Today: November 22, 2024
Bogotá, the capital city of Colombia, is facing a severe water crisis, prompting authorities to implement water rationing measures affecting approximately 9 million people. The city’s reservoirs are reaching record lows due to a prolonged drought exacerbated by the El Niño climate…
Former Brooklyn Park City Council member Wynfred Russell, formally launched his campaign for the Minnesota House of Representatives Saturday evening during an event in Osseo featuring former Brooklyn Park Mayor Lisa Jacobson. Mr. Russell, a nonprofit executive, is running to represent District…
The Custodians of African Literature (COAL), in collaboration with the Avoidable Deaths Network and the University of Leicester launched the “Poets for Avoidable Deaths” campaign to spotlight the critical issue of preventable deaths caused by disasters and hazards in Sub-Saharan Africa and…
The Anita Chan Lai-ling Gallery at the Fringe Club in Hong Kong hosted the third Chinese Calligraphy Paintings exhibition from February 17-18, 2024 to promote global sustainability goals through art. Organized by the Chair of Community Education at the International Center for…
Africa's vast potential for solar energy stands in stark contrast to its current limited access to electricity. This paradox highlights the continent's unique position at the cusp of an energy revolution…
Maryland Economic Development Association (MEDA) reveals that every dollar invested in county economic development programs in Maryland generates an impressive $9.17 in state and local tax revenue.…
One year post U.S.-Africa Leaders Summit, the U.S. has made significant strides in fulfilling its $55 billion commitment, emphasizing a partnership that's more than just monetary but a multifaceted engagement. This progressive collaboration, highlighting initiatives like the Digital Transformation with Africa and…
Over the course of the last week, leaders from over a dozen African nations assembled in Germany for the G20 Compact with Africa Summit. The aim of this summit was to support private investment in the world's poorest, yet rapidly developing, continent.
The…
Last week the Ghana Tourism Authority launched the Ghana Week D.C. initiative, an annual celebration of Ghanaian culture, business, and innovation. Several events were scheduled throughout the week including tourism forums, vendor popups, panel discussions, and even a friendly soccer game between…
Another perspective in the words of political activist Linda Sarsour. Her political activism has been praised by some liberals and progressives, while her stance and remarks on the Israeli–Palestinian conflict have been criticized by some conservatives and Jewish leaders and organizations. Sarsour…
