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Türkiye’s ambassador to Uganda, Fatih Ak, marked International Women’s Day by emphasizing the importance of access to essential hygiene products for women and girls in the East African nation. Speaking at a special event, Ambassador Ak highlighted Türkiye’s commitment to supporting women’s well-being, as Türkiye’s state aid agency, TIKA, donated equipment to aid the production of reusable sanitary pads. The donation, which included sewing and overlock machines, was given to Msichana Uganda, a non-profit organization dedicated to empowering young women. “As we celebrate International Women’s Day, we are pleased to support another impactful initiative through the Turkish Cooperation and Coordination…

The United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) has announced an $8 million (Sh21 billion) initiative to enhance groundwater management in Tanzania and Kenya. The project aims to conserve 400 acres of the Mount Kilimanjaro forest, a vital water source for over two million people. Speaking at the launch in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania’s Minister of Water, Jumaa Aweso, emphasized the importance of international collaboration in water resource management, aligning with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goal 6, which focuses on clean water and sanitation. He highlighted the Kilimanjaro water conservation project, covering the Rombo and Hai districts, as…

The United Nations Migration Agency reported on Friday that at least two people were killed and 186 people were missing after four migrant boats capsized overnight off the coast of Yemen and Djibouti. Two boats capsized off the coast of Yemen late Thursday, according to the International Organization for Migration (IOM). While two crew members were rescued, 181 migrants and five Yemeni crew members are still missing. At the same time, two more boats capsized near Djibouti. According to IOM’s Yemen mission chief Abdusattor Esoev, they capsized shortly after setting sail due to strong winds. Two migrants were found dead,…

The Ministry of Health and Social Services has expressed concern over a reported outage at the Mariental Regional Hospital in the Hardap region. Executive Director Ben Nangombe condemned the incident on Wednesday after a video circulated on social media showing an unattended nursing station and patients waiting without medical attention. In an official statement, Nangombe described the situation as unacceptable and inconsistent with the ministry’s standards for healthcare delivery. He assured the public that a thorough investigation would be conducted and that appropriate action would be taken if any staff member was found to have breached regulations. According to hospital…

Kenyan authorities have ordered TikTok to remove sexually suggestive content involving minors following an investigative report that exposed cases of child exploitation on the platform. The report, published on Monday, revealed that TikTok was profiting from livestreams featuring Kenyan teenagers as young as 15 engaging in explicit acts. In response, the Communications Authority of Kenya announced on Thursday that it had launched a formal inquiry and warned that it “will not hesitate to issue sanctions” if the Chinese-owned social media platform is found in violation of the law. Crackdown on Online Child Exploitation Kenya’s legal framework strictly prohibits the online…

The South Sudan Bar Association announced on March 6, 2025, that 83 lawyers have had their practicing licenses revoked as part of an ongoing effort to reorganize the legal profession in the country. At a press conference in Juba, Advocate Arop Malueth Manoon, the President of the Bar Association, explained that the lawyers were deregistered for failing to meet the required standards, including not possessing the necessary academic qualifications. He further clarified that licenses had been revoked from individuals who had obtained them through unrecognized universities or who were licensed by illegal bodies, following a Supreme Court ruling that dissolved…

In just four years, Cameroonian start-up Tagus Drone has evolved from a defense-focused initiative to a multi-sectoral technological powerhouse. Founded by Borel Taguia, the company initially aimed to support the country’s armed forces in countering terrorism. Today, its drones are widely used in agriculture, healthcare, filmmaking, and transportation, generating an economy around drone technology. Operating from Biyem-Assi Camtel in Yaoundé, Tagus Drone has become a symbol of local innovation. The start-up has already generated over $1.95 million in revenue, a testament to its growing impact. A Vision Taking Flight Inspired by global advancements in drone technology, Taguia sought to create…

The worsening security and humanitarian crisis in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) has led to a surge in mpox patients fleeing treatment centers, the Africa Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (Africa CDC) reported on Thursday. Ngashi Ngongo, head of the Africa CDC’s incident management support team in the DRC, said the number of patients leaving treatment facilities had increased by 500 from the previous week to 605, raising fears of further spread to neighboring Rwanda, Burundi and Uganda. Efforts to track new infections have been hampered by limited testing capacity, logistical challenges and a freeze on U.S. aid…

Microsoft has announced an additional investment of 5.4 billion rand ($296.81 million) to develop its artificial intelligence (AI) infrastructure in South Africa, the company’s Vice President and Chairman Brad Smith announced at an event in Johannesburg on Thursday. As part of its commitment to digital development, Microsoft will also fund technical certification exams for 50,000 people, focusing on high-demand digital skills. The investment aligns with Microsoft’s broader strategy to expand AI and cloud-based services. In January, the company announced plans to allocate approximately $80 billion in fiscal 2025 to develop data centers that support AI model training and deployment.

