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Alabuga Start: Russian Labor Program Sparks Outrage as African Governments Remain Silent

December 19, 2024
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Our Correspondent | Africa Guardian A disturbing series of investigative reports has uncovered a Russian labor recruitment scheme allegedly luring young African women with promises of education, work experience, and financial opportunities—only to find them assembling military drones in Russia, and in some cases, even being caught in a Ukrainian drone strike. The program, named Alabuga Start, reportedly targets…

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Elon Musk’s Net Worth Now Surpasses South Africa’s GDP

December 12, 2024
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Edson Baraukwa | Africa Guardian South Africa-born entrepreneur Elon Musk, CEO of Tesla and SpaceX, has seen his net worth soar to over $440 billion (R7.8 trillion), according to the Bloomberg Billionaires Index. This milestone cements Musk as the world’s richest individual and places his fortune above South Africa’s Gross Domestic Product (GDP), which stood at $377.78 billion in…

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Africa’s Growing Push for BRICS Membership

December 11, 2024
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Elizabeth Antidius Shumbusho | Africa Guardian An increasing number of African nations are seeking to join the BRICS group, signaling a strategic shift to bolster their global influence and unlock new economic opportunities, experts say. Ethiopia and Egypt have recently joined the group, and Kenya’s President William Ruto has also expressed interest in becoming a member. Analysts suggest that…

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The Case for Africa’s Two Permanent Seats on the UN Security Council

September 24, 2024
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By Edson Baraukwa | Africa Guardian Africa has long been portrayed by the media, academics, and global political actors as a region dependent on aid, overshadowing its potential as a driving force for progress. Despite its contributions, the continent remains excluded from permanent membership on the UN Security Council and is underrepresented in non-permanent roles. Africa’s demand for full…

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COP29 Countdown: Africa’s Latest Climate Report as a Policy Beacon

September 20, 2024
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By Charles Muchoki | Africa Guardian As COP29 approaches, the recently released State of the Climate in Africa report offers crucial insights into the climate challenges facing the continent. The report, compiled by the World Meteorological Organization (WMO) and launched in September 2023, provides an in-depth overview of the ongoing climate crisis in Africa. It is expected to play…

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World Mental Health Day 2023: Date, Theme, Importance, Facts, Celebration

October 10, 2023
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| World News

World Mental Health Day highlights the significance of comprehensive help for people confronting both long-term physical illnesses and related mental health issues World Mental Health Day is observed yearly on October 10, to bring issues to light regarding the mental health of people globally. The day is intended to make us more aware of our psychological well-being and the…

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World population hits 8 billion people on November 15

November 15, 2022
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A baby born somewhere on Tuesday will be the world’s eight billionth person, according to a projection by the United Nations. “The milestone is an occasion to celebrate diversity and advancements while considering humanity’s shared responsibility for the planet,” UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres said in a statement. Also read: What census data means for Tanzania The UN attributes the…

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