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Swedish health authorities said Thursday they had registered the first case outside Africa of the more dangerous variant of mpox, a viral infection spread through close contact. The announcement came a day after the World Health Organization (WHO) declared mpox a global health emergency for the second time in two years, warning that the virus could eventually spread across international borders. Sweden's public health authority confirmed to Agence France-Presse (AFP) that the case was the same…

The World Health Organization declared a global emergency after mpox outbreaks in Congo and elsewhere in Africa on Wednesday. Earlier this week, the Africa Centers for Disease Control and Prevention declared the mpox outbreak a public health emergency, with more than 500 deaths, and called for international help to stop the spread of the virus. "This is something that should concern us all ... The potential for further spread within Africa and beyond is very worrying," said WHO Director-General…

Tragic Terror Attack in Mogadishu Claims Lives According to reports from officials, the brutal terrorist assault on a beach in Somalia's capital, Mogadishu, has tragically resulted in at least 37 fatalities, along with numerous injuries. This grim information surfaced on Saturday amidst the ongoing crisis. The insurgents, linked to Al-Qaida and known as Al-Shabaab, have fiercely opposed the internationally recognized Somali government for over 17 years. Their insatiable violence continues to threaten peace and stability.…

New Mpox Outbreaks Erupt in Kenya and Central African Republic Kenya and the Central African Republic have reported fresh outbreaks of mpox, with health officials racing against time to curb the virus’s spread in an area already grappling with limited vaccine supplies. This past Wednesday, Nairobi confirmed its outbreak after identifying a case in a traveler who crossed into Rwanda from Uganda via a southern border checkpoint in Kenya. The Central African Republic announced its situation on Monday, revealing that the…

Urgent Concerns Over Sexual Violence in Khartoum Amid Ongoing Conflict Human Rights Watch, based in New York City, has issued a grave warning about the rampant sexual violence plaguing Khartoum, the war-ravaged capital of Sudan. According to HRW, countless women and girls—ranging from ages 9 to 60—have faced egregious sexual violence at the hands of rival factions. Furthermore, these groups have obstructed survivors' access to essential healthcare services. In its latest report, "Khartoum is Not Safe for Women," the…

Wagner Group Admits Significant Losses in Mali Clashes On Monday, the Wagner mercenary organization conceded that it had endured substantial casualties during recent skirmishes with separatist factions in northeastern Mali. Mali, a nation grappling with insurgencies for over ten years, sought assistance from Wagner after military leaders seized control in 2020. This request came amidst escalating violence from both terrorists and separatists in the northern regions. Between July 22 and July 27, Malian forces collaborated…

Ongoing Tensions: Blinken Faces Congress Amid Gaza Crisis

Mehmet Vefa Dağ Sets His Sights on a Historic Political Bid in South Africa Years ago, Mehmet Vefa Dağ dipped his toes in the presidential waters but fell short. Now, he’s narrowing his focus, aiming for local support as he aspires to become the first politician of Turkish heritage to claim the premiership in South Africa's vibrant Western Cape. As about 28 million South Africans prepare to cast their ballots on May 29, they will select their president, provincial leaders, and members of parliament. Recent polls indicate…

In a twist, Somalia has called upon the United Nations to wind up its longstanding political mission in the country come October. UNSOM, birthed in 2013 through a U.N. Security Council mandate, aimed to assist Somali authorities in transitioning towards democracy and the rule of law after two decades marred by clashes amongst militias, terrorist factions, and criminal bands. Despite the monumental task ahead, President Mohammed Hassan Sheikh Mohamud is determined to steer Somalia away from its deep-seated chaos.…

French is still the 5th most spoken language - after English, Chinese, Hindi and Spanish - and the second most taught foreign language in the world. This is the result of the new report on the French language published by the International Organization of La…