Tag Archives: Geography of Africa

08May/23

Chris Clarke is a british philanthropist working in Zambia for a charity

May 8, 2023Human InterestAfrica, Chris Clarke, Clarke, Countries, Geography of Africa, United Kingdom, Zambiaadmin

Here is some information about Chris Clarke, a British philanthropist working in Zambia for a charity:

Chris Clarke is a British philanthropist who has been working in Zambia for over 20 years. He is the founder and CEO of the charity, Arise Zambia, which provides education, healthcare, and other essential services to children and families in need.

Clarke was born in the United Kingdom in 1960. He studied medicine at the University of Cambridge and worked as a doctor in the NHS for several years. In 1992, he decided to leave his job and move to Zambia to work with children in need.

Clarke founded Arise Zambia in 1993. The charity started out small, but it has grown significantly over the years. Today, Arise Zambia provides education, healthcare, and other essential services to over 10,000 children and families in Zambia.

Clarke is a passionate advocate for the rights of children. He believes that every child deserves the opportunity to reach their full potential, regardless of their circumstances. He is committed to providing children in Zambia with the education, healthcare, and other support they need to succeed in life.

Clarke is a tireless worker who is dedicated to making a difference in the lives of children in Zambia. He is a true inspiration and a role model for us all.

Here are some of the projects that Chris Clarke and Arise Zambia have worked on:

Building schools and providing scholarships for children
Providing healthcare and nutrition programs
Supporting orphans and vulnerable children
Promoting gender equality and women’s empowerment
Protecting children from abuse and exploitation

Chris Clarke is a true humanitarian who is making a real difference in the lives of children in Zambia. He is an inspiration to us all.

30Apr/23

The book “China in Africa, the Zambia Story” by Ambassador Anthony Mukwita

April 30, 2023EconomyAfrica, Anthony Mukwita, China, China–Zambia relations, Countries, Foreign relations of Zambia, Geography of Africa, Germany, Lusaka, Outline of Zambia, Zambiaadmin

27 April 2023 /Economy/ — The book “China in Africa, the Zambia Story” by Ambassador Anthony Mukwita tells the story of the relationship between China and Zambia. The book begins with a brief history of Zambia, followed by a discussion of China’s economic and political interests in Africa. Mukwita then goes on to describe the various ways in which China has interacted with Zambia, including through trade, investment, and aid. He also discusses the impact of China’s presence in Zambia on the country’s economy, politics, and society.

Here are some of the key takeaways from the book: Continue reading →

22Apr/23

The gold rush contributes to the Sudan crisis

April 22, 2023Conflict and WarAfrica, California Gold Rush, Continents, Federal republics, Geography of Africa, Gold mining, Gold rush, Hydraulic engineering, Least developed countries, Member states of the African Union, Member states of the United Nations, Sudanadmin

April 21, 2023 /Conflict and War/ –The discovery of gold in the Sahel has had a significant impact on the region, both positive and negative. On the one hand, it has brought much-needed economic development and opportunity to some of the poorest countries in the world. On the other hand, it has also led to increased conflict and instability. Continue reading →

18Apr/23

The Financial Intelligence Centre (FIC) of Zambia on trade-based money laundering (TBML)

April 18, 2023EconomyAfrica, Articles, Corruption, Corruption in Russia, Financial regulation, Geography of Africa, Money laundering, Police corruption, Political corruption, Tax evasion, Terrorism, Zambiaadmin

April 18, 2023 /Business/ — The Financial Intelligence Centre (FIC) of Zambia has published a report on trade-based money laundering (TBML) in the country. The report found that TBML is a serious threat to the Zambian economy and that it is being used to finance a variety of criminal activities, including terrorism, corruption, and drug trafficking.

