Heavy Rains Worsen Conditions in Quake-Hit Myanmar as Death Toll Reaches 3,471

Myanmar: Intense rainfall has affected areas of Myanmar that were impacted by recent earthquakes, hindering relief efforts and increasing the likelihood of disease outbreaks, as the death toll from the significant quakes on March 28 has reached at least 3,471. Aid workers in Mandalay, a city severely affected and close to the earthquake's epicenter, reported [...]

Nepal Government Invites Protesting Teachers for Dialogue Over Education Bill

The ongoing protests by teachers in Kathmandu are drawing attention, as the government has reached out for dialogue to address their concerns. The Ministry of Education, Science, and Technology made a public appeal, encouraging teachers to participate in discussions. Ministry spokesperson Shiv Kumar Sapkota emphasized the government's willingness to engage constructively, stating, "We warmly welcome [...]

88,000 More Children to Require Schools and Kindergartens by 2030

Mongolia: Investing in education will lead to economic growth. After extensive discussions, the education package law has been approved, and we are now moving to implement it. Ensuring equal access to education is vital, and today marks a significant decision by the government. By 2030, we expect to enroll an additional 88,000 children nationwide, necessitating [...]

Unicef: At Least 322 Children Killed in Israel’s New Gaza Offensive

The United Nations children's agency has reported that at least 322 children have been killed since Israel began its renewed offensive in Gaza two weeks ago. Additionally, UNICEF has noted that at least 609 other children sustained injuries during this time. UNICEF Executive Director Catherine Russell stated, "The ceasefire in Gaza offered a critical lifeline [...]

Indonesian Government Launches Investigation into Rice Labeling Fraud

The Indonesian government will take swift action to investigate and address reports concerning companies that are producing or distributing rice inconsistent with the quantities and qualities mentioned on their labels. This announcement was made by Deputy Minister of Trade Dyah Roro Esti Widya Putri. Putri emphasized that the Ministry of Trade is dedicated to monitoring [...]

Egypt’s FM Abdelatty Congratulates New Djibouti Foreign Minister

Djibouti: Badr Abdelatty, the Minister of Foreign Affairs, Emigration, and Egyptian Expatriates, held a phone conversation with Abdul Qadir Hussein Omar, the recently appointed Djibouti Foreign Minister, to extend his congratulations on Omar's new role and to wish him success in his endeavors. The foreign minister emphasized the strong ties between Egypt and Djibouti, stressing [...]

Brazilian Cement Giant Votorantim Accused of Sand Exploitation

On March 19, 2025, Western Sahara Resource Watch (WSRW) monitored a sand shipment arriving at the island of Tenerife. This shipment made its way from the port of Santa Cruz de Tenerife to Votorantim’s facilities in the industrial area of Cueva Bermeja. The cargo trucks then covered a distance of 2.5 kilometers to reach Prebetong [...]

Senegal’s Fight Against Fake News: Fact-Checking Efforts in Senegal

Senegal's media has been fighting fake news for a couple of years now. Misinformation and disinformation have been accelerated at speed deliberately causing harm in society. Specialists in media and communication conducted a survey to combat misinformation. The research shed light on the various loopholes in the media houses. There has been evidence for a [...]

Hundreds of Somali Police Officers Missing Amid Al-Shabaab Offensive

Somalia: Hundreds of Somali police officers have gone missing and are believed to have either defected to militant groups or abandoned their posts after thousands were recently sent to the frontlines to combat Al-Shabaab's advance toward the capital. The network accessed internal police documents that name 145 missing officers by rank, but other estimates suggest [...]

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