Hospice Candles Celebration: change of venue and date

Heading to Kigali, Rwanda for the Pan-African Surgical Conference, where global experts aim to improve access to surgical care. Co-founder of Operation Smile, Kathy Magee, reflects on their journey from helping children in the Philippines to expanding globally, focusing on training local medical professionals in Africa. The organization's work has led to significant impact, with a shift towards sustainable surgical care through local expertise and partnerships. Full Article

The recent G20 foreign ministers' meeting highlighted economic divisions due to unresolved global challenges like inflation, trade tensions, and the Ukraine conflict, with U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio's absence emphasizing major rifts. Despite the group's importance in addressing economic issues, differing views on trade, security, and recovery hindered cooperation, suggesting continued instability in global markets amidst rising inflation and recession concerns. Full Article

In his first interview since armed group backed by Rwanda seized territory in the Democratic Republic of Congo, President Felix Tshisekedi offered the United States and Europe a stake in the country's mineral wealth, dominated by China. Tshisekedi hopes Western investment will bring stability amidst conflict with Rwanda, which the EU has been accused of supporting through mineral deals. The crisis has escalated with the US imposing sanctions on M23 and Rwanda, while Tshisekedi aims...

Ekurhuleni Metro Police Department is concerned about an increase in accidents on wet roads and is urging motorists to take precautions to avoid further incidents. They advise drivers to buckle up, ensure working wipers and headlights, reduce speed, maintain a safe following distance, check tire tread depth, avoid sudden braking, watch out for hazards like water puddles and potholes, and refrain from using cellphones while driving. Motorists are reminded to prioritize safety and vigilance while...

Nigeria and Libya, after a tense encounter during the Africa Cup of Nations qualifying, meet again in the AfroBasket 2025 qualification, with D'Tigers facing Libya in Group B. The Nigerian basketball team is in Tripoli for the tournament, playing against Libya today, Uganda tomorrow, and Cape Verde on Sunday. Libya's Ministry of Sports is hosting the qualifiers in Tripoli from February 21 to 23, showcasing its organizational success and support for Arab and African sports....

The picturesque island of Mauritius has been crowned as the World's Best Honeymoon Destination for 2025 in the recent Travelers’ Choice Best of the Best Awards by TripAdvisor, celebrating excellence in travel. Mauritius beat out Bali and the Maldives for the top spot, solidifying its status in the luxury travel market. Richard Duval, Minister of Tourism in Mauritius, expressed pride in the recognition and highlighted the island's commitment to providing an unparalleled travel experience for...