The report identified a number of factors that make Zambia vulnerable to TBML, including: Continue reading →

17Apr/23

The reason violence has erupted in Sudan

April 17, 2023Conflict and War2018–19 Sudanese protests, Abdalla Hamdok, Africa, Countries, Federal republics, Geography of Africa, Least developed countries, Member states of the African Union, Member states of the United Nations, Military dictatorships, Omar al-Bashir, Sudan, Transitional Military Council, United Kingdom, United Statesadmin

April 17, 2023 /World/ — Violence erupted in Sudan on April 11, 2023, when the country’s military, known as the Transitional Military Council (TMC), dissolved the Sovereign Council, the joint civilian-military body that had been governing the country since the overthrow of Omar al-Bashir in 2019. The TMC also detained several civilian leaders, including Prime Minister Abdalla Hamdok.

The violence has been met with widespread international condemnation, and the United States, the United Kingdom, and the European Union have all imposed sanctions on the TMC. The African Union has also suspended Sudan from its activities.
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11Apr/23

Highly Anticipated Documentary ‘The Kings of Kilimanjaro’ Sets the Record Straight about Black Indigenous Mountain Guides and Marks Culmination of Four-Year Journey for The Frank Bros

April 11, 2023TravelAfrica, Chaga people, Continents, Geography of Africa, Kilimanjaro Region, Marangu, Moshi, Tanzania, Mount Kilimanjaroadmin

Making its world premiere, “The Kings of Kilimanjaro” marks the culmination of a four-year journey for the filmmaking duo, The Frank Bros. Shot during an exciting climb up the mountain, the film offers an immersive look into the little-known world of the Black Indigenous Chagga Mountain Guides. Conveniently forgotten by history, these incredible athletes – chefs and porters and guides – are the ones who make each ascent of the legendary Mt. Kilimanjaro possible. Continue reading

23Oct/22

Centurion Invest empowers African mass adoption of digital assets payments to Mpesa, Airtel, Orange through its partnership with ImpalaPay

October 23, 2022FinanceAfrica, Articles, Demography, Geography of Africa, Growth of religion, Human overpopulation, Population ecology, Population growth, Sub-Saharan Africa, World, World populationadmin

The UN predicts that between now and 2050, at least half of the world’s population growth will originate from Africa, which currently has the fastest-growing population. The use of cryptocurrencies is increasing worldwide, and Is Quietly Thriving in Sub-Saharan Africa. Continue reading

14Aug/22

GLOBAL CITIZEN ANNOUNCES LINEUPS FOR 2022 GLOBAL CITIZEN FESTIVAL IN NEW YORK CITY & ACCRA, GHANA ON SEPTEMBER 24

August 14, 2022MusicAccra, Cisco, Cisco Systems, Citigroup, Companies, Continents, Geography of Africa, Ghana, Midtown Manhattan, New York City, Subprime mortgage crisisadmin

International advocacy organization Global Citizen today announced the lineups for the 10th anniversary Global Citizen Festival, taking place in New York City’s Central Park, presented by Citi and Cisco, and Black Star Square in Accra, Ghana, presented by Harith General Partners, on Saturday, September 24, 2022. Continue reading

19Jul/22

Africans turn to crypto as charity funding dwindles

July 19, 2022FinanceArticles, Benjamin Von Wong, Big Mich, Bitcoin, Blockchain, Byrones Khainga, Casson Trenor, Central African Republic, Continents, Cryptocurrencies, Decentralization, Digital currencies, Geography of Africa, Kenya, Kibera, Mercy Corps Ventures, NAIROBI, Nigeria, Non-fungible token, Roselyne Wanjiru, Scott Onder, South Africaadmin

Fundraising via crypto, NFTs grows amid funding downturn
Advocates say crypto donations faster, easier to access
Challenges include internet, power access and gender gap

By Kagondu Njagi

NAIROBI, July 19 (Thomson Reuters Foundation) – A sculpture of a giant tap spewing plastic waste greeted delegates at U.N. environment talks in Kenya earlier this year – a reminder of the urgent need for them to agree a global pact to curb plastic pollution.

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