By Lisa Vives, Global Information Network NEW YORK. 30 July 2023 (IDN) — As the effects of the recent Supreme Court decision striking down affirmative action come to light, another opportunity for students of color is being strangled, according to data from the U.S. Government, the UN and World Bank. According to reporting by Nigerian […]
A New Hub For ‘Anime’ Is Born in Southern Africa
By Lisa Vives, Global Information Network NEW YORK | LUSAKA. 24 July 2023 (IDN) — Zambia, well known for its copper, emeralds, and other pricey gems, may soon have a new feather in its cap as a hub for aspiring Zambian artists and other creators eager to try their hand in the newest Anime scene. […]
Africa: New Report Shows Way to Mobilise Funds and Achieve Development Goals
PARIS. 19 July 2023 (IDN) — Africa needs an extra USD 1.6 trillion by 2030—USD 194 billion annually—to achieve its Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), says a new report. The 2023 edition of Africa’s Development Dynamics calls upon African governments and their partners to improve information to investors, increase the capacity of African development finance institutions. By boosting […]
Mozambican Ex-Minister Faces US Trial Over ‘Tuna’ Scam
By Lisa Vives, Global Information Network NEW YORK. 16 July 2023 (IDN) — A former government minister reputed to have orchestrated the embezzlement of over two billion dollars and the fabrication of a daring conspiracy whose victims were Swiss bankers, American investors and global lenders, has been extradited to the U.S. where it is hoped […]
Kenya: Painful Cost of Living Hikes Sparks Violent Protests
By Lisa Vives, Global Information Network NEW YORK | NAIROBI. 15 July 2023 (IDN) — Kenyans are preparing for tough times after lawmakers approved tax increases that are unpopular even with supporters of the president who once vowed to reduce the cost of living. Referring to Kenyan President William Ruto, hairdresser Evelyne Adhiambo told a […]
Tinubu Vows to Address Insecurity in Nigeria and End Coups
By Lisa Vives, Global Information Network NEW YORK. 11 July 2023 (IDN) — Nigeria is making news again. At the recent summit of West African heads of state, Nigeria’s newly elected president, Bola Tinubu, was the surprise pick to lead the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS)—a key regional body that promotes economic cooperation among […]
Observers Fault Sierra Leone Elections For ‘Irregularities’
By Lisa Vives, Global Information Network NEW YORK | FREETOWN 10 July 2023 (IDN) — National elections in Sierra Leone on 24 June were swiftly rejected by the main opposition party, citing “glaring irregularities” and “violations of established electoral procedures.” “We can no longer tolerate injustice, tyranny or usurpation of power,” the opposition All People’s […]
Botswana Negotiates With De Beers a Higher Share of Diamonds
By Lisa Vives, Global Information Network NEW YORK | GABORONE 3 July 2023 (IDN) — Diamonds may be forever but the question of who has the rights to the sparkly stones is anything but set in stone. This was made clear when the government of Botswana won a new “agreement in principle” with De Beers, […]
Senegalese President Slapped with A Criminal Complaint
By Lisa Vives, Global Information Network NEW YORK | DAKAR, 26 June 2023 (IDN) — A 170-page complaint has been filed against Senegalese president Macky Sall for “crimes against humanity.” The charge filed in France comes from Ousmane Sonko, Sall’s main political opponent. The crimes were allegedly committed between March 2021 and June 2023.
Ugandan Children Targeted in Attack by Known Terror Group
By Lisa Vives, Global Information Network NEW YORK, 19 June 2023 (IDN) — Ugandan President Yoweri Museveni is struggling to defend his security forces that failed to block an attack on a secondary school where some 39 students were brutally murdered and others were abducted. Museveni, who is also the commander in chief of armed […]