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The Horn of Africa faces significant political violence and instability. This includes civil conflicts, actions by militias and Islamist groups, and insurgencies across the region, which generally encompasses Ethiopia, Somalia, Djibouti, and Eritrea. A wider definition, the Greater Horn of Africa, also includes Kenya, Sudan, and South Sudan. Sudan Conflict A civil war in Sudan, […]
The Africa Entrepreneurship Awards 2026 recognized businesses addressing critical social and economic challenges across the continent. The awards ceremony and associated summit took place February 25–26 at the Sarit Expo Centre in Nairobi, Kenya. The 13th Africa Summit, organized by the Sankalp Forum, Intellecap, and Aavishkaar Group, convened over 1,000 experts, leaders, policymakers, investors, entrepreneurs, […]
The University of Wollongong (UOW) will host internationally recognized human rights lawyer Jennifer Robinson for the inaugural Future of Rights Centre Annual Public Lecture on Thursday, February 26. The event, occurring during Orientation Week, provides an opportunity for students and the wider community to engage with Robinson’s expertise. Professor Trish Mundy, Interim Executive Dean of […]
Katelyn Fung and Kate Miller secured a bronze medal in the women’s synchronized 10-metre event at the Montreal Diving World Cup on Saturday, marking their first international podium finish as a team. The competition took place in Montreal, Canada. Women’s Synchronized 10-Metre Event Fung, from London, Ontario, and Miller, a student at the University of […]
Remembering Jesse Jackson and Defining Black Excellence The recent passing of Reverend Jesse Jackson prompted reflection on leadership, hope, and social action within the African American community and beyond. A tribute to Jackson was offered at the NAACP Image Awards, an event that originated in the 1960s as a response to portrayals of Black people […]
The Wilmington Ten refers to ten civil rights activists who were falsely convicted and incarcerated for nearly a decade following a 1971 riot in Wilmington, North Carolina, over school desegregation. Wrongfully convicted of arson and conspiracy, the Wilmington Ten—eight African American high-school students, an African American minister, and a white female social worker—were victims of […]
Pomona College will hold its 133rd Commencement ceremony on May 17, honoring over 400 graduates. The event will feature addresses from three distinguished speakers who will also receive honorary doctorates. The ceremony will take place on Marston Quad and will also recognize graduating seniors with the Rena Gurley Archibald High Prize and announce the winners […]
A recent survey by EY indicates a prevailing sentiment among financial services CEOs regarding the impact of artificial intelligence (AI) on employment. The survey, encompassing 240 financial services CEOs, suggests that AI is more likely to maintain or increase current headcounts than to reduce them. AI and Headcount Projections According to the EY survey, 60% […]
Zimbabwe and South Africa are set to face off in a Super Eights match on Sunday. Zimbabwe won the toss and elected to bat first. Team Lineup Changes Zimbabwe will be without pacer Richard Ngarava, who sustained a lower back injury. The team will depend on captain Sikandar Raza’s leadership and overall team unity. South […]
Sarah Pardi, 35, moved to Paris in 2023 after a lifelong fascination with France. Her journey began with a desire to travel and a resourceful search for ways to fund her dream. Early Travel Experiences Pardi’s interest in France developed early in life, despite having no French heritage. Growing up in poverty in Oregon, she […]