Author: Solomon Alaka

Anti-Trafficking Leaders Reaffirm Cross-Sector Collaboration and Crisis Resilience at OSCE Strasbourg Meeting

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STRASBOURG, 12 September 2025 — National anti-trafficking coordinators and rapporteurs from 54 countries convened at the Council of Europe headquarters in Strasbourg to reaffirm their commitment to strengthening cross-sector partnerships and integrating crisis resilience into anti-trafficking strategies. The two-day meeting, co-organized by the Council of Europe and the OSCE Office of the Special Representative for […]

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African Continental Brief: Politics, Business, Security and Human Rights

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A curated update on key developments across Africa 📅 12 September 2025 Geopolitics & Policy South Sudan Vice President Indicted on Serious Charges 🇸🇸 South Sudan has charged Vice President Riek Machar and 20 others with murder, terrorism, and conspiracy following an alleged attack on a military base. The attack was reportedly carried out by […]

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NATO Communications Unit Selects Oracle Cloud for Mission-Critical Workloads

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NATO has selected Oracle to host and protect mission-critical workloads from its Communications and Information Agency (NCIA), marking a strategic shift to U.S.-based cloud infrastructure. The decision reflects the alliance’s commitment to enhancing cybersecurity, operational resilience, and data sovereignty across its digital operations. The NCIA, responsible for delivering secure communications and IT support to NATO […]

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Prince Harry Visits Kyiv to Support Wounded Veterans Following UK Engagements

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Prince Harry concluded a series of engagements in the United Kingdom, including a private meeting with King Charles, before making a surprise visit to Kyiv, Ukraine, on Friday, September 12, 2025. The visit was made at the invitation of the Ukrainian government and focused on supporting wounded service members affected by the ongoing conflict. During […]

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European Heritage Days: explore the past, protect our future

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  This weekend’s European Heritage Days offers you a chance to take a wander around some of Europe’s finest buildings and cultural sites for free. The theme of European Heritage Days 2025 is ‘architectural heritage’. Buildings that are often closed to the public for the rest of the year will open their doors on 13 […]

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Microsoft and OpenAI Move Toward Revised Partnership Terms Amid Restructuring Plans

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OpenAI has signed a non-binding memorandum of understanding with Microsoft to renegotiate terms of their existing partnership, as the artificial intelligence company prepares for internal restructuring. The agreement signals both parties’ intent to reaffirm and potentially expand their collaboration in the evolving AI landscape. While details of the revised terms remain undisclosed, the move reflects […]

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Giorgio Armani’s Heirs Directed to Sell Minority Stake in Fashion Empire

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Following a lifetime of independence in the fashion industry, the late Italian designer Giorgio Armani has posthumously instructed his heirs to sell a 15% minority stake in his global fashion empire. The directive, outlined in his will, prioritizes potential buyers from among three major corporations: French luxury conglomerate LVMH, eyewear leader Essilor-Luxottica, and cosmetics giant […]

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Plane Carrying Detained South Korean Workers Lands in Incheon

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A chartered flight carrying over 300 South Korean workers landed safely at Incheon International Airport on Friday, following their release from several days of detention in the United States. The workers had been held by U.S. immigration authorities amid an investigation into alleged visa irregularities involving subcontracted labor. South Korean officials confirmed the group’s return […]

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Protest in Ecuador Ends in Clashes Amid Referendum Tensions

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A protest march led by social organizations in Quito, Ecuador, ended in clashes with police this week as public frustration mounted over President Daniel Noboa’s proposed national referendum. Demonstrators voiced concerns over rising unemployment, inadequate educational support, and poor infrastructure, accusing the government of prioritizing non-essential spending. The march, which drew hundreds to the capital’s […]

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Bans on Highly Toxic Pesticides Can Significantly Reduce Suicide Deaths

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Excerpts from article By Hannah Ritchie | Edited for clarity and brevity Suicide remains a leading global health concern, with over 700,000 deaths each year. In low- and middle-income countries, pesticide self-poisoning is a common method — accounting for an estimated 14% to 20% of all suicide deaths, or roughly 100,000 to 150,000 lives annually. […]

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