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The Gambian President, Adama Barrow, has issued directives to prevent the spread the coronavirus.Disclosing this on Tuesday March 17th, 2020, the President stated that all schools including universities would close for three weeks.“All…

In a bid to contain the spread of coronavirus, Somaliland’s government has disclosed plan to close down all schools in the country.According to the statement released on Tuesday March 17th, 2020, by the government, schools will shut for…

Members of Nigeria’s upper legislative chamber has urged President Muhammadu Buhari to ban nationals from high-risk countries such as China, United Kingdom, United States from entering the countryThe senate made the call in a statement on…

The World Health Organization (WHO) has described the coronavirus pandemic as the defining global health crisis of our time, and urged countries to test all suspected cases of COVID-19."We have a simple message to all countries - test,…

Following the alarming rate of bribery and exploitation by public office holders in Saudi Arabia, government officials, including military and security personnel, have been detained by Saudi authorities.This was disclosed on Sunday March…

The National Black Church Initiative (NBCI), has enjoined church leaders to adhere strictly to guidelines stipulated by the science regarding COVID-19.NBCI is a faith-based coalition of 34,000 churches comprised of 37 denominations and…

Underneath the panic caused by Coronavirus and the fall out of OPEC lies opportunity for African oil producerSometimes it is easy to forget how interconnected human lives across the globe have become. Perhaps we no longer talk as much…

Four outstanding young people have won Commonwealth Youth Awards for innovative projects that are delivering sustainable development in their countries.The awards recognise exceptional contributions of young people whose ventures are…

The African Union Day Foundation (AUDF) has called for 1 million volunteers as it prepares for its 12th anniversary in September this year, according to a press release.AUDF, which was founded in July 2006 by a group of patriotic Africans…

Health authorities in Spain have reported a surge in the cases of coronavirus in the country.While disclosing this today, the authorities disclosed that the infections have reached 5,753 people.The worldwide death toll from the…

Namibia’s ‘Water Sector Support Program’ has received a loan of 121.7 million USD and a grant of 3million Euro from the Rural Water Supply Foundation Initiative Trust Fund of the African Development Bank.The program which is aimed at…

UEFA has announced all Champions League and Europa League matches scheduled for next week have been postponed.UEFA disclosed this in a statement on Friday March 13th, 2020."In the light of developments due to the spread of Covid-19 in…

The United States has launched airstrikes against five weapon storage facilities across Iraq.American officials who disclosed this said the airstrikes, which were launched on Thursday March 12th, 2020, was in retaliation for a deadly…

Following the rise in death toll in France the French Council of the Muslim Faith (CFCM) has announced plan to shut down mosques in the country to contain coronavirus.It was gathered that by Friday next week, all large mosques in places…

Somalia has disclosed clearance of its arrears to World Bank Group.The Federal Government of Somalia disclosed this on Monday March 9th, 2020.With this clearance, Somalia has fully re-established its access to new resources from IDA…

Vice Chancellor Profesor Francis Petersen has called for stronger ties between the higher education sector and industry in order to create South African entrepreneurial success stories during the fourth industrial revolution.The economic…

In line with its mission to give people the power to build community around the world and its commitment to supporting the community leaders who drive change, Facebook has announced the launch of the Community Accelerator programme which…

Hundreds of women, youth, elders, politicians have gathered to celebrate international women's day in the cities of Baidoa, Beletweyne, Dhobley, Jowhar, Kismayo, and MogadishuWomen across Somalia joined the rest of the world on Sunday…

Following the locust damage experienced in Kenya, Somalia, Djibouti, humanitarian assistance in the area of food has been provided through World Food Programme (WFP).This was disclosed in a statement by the government of Japan on Tuesday…

Rwanda Correctional Services (RCS) has denied rumours circulating on Social Media over the death of Dr. Christopher Kayumba – a seasoned journalist and University lecturer who was recently detained at Nyarugenge prison.“RCS denies rumors…

The United States Commission on International Religious Freedom (USCIRF), a U.S. federal government commission has condemned South Korea for desecrating its church over coronavirus outbreak.USCIRF expressed deep regret and concern over…

Sudan’s Prime Minister, Amdalla Hamdok, has survived an assassination attempt after a blast near his convoy in Khartoum.Disclosing this on his Tweeter handle, on Monday March 9th, 2020, Homdok said, “What happened will not stop the path…

The Governor Abdullahi Ganduje-led administration has announced the dethronement of Mallam Muhammad Sanusi's as Emir of Kano State.The traditional ruler's dethronement, according to the Director General, Media and Communications, Kano…

Parkchester Times has organized a political debate for candidates contesting in the November 3rd US election.The Candidates Forum is shelduled to hold on Tuesday April 7, 2020 between 6:00-8:00 PM within the Bronx Community Board 9.…

The Nasrul-lahi-li Fathi Society (NASFAT), Nigeria, has organized two-day training for all the Amirahs and Heads of Dawah in the southwestern zone of the Society.The training, which was held between Friday March 6th and Sunday March 8th,…

About 70 people have trapped after a quarantine hotel collapsed in China.The victims were said to be quarantined in a hostel as a result of the coronavirus epidemic in the city of Quanzhou, China.It was reported that almost 40 of the 70…

The convener of the Mike Bloomberg for President Group, Sheikh Musa Drammeh, has gathered New Yorkers to deliberate way forward after the withdrawal of Mike Bloomberg from the US presidential race.According to Sheikh Musa, the support for…

Saudi Arabia has detained two senior members of the royal family: Prince Ahmed bin Abdulaziz, the younger brother of King Salman, and Mohammed bin Nayef, the king's nephew.According to reports, Prince Ahmed bin Abdulaziz, the king's…

The New York residents, especially women, have been invited to the first Lifestyle Lifespan Outdoor Group Exercise organised by Sheik Musa Drammeh. The exercises, which are organized majorly for women, is scheduled to hold in New York…

In a bid to address some of the economic difficulties faced by the Nigerien youth, the International Organization for Migration (IOM) has organized several training courses for community members in the municipalities of Dirkou, Djado, Fachi…