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Sexual Violence Laws in Africa: Challenges and Failures in Combatting Gender-Based Violence

In Africa, many survivors of sexual violence face failed justice systems and inadequate laws, with ...
  • 4 December 2024
  • World
Bolaji Idowu

Pastor Bolaji Idowu Released After Arrest Over Fraud Allegations

Pastor Bolaji Idowu denies fraud allegations after police arrest and release following Aso Rock intervention. ...
  • 4 December 2024
  • Nigeria
Abortion

Zimbabwe Court Approves Abortion for Rape Victims and Minors

Zimbabwe's Constitutional Court permits abortion for rape survivors and minors, marking progress in reproductive rights ...
  • 3 December 2024
  • Legal and Regulatory
carbon credits

COP29: Charting Africa’s Path Through Carbon Credits and Climate Finance

COP29 highlights Africa’s potential in carbon credits amid calls for equitable climate finance. Experts push ...
  • 2 December 2024
  • Africa
Social Media

Australia Passes Landmark Law Banning Children Under 16 from Social Media

Australia passes world-first law banning children under 16 from social media, aiming to protect minors ...
  • 29 November 2024
  • World
Visa Application

UK Opens Africa’s Largest Visa Application Centre in Lagos

The UK launches Africa’s largest visa application centre in Lagos, enhancing efficiency and reinforcing bilateral ...
  • 29 November 2024
  • Top News
HIV Vaccine

Nigeria and Seven African Nations Launch African-Led HIV Vaccine Development

Nigeria and seven African nations initiate an African-led HIV vaccine development project, aiming to tailor ...
  • 8 November 2024
  • Africa
U.S. Presidential Election

Trump Claims Victory Over Harris in Historic U.S. Presidential Election Amid Closely Watched Swing State Wins

Donald Trump claims victory over Kamala Harris in the 2024 U.S. presidential election after critical ...
  • 6 November 2024
  • World
Trump and Harris

Trump and Harris Make Final Appeals as US Presidential Race Remains in Deadlock

With polls showing a deadlock, Trump and Harris make final appeals in key battleground states, ...
  • 4 November 2024
  • Politics
Kenyans Affected by Floods

Google.org Provides $250,000 in Relief Grants for Kenyans Affected by Floods

Torrential downpours have wreaked havoc across Kenya, causing widespread flooding and devastation. The relentless rains, ...

  • 21 October 2024
  • Kenya
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January 18th is the day in 2003 that a bushfire kills 4 people and destroys more than 500 homes in Canberra, Australia.

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