[ad_1] NAIROBI, Kenya (AP) — Vultures scavenge for dead animals along a river turned sewer conduit in Kenya’s capital Nairobi. Its waters turn from clear to black as it traverses informal settlements and industrial hubs. The river and its tributaries cross Kibera, known as Africa’s largest slum with close to 200,000 residents, and other informal settlements. It skirts dozens of factories that manufacture textiles, liquor and building materials. Many have been accused by environmentalists of…
"Is there hope for a dying river in Kenya’s growing capital?"Tag: hope
[ad_1] February saw a furious round of diplomacy at the UN, as it became increasingly clear that Russia was intent on invading Ukraine, a crisis which UN Secretary-General António Guterres said was testing the “entire international system”. “We need restraint and reason. We need de-escalation now,” spelled out the UN chief, urging all sides to “refrain from actions and statements that would take this dangerous situation over the brink”. These calls were in vain, however,…
"As conflicts rage, international dialogue remains ‘the only hope’ for peace — Global Issues"
[ad_1] When it comes to cricket, Australia and Sri Lanka are usually bitter rivals. But in late June, after Australia’s cricket team won a match in the Sri Lankan capital Colombo, Australian cricketers got a surprising response from spectators: Sri Lankan fans cheered while wearing the bright yellow colors of the Australian team. The whole stadium was full of Australian flags and big posters that read, “Thank you, Australia.” Sri Lankan fans were showing gratitude to…
"‘An air of hope’: Sri Lankans see cricket as a welcome distraction from the country’s economic, political woes"
[ad_1] It’s been a historic week of reckoning in Democratic Republic of Congo as Belgium’s King Philippe paid a visit to the former Belgian colony in Central Africa. “This regime was that of an unequal relationship,” King Philippe said on Wednesday. He called it unjustifiable and said it was marked by paternalism and racism. Related: Benin negotiates with France to return precious objects taken during colonial war The Belgian rule over Congo was brutal. By some…
"Belgian King Philippe’s visit to DR Congo stirs hope for a ‘win-win partnership,’ historian says"