The United Nations has raised serious concerns over the escalating displacement crisis in Sudan’s Blue Nile state. Thousands of civilians have been forced to flee their homes due to increasing insecurity, with local authorities estimating that around 4,000 people have been displaced from towns such as Ullu. Many are heading towards the state capital, Ed […]
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Young women are the most underserved market for financial services. A gradual, structured approach to their financial inclusion, starting with savings and complemented by non-financial support – is key. Commercial financial service providers (FSPs) often have limited ability and interest to invest in these services, especially over the timespan required for the hardest-to-reach segments of […]
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Ten days after a 7.7 magnitude quake levelled buildings and buckled bridges across central Myanmar, the latest death toll has passed 3,500 and is “likely to rise”, said Titon Mitra, UN Development Programme (UNDP) Regional Representative in the country, speaking from the devastated city of Mandalay. He said that the response has moved into a […]
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In 2024, China’s dominance in global shipbuilding became evident as the China State Shipbuilding Corporation delivered over 250 ships, totaling 14 million gross tons. By contrast, U.S. shipbuilders produced only five ships, accounting for just 76,000 gross tons. This stark contrast highlights China’s unparalleled scale and efficiency in maritime production. On the tech front, China […]
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The U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) has suspended attorney Erez Reuveni for failing to “zealously advocate on behalf of the United States” after he publicly acknowledged the department’s wrongful deportation of Kilmar Armando Abrego Garcia, an El Salvadoran national. Garcia, who had been granted “withholding of removal” status by the Board of Immigration Appeals in […]
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UN human rights experts have called for an end to the arbitrary and indefinite detention of over 52,000 people in Syria, primarily concentrated in the northeast region. These detainees, mostly accused by the Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF) of being members of the Islamic State (ISIL), are being held without trial or due process. Alarmingly, 60% […]
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Human Rights Watch (HRW) has urged Saudi Arabia to release activists and prisoners detained for peacefully exercising their rights, amid continued concerns over the country’s treatment of detainees. Between December 2024 and February 2025, Saudi authorities released 44 prisoners, but HRW has stated that these releases do not signal a significant shift in policy. The […]
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The global financial landscape faced significant turmoil as the repercussions of Donald Trump’s tariffs unfolded, wiping out a staggering $9.5 trillion from financial markets over three trading sessions. Key points from the market meltdown include: The Athens Stock Exchange mirrored the global downturn, signaling a technical correction with a decline exceeding 10% from its annual […]
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Dr. Kunle Olukotun, a British-born Nigerian computer scientist, is a trailblazer in the world of computer architecture. Widely recognized as the “father of the multi-core processor,” Olukotun’s innovations have fundamentally transformed how modern computers operate, making him a central figure in the evolution of parallel computing. After earning his bachelor’s degree from Calvin College and […]
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China has officially entered the global green sovereign bond market with the launch of its inaugural 6 billion yuan ($825 million) green bond on the London Stock Exchange. This landmark issuance underscores China’s commitment to achieving carbon neutrality by 2060 and expanding its influence in the $3 trillion global green bond market. Key Details of […]
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