Africa Faces Massive Poverty and Economic Hardship in the Name of Fighting Climate Change (By NJ Ayuk)

March 2025 was a disastrous month under Trump's presidency, with tariffs and economic threats causing market crashes, erasing gains from his election. The portfolio owner, who achieved financial independence in 2020-2021 with a $1.3m ETF portfolio, saw a $150k decrease in net worth, primarily holding VTI, VGT, VCR, and some single name stocks. The market saw significant declines with the S&P and Nasdaq entering correction territory, down more than 10% from highs, as Trump's tariffs...

Secretary of State Marco Rubio has ordered diplomats overseas to scrutinize social media content of certain visa applicants, focusing on those suspected of criticizing the U.S. and Israel. Consular officers are now required to conduct mandatory social media checks on student and exchange visitor visa applicants who may have terrorist ties, sympathies, or expressed sympathy for Palestinians during the Gaza war. Rubio has revoked over 300 visas, with a focus on students involved in campus...

SANParks has graduated 24 elite rangers to enhance the SEAM operator team at Table Mountain National Park, focusing on environmental protection and visitor safety. The rangers underwent rigorous selection and para-military training, resulting in a diverse skillset for combatting criminal activities. With significant operational achievements and collaboration with external partners, SANParks is dedicated to safeguarding the Park for current and future generations. Full Article

The WHO published reports highlighting the critical lack of medicines and diagnostic tools for invasive fungal diseases, emphasizing the need for innovative R&D. With common infections becoming resistant to treatment, severely ill patients and those with weakened immune systems are disproportionately affected. The reports underscore the urgent need for safer antifungal medicines, improved diagnostics, and increased global investment in research and development to address the growing threat of invasive fungal diseases. Full Article

A 56-year-old man in Kwa-Thema was found guilty of raping his daughter after she reported the abuse to a neighbor. The daughter revealed that her father had been sexually assaulting her since she was six years old, despite his denial and claims of innocence. Despite a court-ordered psychiatric evaluation indicating the daughter's intellectual disability and epilepsy, the man was convicted and will be sentenced on May 15. Full Article

Aliko Dangote remains Africa's richest person for the 14th year, with a net worth of $23.9 billion, boosted by his new refinery. Forbes' 2025 African Billionaire Ranking shows 22 billionaires in Africa worth $105 billion, led by South Africa with seven. While some fortunes like Johann Rupert and Femi Otedola grew, others like Abdulsamad Rabiu and Strive Masiyiwa declined, indicating a shifting billionaire landscape in Africa. Full Article