Archive For: The Crunch
Feb 29, 2016 Eritrea’s information minister, Yemane Ghebremeskel, recently affirmed his country’s decision to improve the salaries of those in national service. He also added that there was no plan by the government to reduce the duration of the national service for fears of Ethiopian aggression. Speaking to this effect, he said: “Under normal conditions national ... Read More
Feb 29, 2016 A Nigerian entrepreneur, Jide Martins, recently took to comics in a bid to tell stories that will impact positively on young Africans. Martins’ company, Comic Republic, went on to create an ensemble known as “African Avengers”, featuring super-heroes who fight for a better Nigeria. “The comic industry is lucrative all over the ... Read More
Feb 29, 2016 22-year-old graffiti artist, Solomon Souza, recently converted the walls of Mahane Yehuda market in Jerusalem into colorful canvas. The bustling food market, which is one of Jerusalem’s most popular shopping sites, is almost always packed with local shoppers and tourists in search of the best fresh produce. However, when the stall owners ... Read More
Feb 29, 2016 China’s defense ministry recently justified its defense deployment in the South China Sea as its legitimate right. China and the United States, have in recent weeks, sparred repeatedly following reports that China is deploying advanced missiles, fighters and radar equipment on islands in the South China Sea. Speaking in a news briefing, ... Read More
Feb 29, 2016 The soccer governing body for North America, Central America and the Caribbean, CONCACAF, recently outlined it reform plans, as it looks to move on from corruption scandals that rocked it in the past. Three of the organizations past presidents, Jack Warner, Jeffrey Webb and Alfredo Hawit, were indicted by the U.S. Department ... Read More
Feb 29, 2016 The Organizing Committee for the Rio 2016 Olympic Games recently unveiled the detailed route for the traditional torch relay. The torch journey, which will begin in the Greek city of Olympia, will touch down in Brazil on May 3. It will then travel from the capital Brasilia across 329 towns and cities ... Read More
Feb 12, 2016 The British high commissioner, to Nigeria has restated his country’s commitment to collaborating with Nigeria with relation to development and investments. High Commissioner Paul Arkwright said “I really want to explore the country. I want to find out about the opportunities here for British business, for culture and strengthening the partnership…So far ... Read More
Feb 12, 2016 The third installment of the South African Menswear Fashion Week recently held in Cape Town, showcasing designs from contemporary designers, amidst the falling state of the South African economy. Speaking at the event, Mzukisi Mbane, a Cape Town based designer, commented on the effect of the country’s ailing economy on the fashion ... Read More
Feb 12, 2016 U.S. President Barack Obama recently met with his Italian counterpart President Sergio Mattarella at the White House to discuss possible synergy in the fight against the Islamic State in Libya. During the meeting, Obama and Mattarella also talked about the need to help Libya form a united government. While addressing reporters after ... Read More
Feb 12, 2016 As part of the global effort to end female genital mutilation by the year 2030, the United Nations recently hosted the International Day of Zero Tolerance for Female Genital Mutilation. Speaking at the event, United Nations chief Ban Ki-moon said: “Let us continue our campaign to empower these girls and so many ... Read More
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