[Oxfam] Nigeria, Singapore, and Argentina are among a group of governments that are fueling inequality, according to a newly released edition of the Commitment to Reducing Inequality Index developed by Oxfam and Development Finance International.
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Africa:What Can Ethiopia Learn From Zimbabwe’s Election?
[allAfrica] Four members of the National Electoral Board of Ethiopia (NEBE), led by Chairperson Samia Zekaria Gutu, is visiting the Zimbabwe Electoral Commission (ZEC) “to learn about sound elections management practices”.
South Africa:Marijuana Use in South Africa – What Next After Landmark Court Ruling?
[The Conversation Africa] South Africa’s Constitutional Court has delivered a unanimous judgment that certain parts of the country’s drug laws are inconsistent with the right to privacy. Adults are now allowed to use, possess or cultivate cannabis in private for their own personal consumption.
Africa:African Agriculture’s Future Lies in Cultivating Youth, Not Only Crops
[allAfrica] Being able to accept the 2018 Africa Food Prize today on behalf of the International Institute of Tropical Agriculture (IITA) comes with immense pride.
Africa:Tackle Africa’s Chronic Diseases With Effective Actions
[SciDev.Net] Nairobi -Cost-effective interventions are needed in low- and middle-income countries (LMICs) to reduce death burden caused by non-communicable diseases (NCDs), a study recommends.
Africa:New Technology Aims to Prevent Newborn Deaths in Sub-Saharan Africa
[VOA] An internship at a hospital in Malawi was an eye-opening experience for Sonia Sosa.
Rwanda:Rwandan Honoured as a 2018 McNulty Prize Laureate
[New Times] Rwanda’s renowned artist and curator, Hope Azeda, has been honored among the 2018 McNulty Prize Laureates, the organisers announced on Wednesday.
Nigeria:More Nigerians Seeking Greener Pastures Abroad
[This Day] There are indications that over 500,000 Nigerians have emigrated from the country since 2016.
Nigeria:Despite Growth Projections, IMF Says Nigeria’s Economy May ‘Not Be So Lucky’
[Vanguard] The International Monetary Fund, IMF, said yesterday that Nigeria’s economy might not be so lucky despite the growth projections from various quarters.
Zambia:It’s Been My Dream to Meet You, Kaunda Tells Indian President
[Times of Zambia] “It has been my cherished dream to meet you” Indian President Ram Nath Kovind said when he met first Republican President Kenneth Kaunda yesterday describing him as a pillar for Zambia’s unity.