Sierra Leone Bans Child Marriage With New Law

President Trump signed the Laken Riley Act into law, aimed at detaining undocumented immigrants involved in criminal activities, following bipartisan support in Congress. The law is named after a nursing student killed by an illegal immigrant and marks Trump's first legislative win of his second term. Trump praised Riley as a symbol of unity and credited the law for saving "countless innocent American lives." Full Article

Jonasse Vilanculo, a top student from Mozambique, achieved five distinctions in his NSC final exams of 2024 but faces challenges obtaining a study visa due to financial constraints. Despite excelling academically, Vilanculo's dreams of pursuing a BSc in Computer Science are in jeopardy as he lacks the necessary documentation and resources. With his parents working as street vendors, Vilanculo fears he may have to abandon his aspirations and resort to selling fruit if he cannot...

A rebel militia known as M23, backed by Rwanda, has seized Goma, a key city in the Congo, displacing 500,000 civilians and raising fears of a broader war. M23, founded in 2012, aims to protect Tutsis and Kinyarwanda speakers in eastern Congo and has a history of conflict with the Congolese government. Led by Sultani Makenga, M23 controls significant territory and has caused a humanitarian crisis in Goma, with violence, lack of basic services, and...

The US Secretary of State has approved an Emergency Humanitarian Waiver to ensure continued access to HIV treatment in 55 countries funded by PEPFAR, benefiting over 20 million people. UNAIDS welcomes this decision, emphasizing PEPFAR's critical role in the AIDS response and the importance of life-saving medication for those living with HIV. Efforts are ongoing to maintain essential HIV services during the 90-day funding pause for foreign assistance, with UNAIDS urging President Trump to prioritize...

The Ministry of Health of Sierra Leone and Mercy Ships have extended their partnership, with the Global Mercy hospital ship staying in Freetown until June 2026, continuing to provide free surgeries and healthcare training. A protocol agreement has been signed to deepen collaboration and support lasting change in Sierra Leone's healthcare system through 2030, emphasizing the significant impact and shared commitment between the two parties. Educational initiatives and training programs aim to improve access to...

Dr. Hon Pak, Senior Vice President at Samsung Electronics, emphasizes the importance of AI in driving progress in healthcare through solutions like Energy Score, which quantifies physical and mental energy levels. Samsung aims to leverage AI for early disease prevention, focusing on areas like blood glucose monitoring, to support proactive health management and simplify the wellness journey for all. As a global tech leader, Samsung is poised to revolutionize the digital health industry with its...