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One county, two countries; Wisconsin's 'super swing county' in observer's eyes

By Xinhua   2024-11-02 12:00:00

With the election just days away, campaign signs for both Harris and Trump are seen side by side along a main road in Door County, northeastern Wisconsin.

Lebanese PM accuses Israel of rejecting ceasefire efforts

By Xinhua   2024-11-02 11:50:00

Lebanese Prime Minister Najib Mikati accused Israel of rejecting efforts to reach a ceasefire as Israeli forces resumed bombing Beirut's southern suburbs.

Toll-free line to report gender-based violence for athletes launched

By Xinhua   2024-11-05 11:27:51

The hotline, 1195, is a partnership between the National Government Affirmative Action Fund (NGAAF), Athletics Kenya, and Equity Bank.

Kenya's macadamia farmers overcome market hurdles, embrace export growth

By Xinhua   2024-11-05 11:39:12

Unlike traditional crops, macadamia nuts require specialized care, and the timing of the harvest is critical for maintaining quality.

Duma Boko inaugurated as Botswanan President

By Xinhua   2024-11-09 13:00:22

Boko promised that his government would create a brighter tomorrow with support from the citizens during the ceremony.

South Sudan parties set to resume peace talks in Kenya

By Xinhua   2024-11-09 13:16:10

South Sudan's Transitional Government of National Unity and holdout opposition groups will resume peace talks in Nairobi, the Kenyan capital, on Monday, a chief mediator announced on Friday.

Huawei partners with Kenyan firm on artificial intelligence customer care solution

By Xinhua   2024-11-21 11:38:03

Chinese technology firm Huawei signed an agreement here on Tuesday with insurance company Kupa Kenya to roll out an artificial intelligence customer care (AICC) solution.

Huawei, charity partners to empower women with digital skills in Kenya

By Xinhua   2024-11-22 12:26:33

Chinese telecom company Huawei said on more than 500 women in Meru County have been equipped with digital skills through a training program program it launched with Kenyan partners.

AU, UN agencies call for building resilient industries to advance Africa's development

By Xinhua   2024-11-22 12:43:07

The African Union (AU) and two United Nations agencies have called for concerted efforts in building resilient industries to drive Africa's development aspirations.

WTO report examines AI's impact on global trade

By Xinhua   2024-11-22 13:18:13

The World Trade Organization (WTO) released a report on Thursday titled "Trading with Intelligence: How AI Shapes and is Shaped by International Trade.

Women in war-torn Sudan earn living by making sweets

By Xinhua   2024-11-25 13:54:37

These women, displaced by the ongoing civil war in the country, are striving to overcome life's hardships by securing a source of income after losing their homes and belongings to the conflict.

UN urges Somalia to up investment in fight against gender-based violence

By Xinhua   2024-11-25 16:26:34

The United Nations in Somalia on Monday called on authorities to ramp up investment in the fight against gender-based violence in the country.

Rwanda launches 16 Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence

By Xinhua   2024-11-26 11:01:42

Rwanda started the 16 Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence (GBV) Monday, calling for joint efforts to tackle gender-based violence.

140 women killed by partner or family member every day in 2023: UN report

By Xinhua   2024-11-26 11:18:48

An average of 140 women and girls were killed every day in 2023 by their partner or a family member, according to a UN report published on Monday.

UN concludes workshop to strengthen electoral integrity in South Sudan

By Xinhua   2024-11-26 11:31:21

According to the UNMISS, an effective and trusted justice system is crucial from the start of the electoral process to reduce the risk of disputes turning violent.

Interview: China's modernization provides roadmap for Africa: think-tank chief

By Xinhua   2024-11-26 12:51:45

China's modernization provides a valuable roadmap for African countries, a Zambian think-tank chief recently said.

Kenyan students shine at Huawei-sponsored digital talent camp in south China

By Xinhua   2024-11-27 19:00:00

The students developed a digital tool that proposes a smart system designed to address Kenya's recurring flooding challenges by clearing drainage systems of trash and debris.

Kenya issues floods alert amid heavy rains

By Xinhua   2024-12-01 13:00:00

The Kenyan government has issued a flood alert following heavy rains affecting several parts of the country.

South Sudan obtains over 280,000 vaccine doses to tackle cholera

By Xinhua   2024-12-01 10:36:04

South Sudan, with support from the WHO, announced that it has secured more than 282,000 doses of oral cholera vaccine in areas identified as cholera transmission hotspots.

Uganda urges evacuation after landslide kills 20, leaves 100 missing

By Xinhua   2024-12-01 10:53:17

Uganda has urged people living in disaster-prone mountainous areas to evacuate immediately after a landslide killed 20 people and left another 100 missing.