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The train moves through landscapes stitched with violence, carrying bodies and destinies alike… where to every birth its blood flows on tracks of both exile and homecoming. — Mongane Wally Serote Trains loom large in the narrative of Black South...

I Dislike US Secretary of State Marco Rubio - But His Claims on Human Trafficking in Zimbabwe Are Spot-On

How did trafficked Malawian women end up in South Africa? Most likely, the transit route was Zimbabwe. Along the way, money changed hands - fiscal transactions greased the path to exploitation. Around 100 Malawian women were trafficked by a...

“MONNA KE NKU HA LLE”: THE HIDDEN CRISIS OF BOYS’ MENTAL HEALTH IN LESOTHO

Qacha’s Nek, Sept.29 — In Lesotho, a boy’s tears are often silenced before they fall. The saying “Monna ke nku ha lle” (a man is a sheep, he does not cry) is passed down through generations as both warning and instruction. Rooted in cultural norms...

Indian Railways emerging as global exporter; equipment sent to over 16 countries, says ministry

Indian Railways is rapidly emerging as a global exporter of critical railway equipment, including bogies, coaches, locomotives, and propulsion systems, under the 'Make in India, Make for the World' vision, the Railway ministry said on Wednesday....

‘Development That Undermines Women’s Rights Is Exploitation’ — AU Commissioner Sounds Alarm at High-Level Workshop in Accra

In a commanding call to action that set the tone for a pivotal continental gathering, Hon. Janet Ramatoulie Sallah Njie, Vice-Chairperson of the African Commission on Human and Peoples’ Rights, issued a stern warning: “Development that undermines...

Indian Railways Emerges As Global Exporter Of Locomotives, Coaches And Bogies Under 'Make In India, Make For The World'

Indian Railways Emerges As Global Exporter Of Locomotives, Coaches And Bogies Under 'Make In India, Make For The World' | New Delhi: Indian Railways is rapidly emerging as a global exporter of critical railway equipment, including bogies, coaches,...

Taylor Kitsch Teases a More Complicated Season 2 of 'The Terminal List: Dark Wolf': "We'll Stay in That Darkness"

Editor's Note: The following contains spoilers for The Terminal List: Dark Wolf.When The Terminal List debuted in 2022, it took Prime Video by storm. Not only did it show off a new side to Chris Pratt, who was known until then for his roles as...

Railways exports equipment to 16+ countries: Ministry

New Delhi Indian Railways is rapidly emerging as a global exporter of critical railway equipment, including bogies, coaches, locomotives, and propulsion systems, under the 'Make in India, Make for the World' vision, the Railway ministry said on...

Hike tariffs on pulses imports, CACP tells govt

The Commission for Agricultural Costs and Prices (CACP), which recommends minimum support price (MSP) of crops to the government, has called for increasing the import duties on several pulse varieties such as gram and lentils and imposing complete...

Economic Evaluation of Molecular Testing for Pulmonary Tuberculosis Diagnosis: A Systematic Review

Introduction Tuberculosis (TB) remains a major global health challenge. In 2024, the World Health Organization (WHO) estimated approximately 10.8 million new cases equivalent to 133 per 100,000 population and 1.25 million TB-related deaths.1 Over...

India Strengthens Global Railway Presence with Major Export Push

Under the flagship ‘Make in India, Make for the World’ initiative, Indian Railways is carving out a strong position as a global supplier of advanced railway systems. From bogies and locomotives to coaches and propulsion technology, India is now...

Optometry Giving Sight Announces 2025 Grant Winners

(PRESS RELEASE) GOLDEN, CO — Optometry Giving Sight (OGS) has announced the selection of its 2025 grant program recipients. This year, 24 grants totaling almost $1 million USD have been awarded to 21 organizations for projects that will help...

Mpumalanga double murder: Police search for victims’ heads, hands and feet

No arrests have been made in the murder of two men whose headless bodies were also found with their hands and feet hacked off in the Avontuur area near Middelburg in Mpumalanga on Friday. Middelburg Observer reports a farm worker stumbled across...

Kenya adopts single-dose HPV vaccine in landmark move to eliminate cervical cancer

Kenya is switching from a double-dose to a single-dose Human Papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine schedule starting October 2025 in a move to eliminate cervical cancer. Speaking on Wednesday during the opening of the Coalition to Strengthen HPV...

US Govt Extends AGOA by a Year

The US has extended AGOA by one year. Eswatini says its competitive tariffs and diversification strategy will attract investment despite uncertainty. Reading Time: 2 minutesWhile there is still no formal communication from the United States...

Cartagena receives Work4Progress: An international alliance to transform the lives of women and young entrepreneurs

‘la Caixa’ Foundation, Social Group Foundation and Visa Foundation will invest more than 1 million dollars in inclusive ventures. Announced during Latimpacto’s Impact Minds 2025 conference, the program will prioritise women-led businesses and...

GOOD RIDDANCE? Tough Times as DTB, Ecobank Eye Exit from Ugandan Market

Kampala – Diamond Trust Bank (DTB) is embarking on a major shake-up of its regional operations, announcing the sale of its 83.67% stake in DTB Burundi to a consortium of local investors led by the bank’s existing minority shareholder. The deal,...

European Commission launches €545m Initiative to Accelerate Africa’s clean energy transition

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen has announced a €545-million Team Europe package to support Africa's transition to clean energy. The announcement was made by means of a video message at the Global Citizen Festival in the context...

SIARA receives record 790 global submissions in 2025

The Sharjah International Award for Refugee Advocacy and Support (SIARA) has received a record 790 submissions for its 9th edition, marking a 49.9% increase in unique nominations from its previous edition in 2024. This year, the award attracted...

Tourism in the age of AI: Caribbean tourism leaders chart a human-centred path

The world is changing, and the tourism industry is evolving with it. As such, the Caribbean’s greatest tourism minds have gathered at the State of the Tourism Industry Conference (SOTIC) 2025 to explore emerging trends — filled with both...