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Thousands of Lives Lost to Hepatitis in Ghana
Dr. Patrick Kuma Aboagye, the Director General of the Ghana Health Service, recently unveiled a staggering statistic: in 2022, hepatitis, a severe liver infection, claimed the lives of 15,000 individuals in Ghana. This grim figure breaks down to approximately 42 lives lost each day, with young adults bearing the brunt of this health crisis. “Many cases remain hidden,” Dr. Aboagye emphasized, pointing out that a considerable segment of the population doesn’t even realize their infection status, which complicates efforts to…
Hiiraan Regional Leaders Caution Ethiopia on Border Sovereignty Breaches
Beledweyne (AX) – The administration of Hiiraan in Hirshabelle has sounded the alarm to Ethiopia over maneuvers threatening Somalia’s sovereignty at their shared border.
In a statement released on Friday, Hiiraan’s leadership emphasized that the Federal Government holds the reins over Somalia’s borders. Represented by Hirshabelle, a member state within the Federal Republic of Somalia, they stand firm on this position.
The administration declared zero tolerance for any acts jeopardizing their country's territorial…
Escalating Risks of Violent Extremism in Uganda – A Comprehensive Report
Recently, stakeholders in Uganda convened to examine a thought-provoking report that sheds light on the rising menace of extremism in the nation. This Rapid Threat Assessment, conducted in partnership with various international organizations, pinpoints emerging trends and identifies communities that are particularly vulnerable. It serves as a stark reminder that “economic progress cannot thrive in an environment of instability.”
In the midst of these discussions, Susan Namondo, the UN Resident Coordinator, emphasized that…
African Negotiators Should Advocate for Climate Justice at COP29
As Africa grapples with the rising financial toll of climate change, accessing climate finance becomes vital for both addressing these challenges and adapting to them. Moreover, it's essential for steering the continent's development in line with the global aim of capping temperature increases to 1.5°C.
African representatives face a pivotal moment at COP29 in Azerbaijan, where they are encouraged to push for fair climate finance allocation for their continent. A new financing strategy is anticipated to be established by a…
IGAD and Somalia Pledge to Bolster Regional Peace and Security
The Intergovernmental Authority on Development (IGAD) and the Federal Government of Somalia have doubled down on their pledge to foster regional peace, security, and economic cooperation.
During a pivotal meeting, IGAD Executive Secretary Dr. Workneh Gebeyehu and Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud discussed bolstering these shared goals.
The IGAD head honcho landed in Mogadishu, Somalia, to engage in high-stakes talks with the Somali government.
In his speech, Dr. Workneh zeroed in on the indispensable part Somalia…
Turkey to Hold Separate Meetings with Somalia and Ethiopia Prior to Additional Mediation Efforts
On Thursday, Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan shared that Türkiye is planning to hold individual discussions with Ethiopia and Somalia. The aim is to pave the way for new negotiations tackling the contentious deal where Ethiopia agreed to lease North Western State of Somalia's coastline.
Türkiye, striving for peace in the region, has already facilitated two rounds of these crucial meetings between the East African neighbors. However, a third round, originally scheduled for Tuesday in Ankara, got derailed and didn't happen.…
Military Helicopter Crash in Somalia: International Peacekeepers Among Survivors
On Thursday, a military helicopter transporting international peacekeepers experienced a mishap near the Somali capital, Mogadishu. Remarkably, several military personnel aboard, including three Ugandan soldiers part of the African Union Transition Mission in Somalia (ATMIS), survived the crash, as per security sources.Fortunately, the incident led to no fatalities, a military official disclosed to Anadolu via a phone call. They asked to stay anonymous due to lack of media authorization.At this point, neither the Somali…
Report Highlights Rising Risk of Dam Failures as a Result of Severe Weather Conditions
A recent study conducted by the IHE Delft Institute for Water Education sounds the alarm on how climate change is intensifying both the frequency and severity of extreme weather phenomena. This escalation is placing the world’s aging network of dams—more than 70,000 in total—under increased threat, particularly in regions marred by conflict where some structures lie neglected and abandoned.
Take, for instance, the catastrophic failure of the Arbaat Dam in Port Sudan last August. The region experienced an unprecedented…
Somalia Applauds Turkey for its Steadfast Support
Turkish Ambassador to Somalia, Alper Aktas
Somalia, Thursday, lavished praise on Turkiye for its steadfast support and solid diplomatic ties.
In an event held in Mogadishu, Somalia extended certificates of recognition to Alper Aktas and the Director of Turkish Red Crescent Somalia, Serif Simsek, in acknowledgment of their invaluable service.
At the ceremony, Mohamud Moalim, the head honcho of the Somali National Disaster Management Agency (SoDMA), echoed the nation’s appreciation of Turkiye and its citizens for their…
Advocacy Groups Assert Kenya’s Sh6 Billion Mpox Funding Falls Short
Public Health and Professional Standards PS Mary Muthoni in Nairobi on September 18, 2024. Image: HANDOUT
Kenya's proposed Sh6.7 billion Mpox response fund has been flagged as insufficient and misprioritized, according to various advocacy groups.
Critics have pointed out a glaring omission: there's no budget allocation for vaccine procurement.
Speaking in Nairobi, these groups urged the government to reallocate funds towards crucial areas like vaccine acquisition, advanced diagnostics, and community education.
The…