Several Libyan banks have launched an interest-free loan initiative in response to directives from the Central Bank of Libya. The program allows eligible customers to borrow up to 60 percent of their basic salary, aiming to provide financial relief amid ongoing economic challenges. The National Commercial Bank has made the loans accessible through its MobiMal app and via text messages, offering a seamless digital application process. Similarly, North Africa Bank has integrated the service into its Nap Mobile app, requiring users to update the application and activate the “Mat7sebhash” service to apply. In contrast, Al-Nouran Bank has chosen an in-person…

Egyptian Tourism and Antiquities Minister Sherif Fathy held high-level talks with top executives from leading German and international tour operators, travel agencies and airlines during the ITB Berlin 2025 tourism fair, which took place from March 4-6. Fathy met with representatives from TUI Group, DER Touristik, Schauinsland Reisen, ITAKA and Edelweiss Air to strengthen partnerships and boost inbound tourism to Egypt. The talks focused on marketing the country’s various attractions, improving tourism infrastructure and exploring investment opportunities, particularly in the North Coast, which is emerging as a luxury travel destination. To further promote Egypt, the minister announced roadshows for industry…

According to the World Health Organization (WHO), the Ebola outbreak in Uganda has escalated, bringing the total number of cases to 12 from the 10 previously reported. Two deaths from early February are now classified as probable cases. The WHO also confirmed the recent death of a four-year-old child at Mulago, the country’s national referral hospital. The organization’s latest bulletin identified the child’s mother and sibling as probable Ebola cases. The mother died shortly after birth on February 6, while the newborn succumbed to the disease on February 12. Their cases were not initially confirmed because laboratory tests were not…

Ramadan, the ninth month of the Islamic lunar calendar, is a period of deep spiritual reflection, prayer, and fasting observed by Muslims worldwide. In Egypt, this holy month is celebrated with unique customs and traditions that blend religious devotion with rich cultural heritage. During Ramadan, Egyptians fast from dawn until sunset, refraining from eating, drinking, and other physical needs. This practice, known as “sawm”, is one of the Five Pillars of Islam and aims to cultivate self-discipline, empathy for the less fortunate, and spiritual growth. The fast is broken each evening with a meal called “iftar”, bringing families and communities…

The head of Libya’s National Oil Corporation (NOC), Masoud Suleiman, has held separate discussions with British Ambassador Martin Longden and UN Envoy Hanna Tetteh to explore ways to develop the country’s oil sector while maintaining the corporation’s independence. During his meeting with Ambassador Longden, Suleiman outlined prospects for energy cooperation between Libya and the UK, emphasizing the NOC’s latest bidding round for oil and gas exploration. In response, Longden reaffirmed Britain’s commitment to supporting Libya’s oil sector and contributing to the nation’s economic stability. In a separate discussion with UN Envoy Tetteh, Suleiman provided insights into the NOC’s strategies to…

Efforts are underway to repair a gas leak at the Greater Tortue Ahmeyim (GTA) offshore field, jointly operated by Senegal and Mauritania, British energy company BP confirmed on Wednesday. The leak, discovered on February 19, poses no threat to workers, and the environmental impact is expected to be minimal, according to BP. The GTA field, which began production on December 31, 2024, was developed in partnership with BP, Kosmos Energy, Mauritanian hydrocarbons company SMH, and Senegal’s state-owned Petrosen. The Mauritanian environment ministry announced last week that “low-rate subsea gas bubbles” had been detected at one of the wells. BP has…

Zimbabwe has made significant progress in reducing infant and child mortality, with health authorities crediting routine vaccination as a key factor in this improvement. At an event in Harare to mark the 50th anniversary of the Expanded Programme on Immunization (EPI), Minister of Health and Child Care Dr. Douglas Mombeshora highlighted the life-saving impact of vaccines, saying they help prevent six deaths every minute. He noted that neonatal and under-five mortality rates have been steadily decreasing, in part due to vaccinations and improved maternal health services. According to the UN Inter-Agency Group for Child Mortality Estimation (UN IGME), the neonatal…