Stories about Weblog from August, 2024
Guyana's Sir Shridath Ramphal, esteemed international statesman, dies at 95
"[Some men] have become famous because in their fight for human justice, they have chosen the entire world as their theatre. Shridath Ramphal is one of those men."
Bangladeshis help out in flood-affected communities
Bangladesh is experiencing another round of severe floods. Volunteers from across the country are rushing to the affected areas in trucks, carrying boats, speedboats, and relief supplies.
Azerbaijan clears out critics ahead of COP29
Azerbaijan has had one of the lowest international rankings on citizens’ rights and freedoms. Even so, Azerbaijani President Aliyev has insisted persecutions against civil society are justified.
Listen to the voices of Afro-Colombian trans women who speak about their powerful connections to the Pacific rivers
Interview with Lyann Cuartas, one of the directors of the project that combines podcast and photography to explore the riverside communities of the Cauca Valley and the Pacific jungles of Colombia.
The impact of unpredictable rainfall and flooding on agriculture and food security in Kenya
The rains led to significant damage in 42 of Kenya's 47 counties, with the capital, Nairobi, Homa Bay, Kajiado, Mandera and Nakuru being the most severely affected by the floods.
Top officials in Kazakhstan dodge independent journalists
Their attitude toward the media shows their attitude not only towards journalism, but also towards the citizens of the country.
Séverin Ayao Kansa: Togo’s only chance of success at the 2024 Paris Paralympic Games
Séverin Ayao Kansa, a Togolese para-athlete competing in the Men’s High Jump T47, will represent Togo at the Paris Paralympic Games.
Jamaica's finance minister’s appointment as deputy managing director of the IMF, a first for the region, brings plaudits and some local concerns
The IMF lauded Jamaica's remarkable economic transformation, adding that Clarke has demonstrated “it is possible to build strong institutions, to have a remarkably resilient economy [and] to overcome challenges.”
Everything you should know about the Nigeria vs South Africa ‘online ride-hailing war’
This latest digital feud, which involves ordering and canceling trips on ride-hailing apps in both countries, is negatively affecting the livelihoods of the drivers.
From Myanmar to Thailand: Displaced journalists tell their stories
"I still have concerns that police will raid our office and arrest us because we have no permit to operate a news agency."
Lives on the line in the Himalayan mountains
Glacial lake outbursts and debris flows will be more destructive and frequent in Nepal in the near future, highlighting the amplified risks of mountain living due to climate change.
Citizens place blame on India as flash floods ravage Bangladesh
Bangladesh is grappling with one of its worst floods in recent times, caused by heavy rainfall and influx of water from India's Tripura state rivers.
Madagascar: Hyperinflation could trigger a social implosion
Despite a booming African economy with a growth rate of 3.8 percent, the economic situation in Madagascar, also known as the Great Island, continues to deteriorate.
‘Nionsologie': A term used in DRC to describe those who profess to know it all
In the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), "pseudo-experts" who profess to “know it all” defy all knowledge-based logic and flood social media with their often unfounded comments.
Ecuador's conflicts of power: Was there an ‘attempted coup d'état’ or ‘political gender violence'?
The dispute between Ecuador's president and vice-president underscores the growing political instability in the country.
Coastal villages struggle to recover after oil spill disaster near Philippine capital
"Toxic oil spills in our oceans are like fires in our forests, leaving a path of destruction that brings decades of negative impacts."
What are the controversies over Hong Kong’s latest cybersecurity bill?
“The proposals give authorities overly broad powers that could threaten the integrity of service providers and rock confidence in the city’s digital economy.”
How LGBTQ+ people live in Russia after being labeled an extremist community
How has life changed for queer people across different regions of Russia after the ban on the LGBTQ+ "movement?" What do they fear and dream about?
From uprootedness to artistic expression: An interview with Cameroonian artist Salifou Lindou
'Lindou’s art reflects a rare sensitivity, addressing contemporary complexities through a refined aesthetic lens, reacts to current events and offers a sophisticated meditation on power, identity, and the human condition.'
Belarusian stand-up comedian who compared Lukashenka to a sparrow is accused of defamation
The comedian is well-known for his outspoken criticism of the Belarusian regime and its security forces, particularly in the wake of the 2020 opposition protests
What happened to Nigeria at the Paris Olympics?
With 88 sportsmen and women sent to represent the country at the 2024 Paris Olympics, this is the eighth time the most populous African nation has left the Olympics without a medal.
