insert_link Africa Future Media News, Top Stories: April 8th-12th https://youtu.be/iDrgOBLOjlo đ Welcome to Future Media News! In this week's "Week in review," we bring you the latest updates on the most significant events shaping the world. From the heart of Namibia to international headlines, stay informed with our comprehensive coverage. Unemployment Protest: Michael Amushelelo and unemployed youth held a peaceful demonstration for the unemployment crisis. Â Zuma's Electoral Victory: South Africaâs Electoral Court allows Jacob Zuma to run for the […] today12 April, 2024
insert_link Africa Analysis of largest elephant surveys ever shows stable population, but disturbing trends By Jim Tan via Mongabay New research comparing data from the two largest-ever elephant surveys reveals the overall population in the Kavango Zambezi Transfrontier Conservation Area is stable, but also uncovers some concerning local trends. Elephant numbers in Botswana, home to more elephants than any other country, are stable overall, but declining numbers in areas where hunting is permitted, and increasing numbers in protected areas, suggest underlying […] today11 April, 2024
insert_link Africa Local manufacturing of drones is on the rise in Africa By Bonface Orucho, bird story agency Rising demand for unmanned aerial vehicles used in various commercial applications is fueling the growth of the local drone manufacturing industry as startups and governments ramp up production within the continent. Following South Africa's successful test flight of the Milkor 380, a groundbreaking unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) capable of carrying up to 1300 kilograms among other unique capabilities, the landscape is […] today11 April, 2024
insert_link Africa African wild dogs will soon have their own sperm bank â how artificial breeding will help them survive By Damien Boyd Bertrand Paul Paris, James Cook University Scientists from the Institute for Breeding Rare and Endangered African Mammals have been working in southern Africa for over 15 years to protect endangered African wild dogs (Lycaon pictus). Theyâve now decided to freeze sperm from as many genetically diverse male African wild dogs as possible and use this to artificially inseminate female African wild dogs for the […] today11 April, 2024
insert_link Africa Nigeria investigates mysterious disease Health authorities in Nigeria have launched an investigation following the outbreak of a strange illness in the country's northwest state of Sokoto. today10 April, 2024
insert_link Africa Political analyst weigh in on the rise of young Presidents in Africa Senegalâs new President Bassirou Diomaye Faye has pledged to govern with humility and transparency and vowed to "fight corruption at every level", rebuild institutions, and tackle the cost-of-living crisis. Faye, who is 44, is one of Africa's youngest Presidents. Political Analyst Rakkel Andreas says the continent is seeing a rise in young people taking over from the stalwarts of African democracy. today10 April, 2024
insert_link Africa Zimbabwe’s banks caught off guard by new gold-backed currency The Zimbabwe Gold officially started trading just days after it was announced it would replace the Zimbabwean dollar, which has tumbled in value over the past year, pushing inflation through the roof. But many in the country were not ready for the switch. Eddie Cross an economist from Zimbabwe says even the banks havenât been fully able to translate their accounting systems. today10 April, 2024
insert_link Africa Can Congoâs âMiracle Doctorâ Keep Saving Womenâs Lives Without UN Security? Dr. Denis Mukwege, the founder of Panzi Hospital in South Kivu, Congo, which has been treating women for more than two decades for gynecological needs, include rape by fighters in the region. Until recently, he and the hospital were provided limited security by United Nations peacekeepers, but that may end as they exit Congo this year. PANZI HOSPITAL/INSTAGRAM By Ilgin Yorulmaz For nearly 26 years, Dr. Denis Mukwege, […] today10 April, 2024
insert_link Africa More African founders secure $1M+ Funding in new trend By Seth Onyango, bird story agency Start-ups in Africa are increasingly hauling in US$1 million or more in funding, even as the investment climate on the continent cools off. Data from Africa: The Big Deal, shows ventures raising over US$1 million thrive due to their bankability, suggesting a selective but keen interest from investors amidst a cautious investment backdrop. "While the amount raised quarterly is […] today10 April, 2024
