insert_link Health / Medical Technology makes it possible to diagnose diseases on the spot – but South Africa’s public healthcare system faces several obstacles By Tivani Mashamba-Thompson, University of Pretoria Digital technology has hugely improved healthcare in many ways. It’s now possible to test patients on the spot – in a clinic or hospital – for many health conditions. Digital diagnostic devices can analyse samples like sweat, saliva, faeces, tears and breath for signs of major diseases such as cancer and HIV. Testing at the point […] todayJune 26, 2024 29
insert_link World Social media platforms are blocked in Iran. Candidates in this week’s presidential election are embracing them anyway By Amin Naeni, Deakin University After Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi was killed in a helicopter crash on May 20, the Iranian government had to schedule an early election to choose a new president. The regime has approved six presidential candidates to run in the election on June 28. The pool includes four hardliners, one centrist and one reformist. The main competition is expected […] todayJune 26, 2024 12
insert_link Africa Kenyan police and protests: researchers on a violent, corrupt security force that’s beyond reform By Moina Spooner, The Conversation Kenya’s police are being criticised for their violent response to protests over the past week against government proposals to raise US$2.7 billion in additional taxes. Hundreds of thousands of people, across 35 of Kenya’s 37 counties, have poured out onto the streets in opposition to the tax hikes. The police have reacted with force, using live bullets and […] todayJune 26, 2024 17
insert_link Namibia Higher Education Minister visits Khorixas In a significant move towards enhancing higher education, training, and innovation,Dr. Itah Kandjii Murangi is conducting a consultation meeting in Khorixas in collaboration with the town's council. Here's the Khorixas Town Council's Mario Simson /Ochurub. todayJune 26, 2024 25
insert_link World India’s resurgent opposition bloc forces election to choose Speaker of lower house of parliament A resurgent opposition bloc is forcing an election in India's parliament for the crucial role of Speaker of the house. It will be the first time in decades that the Speaker is chosen by voting. Traditionally the bloc with a simple majority in the house has appointed the speaker. Our Ishan Garg tells us from New Delhi. todayJune 26, 2024 32
insert_link South Africa ActionSA observes International Day Against Drug Abuse and Illicit Drug Trafficking in Johannesburg ActionSA will today observe International Day Against Drug Abuse and Illicit Drug Trafficking in Johannesburg's CBD. The party including activist Curt Van Heerden and recovered substance user Kester Fisher, will visit areas heavily impacted by substance abuse to raise awareness and provide support to those affected by addiction. advocates for enforcement of the party’s national drug masterplan, to combat drug misuse: todayJune 26, 2024 14
insert_link Sport Undisputed heavyweight world champion Usyk vacates IBF belt Oleksandr Usyk has confirmed he will vacate his IBF title just weeks after he became undisputed world heavyweight champion. The Ukrainian, 37, became the first heavyweight to hold the IBF, WBO, WBA and WBC belts when he beat Tyson Fury on a split decision in Saudi Arabia last month. With Usyk now contracted to a rematch with Britain's Fury, he is not in a position to defend the […] todayJune 26, 2024 11
insert_link APO International 3rd India – Benin Foreign Office Consultations (FOC) [[{"value":"The third round of Foreign Office Consultations (FOC) between India and Benin was held on 24-25 June 2024 in Cotonou, Republic of Benin. The Indian delegation was led by Shri Sevala Naik Mude, Additional Secretary (C&WA) and the Beninese delegation was led by Frank Armel Afoukou, Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Republic of Benin. During the FOC, both sides reviewed the bilateral relations including political, trade&economic, defence, development partnership, […] todayJune 26, 2024 3
insert_link APO International Eritrea: Italian Delegation Visits Various Development Sites [[{"value":"The senior Italian delegation, led by Minister Adolfo Urso and including CEOs of various companies, visited various development sites in Dubarwa sub-zone, as well as the railway station and repair workshop in Asmara. The delegation, accompanied by Mr. Osman Saleh, Minister of Foreign Affairs, Mr. Hagos Gebrehiwet, Head of Economic Affairs of the PFDJ, and Mr. Nesredin Mohammed-Saleh, Minister of Trade and Industry, toured the Misilam Dam and associated agricultural […] todayJune 26, 2024 4
