Africa Mar 26, 2023

29 Migrants Die in Tunisia Boat Sinking Tragedy

At least 29 migrants have died after several boats sank off Tunisia's coast while attempting to cross the Mediterranean and reach Italy. This tragedy is the latest in a series of migrant boat capsizes off Tunisia's coast in recent days. The situation in Tunisia has led to an increase in racist incidents, and some countries, such as Ivory Coast and Guinea, have repatriated their citizens due to the climate of intolerance. Read on for more details about the latest tragedy, the situation in Tunisia, and the efforts to address the crisis.

Africa Mar 10, 2023

BREAKING: Silicon Valley Bank Closed by Regulators

Silicon Valley Bank, which announced that it was looking to raise more than $2 billion in additional capital after suffering a $1.8 billion loss on asset sales, has been closed by regulators. The Federal Deposit Insurance Corp. has taken control of the bank’s deposits, and insured depositors will have access to their deposits no later than Monday morning. The move represents a rapid downfall for SVB, and its parent company SVB Financial Group's shares fell 60% on Thursday, and dropped another 60% in premarket trading on Friday before being halted.

Africa Mar 6, 2023

Tanzania bans boarding for nursery and primary pupils

The Tanzanian Ministry of Education has banned boarding for nursery and lower primary level pupils, starting from March 1st. Education Commissioner Lyabwene Mtahabwa said the move was aimed at allowing children to bond with their families and develop community values, rather than focusing solely on passing exams. Schools found violating the directive risk disciplinary or legal action or deregistration.

Africa Mar 6, 2023

Kenya’s First Lady Declares National Prayers Against Homosexuality

Kenya's First Lady Rachel Ruto has declared national prayers against homosexuality, stating that the family unit is under attack. This comes after the Supreme Court ruling last month that upheld the right of the LGBTQ community to associate, a decision met with protests from President William Ruto and religious leaders in the country. While homosexuality remains illegal in Kenya, the decision by the Supreme Court has sparked a lot of debate, highlighting the need for more awareness and sensitization campaigns. The move by the First Lady raises concerns about the protection of LGBTQ rights in Kenya.