Uganda: Deputy Speaker to mobilise Shs200 million for Nyenga Seminary

[[{"value":"The Deputy Speaker of Parliament, Thomas Tayebwa, has pledged to mobilise Shs200 million for the furnishing of the new centennial building at St. Joseph’s Seminary in Nyenga, Buikwe District. Tayebwa, who made the pledge during a function to commemorate a century of excellence on Saturday, 16 March 2024 at the seminary, also committed to engage government in securing 20 computers for the institution. The celebrations, held under the theme "Eternally […]

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Health / Medical

Almost 50% of adult South Africans are overweight or obese. Poverty and poor nutrition are largely to blame

By Thokozani Simelane, Human Sciences Research Council Malnutrition, in all its forms, includes undernutrition (wasting, stunting, underweight), inadequate vitamins or minerals, overweight and obesity. South Africa has undergone a nutritional transition over the past 30 years characterised by the triple burden of malnutrition: households are simultaneously experiencing undernutrition, hidden hunger, and overweight or obesity due to nutrient-poor diets. Results of the first in-depth, nationwide study into food […]

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Health / Medical

Researchers have created hyper-realistic models of diseased hearts to help train transplant surgeons

Bleeding and beating heart models have been created to help train transplant surgeons. The fake organs were created with silicone gels, fabrics and different fibres, using 3D printing technology. Researchers have created hyper-realistic models of diseased hearts and lungs – which can beat, bleed and breathe like the real organs – to help train surgeons to perform transplants.

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Videos

Six more years: Putin claims landslide election victory in Russia

Vladimir Putin has won a fifth term as president in a landslide election victory that had an all but certain outcome. Russia's number one faced no credible opposition candidates, amid a ruthless crackdown on dissent and critical voices. Russian election officials said Putin - who will now serve another six-year term on top of his nearly quarter-century rule - won more than 87% of the vote. Putin claimed Russia's democratic […]

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Namibia

//Kharas Governor Advocates for Women’s Empowerment and Equality

Aletha Frederick, //Kharas Governor, emphasized the importance of women seizing opportunities to uphold gender equality during the belated commemoration of International Women’s Day at Aussenkehr. Held under the theme ‘Invest in women, accelerate progress,’ Frederick urged ministries, agencies, and the private sector to prioritize ongoing capacity building for women. Highlighting the significance of women's involvement in the fourth industrial revolution, which encompasses technology, Frederick stressed the necessity for equal empowerment […]

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World

China end 9 year decline in marriages in 2023

China ended a nine-year streak of declining marriage registration last year, with the number of newlywed couples rising to 7.68 million. China's birth rate has also plunged, raising concerns that the country's population of 1.4 billion could be ageing faster than anticipated. Laura Westbrook has more.

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South Africa

SA President Ramaphosa Condemns Political Violence in South Africa

South African President Cyril Ramaphosa has denounced threats of violence and any actions undermining the democratic system. His remarks follow an alleged attack on some ANC members during a government event in KwaCeza, Nongoma, in northern KwaZulu-Natal. The ruling party statement accuses IFP members of carrying out the attack. Ramaphosa has appealed to all political parties to uphold tolerance and respect, particularly during this election year.

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Lifestyle

Paris 2024 Forum celebrates life−changing legacy of sport

With just over 100 days to go before the first athletes take to the Olympic stage at Paris 2024, the benefits already achieved by the Games for the people of Paris, France and beyond are being celebrated. Representatives from all levels of government, the Paris 2024 Organising Committee, the IOC, the World Health Organization (WHO) and the public came together for the Paris 2024 Forum with the aim of taking stock of the […]

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APO International

Eritrea: Activity Assessment Meeting of Central Region Education Office

[[{"value":"The Ministry of Education’s branch in the Central Region held an activity assessment meeting for the first half of the 2023/2024 academic year on 15 March. Mr. Belai Habtegabir, the head of the education office in the region, highlighted the importance of activity assessments to preserve achievements and address challenges. He expressed his hope that participants would provide constructive ideas to facilitate future progress. Reports presented by heads of education […]

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