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As we bid farewell to Pope Francis, the focus shifts to the upcoming conclave—a secretive assembly of cardinals set to gather shortly to elect a new leader for the Catholic Church. For the first time, mourners were granted access to visit his tomb this past Sunday. This follows an emotional farewell, where an estimated 400,000 individuals, including global leaders, came together for the Argentine pope's funeral at the Vatican and his burial in Rome. The turnout underscores the impact of Pope Francis, an energetic reformer…

Pope Francis’s Tomb Open to Visitors Starting This Sunday Pope Francis will soon welcome visitors to his tomb, a space of reflection and spirituality. Beginning this Sunday morning, the public will have the opportunity to pay their respects and connect with the legacy of the beloved pontiff. As Pope Francis once said, “We are all called to be witnesses of love, to build a more just world.” His tomb serves as a reminder of his commitment to compassion and community. It is a place where individuals can come together in…

In a bold and controversial act aimed at sparking a dialogue on climate change, members of the activist group Just Stop Oil turned their attention to a historic icon this week. They took to Westminster Abbey, home to some of Britain’s most revered figures, and made their mark on the grave of Charles Darwin, the esteemed naturalist known for his groundbreaking theory of evolution. As the sun cast its glow on the iconic white marble gravestone, two activists decided it was time to raise awareness in an unconventional way.…

A Journey to Discover My True Identity Linda Ewack always felt a disconnect growing up on a reserve. It was only after a revelatory DNA test that she uncovered the hidden complexities of her heritage. (Kirk Fraser photo/CBC News) Linda Ewack narrates her personal experience for CBC News' First Person column. For more about these heart-warming stories, kindly visit the FAQ. Imagine this: Growing up in a tight-knit Saskatchewan town, I always felt like a square peg in a round hole. The other kids made sure I never forgot…

Due to a lack of funds, the local elections scheduled for September 11 will not take place on this date, the president of the National Electoral Commission (ANE) announced. The funds allocated by the state and those promised by the donors to organize the vote…

After beating defending champions Portugal (5-3) in a group match, Senegal must achieve the feat against Brazil in the quarter-finals to finally qualify for the semi-finals for the first time in their history. This time it's going to be right? After eight participations for five quarter-finals, Senegal finally dreams of…

Installed on August 5, 2021, the new office of the Confederation of Cotton Producers of Mali held its first meeting in the city of Koutialia on Thursday, August 19. Objective: to introduce its members to thousands of producers in this agricultural zone but also to support the transition. Following the recommendations of the national meetings in the sector, in addition to the fertilizer subsidy, the…

The BRICS countries decided this week to merge a little more in the space sector. They signed an agreement to share data from their Earth observation satellites. Very useful data in various sectors, such as management of natural disasters, water resources or even agriculture. Good news for South Africa, which is trying to strengthen its space strategy.…

The rivers Tshikapa, Kasaï, Fimi and Kwilu have been affected by significant pollution since the end of July. Fish and aquatic animals were found dead. According to the Congolese authorities, this pollution is due to the activity in a diamond mine in the Angolan province of Lunda Norte, where Tshikapa comes from. According to the government, 13 of the 18 health zones in Kasai province are affected and…

Mali's transitional government is aware of its commitment to a fixed deadline for organizing elections to restore democracy after last year's coup, Prime Minister Choguel Maiga said on Friday. Since the overthrow of President Ibrahim Boubacar Keita in August 2020, political factions in Mali and foreign partners have been looking at whether the military-led interim authorities will stick to a promise to hold elections within 18 months. Maiga presented the interim action plan to the government and outlined four key…