Burkina Faso is experiencing a notable shift in consumer behavior, as more citizens turn to natural and healthy drinks in place of alcohol. Leading this transformation is Dafani, the country’s largest natural juice producer, which has become a symbol of both health-conscious living and economic empowerment. In a major boost to local industry, Dafani recently renovated its production facility, upgrading its operations and creating thousands of new jobs for Burkinabé workers. The company’s expansion is not only helping reduce unemployment but also revitalizing the local economy through direct investment and value addition. One of the most impactful outcomes of Dafani’s…
Author: Abdallah el-Kurebe
Fossil fuel (energy corporations) giants are not just destroying the planet — they are also complicit in violence, occupation, and colonialism. Our new activist toolkit exposes the hidden ties between powerful energy corporations and the oppression of Palestine. Focusing on Eni and Dana Petroleum, this resource dives into their colonial legacies, environmental abuses, and the resistance movements rising up to confront them. From fossil fuel extraction in North Africa to infrastructure deals that strengthen Israel’s apartheid regime, these corporations profit from global systems of exploitation. And as long as they do, justice in Palestine — and climate justice everywhere —…
In the wake of a devastating flash flood that has displaced hundreds and left over 2,000 people missing in Mokwa, Niger State, the United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) has deployed a robust humanitarian response across two emergency camps established for survivors. According to local sources and emergency response teams, 54% of the missing are children under the age of 12, raising serious concerns about the safety and well-being of the most vulnerable in the affected communities. UNICEF, working alongside state and local authorities, has been providing life-saving services, including emergency nutrition for malnourished children, basic healthcare, water purification kits to…
The World Health Organization (WHO) has urged countries to introduce ‘sin taxes’ on tobacco, alcohol, and other harmful products to offset major aid cuts proposed by the United States under President Donald Trump. WHO Director-General Dr. Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus made the call Thursday at a tuberculosis forum, warning that abrupt reductions in official development assistance (ODA) are disrupting health services across low-income countries. “We are seeing treatment interruptions, clinics closed, health workers losing jobs, and setbacks across key health areas including TB, HIV, malaria, child health, and vaccinations,” he said. The appeal comes as Trump formally submitted a rescission proposal…
In adisplay of national unity and determination, Nigeria has officially launched the Partnership to Eliminate Cervical Cancer in Nigeria (pECCiN), a landmark initiative aimed at eradicating cervical cancer by 2030. The high-profile launch event, held in Abuja, brought together government leaders, international health experts, civil society organizations, and development partners under the leadership of Nigeria’s First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, a passionate advocate for women’s health. “This is a defining moment for the health of Nigerian women and girls,” declared the First Lady, calling on state governors, business leaders, and international partners to invest in the campaign. “We must break…
In a step toward addressing its chronic electricity challenges, Burkina Faso has entered into a strategic partnership with Russia to develop nuclear energy capabilities, signaling both an ambitious energy transition and a shift in its global alliances. The agreement, formalized between the Burkinabé government and Russia’s state-owned nuclear energy corporation, Rosatom, includes plans to build the country’s first nuclear power plant. Beyond infrastructure, the deal emphasizes training Burkinabé personnel, developing local capacity, and raising public awareness about nuclear energy. With less than a quarter of its population currently having access to electricity, Burkina Faso sees nuclear energy as a long-term…
In a rare and candid declaration from a West African military ruler, Burkina Faso’s interim president, Captain Ibrahim Traoré, has vowed to step aside if he loses the country’s next elections, scheduled for 2026. “I won’t hold onto power,” Traoré said. “If I lose the elections in 2026, I’ll step down without a fuss. My goal is to serve the people, not to rule indefinitely.” His words stand in sharp contrast to a growing trend across parts of the continent, where military takeovers and prolonged transitional periods have often resulted in postponed elections and leaders clinging to power. Traoré’s commitment…
Millions around the world joined governments, civil society, businesses, and communities on Wednesday to mark World Environment Day (WED) 2025, with a unified call to end plastic pollution. Themed #BeatPlasticPollution, this year’s global observance highlighted the growing urgency to tackle one of the planet’s most pervasive environmental threats. Official celebrations were held in Jeju Province, Republic of Korea, where global leaders and environmental advocates gathered to rally support for sustainable solutions to plastic waste. The event comes just two months ahead of renewed negotiations toward a legally binding Global Plastics Treaty under the UN framework. “Plastic waste clogs rivers, pollutes…
The Supreme Court of Nigeria has ended the long-running legal battle over the Gwandu Emirate by setting aside the judgments that reinstated Al-Mustapha Jokolo as the 19th Emir of Gwandu. In its ruling delivered on Wednesday, June 4, 2025, the apex court declared that Jokolo failed to exhaust necessary administrative procedures before heading to court, thereby rendering his suit incompetent from the outset. In a split decision of three to two, the Supreme Court held that Jokolo violated Section 5(4) of the Kebbi State Chiefs (Appointment and Deposition) Law, which mandates that any aggrieved party must first submit a formal…
A professor in Software Engineering and Information System Technology, Giland Ifebuchechukwu Chime has emerged as the world’s youngest university proprietor. The news is coming in a groundbreaking achievement that blends academic brilliance with entrepreneurial vision, Recognized as a Prof. Chime is the founder and proprietor of the First African Distance Learning University (FADLU)—an innovative institution aimed at expanding access to higher education across the continent through modern technology. Prof. Chime’s milestone not only underscores his personal academic success but also represents a major stride for Africa in the global education space. His academic footprint is notable on platforms such as…