WHO Expresses Regret Over USA Decision to Withdraw from Organisation
The World Health Organisation (WHO) has expressed regret over the United States of America’s announcement to withdraw from the global health body.
In a statement released on January 21 2025 the Organisation emphasized its critical role in safeguarding global health, including that of Americans, by addressing health emergencies and strengthening healthcare systems worldwide.
The statement highlighted the USA as a founding member since 1948, noting its significant history in shaping the organisation's work.
"The partnership has led to numerous joint achievements, including the...
Uganda Hands Over G77 + China Presidency to Iraq amid Global Challenges
Uganda has officially handed over the presidency of the Group of 77 and China (G77 + China) to Iraq at the United Nations headquarters in New York on Monday, January 13, 2025.
The handover ceremony, attended by UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres and various member states, marks a pivotal moment for the 134-nation coalition that seeks to amplify the voices of developing countries within the United Nations.
During the event, Adonia Ayebare, Uganda's Ambassador and Permanent Representative to the United Nations, expressed...
U.S Declares Genocide in Sudan, Sanctions RSF Leader Hemedti
The United States has officially determined that members of Sudan’s Rapid Support Forces (RSF) and allied militias have committed genocide during the ongoing conflict in Sudan.
This announcement, made on January 7, 2025, by U.S. Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken in a statement, underscoring the severity of the humanitarian catastrophe unfolding in the country.
“On April 15, 2023, the Sudanese Armed Forces (SAF) and the RSF launched a conflict of unmitigated brutality, resulting in the world’s largest humanitarian catastrophe. Over...
Putin Advocates for Unified African Currency, Highlights Continent’s Resource Potential
Russian President Vladimir Putin has advocated for a unified African currency, highlighting the continent's vast potential and abundant resources. He noted that Africa holds 70% of the raw materials used in nuclear weapon production, and with proper leadership and effective utilization, Africa could dominate the world.
Speaking at a recent press conference, Putin noted, "Africa is a thousand times richer than subterranean Europe, but a thousand times poorer in development."
"Africa's soil has the potential to feed all of Europe, America,...
Former US President Jimmy Carter’s Candle Burns Out at 100
Former President Jimmy Carter, the 39th President of the United States, has passed away at the age of 100, marking the end of a remarkable life dedicated to public service and humanitarian efforts.
James Earl Carter Jr was born on 1 October 1924 in the small town of Plains, Georgia, the eldest of four children. He died on December 29, 2024 .
Carter, who swept to power promising never to lie to the American people, served from 1977 to 1981 and...
Kagame Calls for Common African Currency to Break Free from Western Economic Dominance
The President of Rwanda, Paul Kagame, has called on African governments to create a strong African common currency backed by the continent's own resources to repel western economic dominance. Kagame made these remarks on December 23, 2024, in response to the current global financial system, which he argues has maintained a stranglehold on Africa's economy.
"As long as Europe and America control our money, they will control our economy. We need an African common currency backed by our resources, not...
