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Kenya is facing a surge in cases of kala-azar, a deadly neglected tropical disease also known as visceral leishmaniasis. The disease, spread by sandflies, has seen a significant increase in recent years, impacting vulnerable populations and straining healthcare resources. Cases of kala-azar have risen from 1,575 in 2024 to 3,577 in 2025, according to Kenya’s […]
Black entrepreneurship in the United States has seen a significant increase in recent years. Data from the Pew Research Center indicates a rise of over 70,000 Black-owned businesses between 2017 and 2022. Despite this growth, business owners report facing challenges related to the current economic climate and political environment. Challenges for Business Owners Will Aiyeogenku, […]
U.S. stock futures showed mixed performance late Thursday as investors cautiously anticipated a key jobs report and considered policy signals from Washington. These signals pertained to trade, interest rates, and the housing market. Nasdaq 100 futures decreased by 0.2%, while S&P 500 futures fell by 0.1%. Dow futures, however, rose by 0.6%. Market Drivers Trading […]
South Africa faces a persistent challenge with violent crime, often attributed to illegal firearms. However, investigations reveal the source of these weapons is largely domestic, originating within the country’s own legal gun system. Lost and Stolen Police Firearms A parliamentary reply indicated that over 3,400 SAPS-issued firearms were lost or stolen between 2019 and 2024. […]
Kenya’s diaspora remittances have shown consistent growth in recent years, significantly impacting the nation’s foreign exchange earnings. These inflows represent a vital economic support system for the country. Remittance Trends Diaspora remittances to Kenya totaled $3.09 billion in 2020. This figure increased to $3.52 billion in 2021, demonstrating an initial upward trend. The positive trend […]
Gold and the dollar increased in value following the ouster of Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro, which heightened geopolitical risk. Despite this, growth assets remained in demand, with technology stocks leading gains in equities. Equity Market Performance Nasdaq 100 futures rose by 0.6%, driven by gains in chip stocks such as Micron Technology Inc. and Intel […]
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