risen and many countries are facing shortages of oxygen… Read More
Pacific 

Death in custody of activist priest, a stain on India’s rights record: UN expert

Village Reporter
Stan Swamy, who was 84, was jailed last October on terrorism charges which UN Special Rapporteur highlighting the work of human rights defenders worldwide, Mary Lawlor, insisted were fabricated. The Jesuit priest faced harassment and repeated interrogations in prison and died in custody on 5 July, despite requests for his release as his health deteriorated, she said. In a statement,… Read More
Europe 

EU urged to consider impact of new climate mechanism on developing countries

Village Reporter
The Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM) comes into force in 2023 as part of new measures to cut carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions, including taxes on imports such as oil, coal and gas.  In tandem with the EU announcement, UNCTAD has published a report examining the potential implications for countries both within and outside the regional bloc.  “Climate and environmental considerations are… Read More
Africa South Africa Southern Africa World 

African Union calls for peace in South Africa amid deadly unrest

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– – Firefighters are also cleaning up the mess, helped by local residents wielding brooms. Police have also arrested hundreds of people for the violent unrest as the military makes efforts to bring the rioting under control. South African President, Cyril Ramaphosa met with leaders of political parties on Wednesday to discuss ways to address the unrest. “President Ramaphosa welcomed… Read More
Africa Gambia West Africa World 

Gambia: Jammeh’s ally sentenced to death by hanging

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– – Yankuba Touray, an ally of Gambia’s former President Yahya Jammeh has been sentenced to death by hanging. Touray was charged with murder for his role in the killing of former finance Minister Ousman Koro Ceesay. On Wednesday a high Court judge in Banjul found Touray guilty of murder in what was considered the most anticipated judgement in the… Read More
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