The “First World” is still far richer than the rest of the planet and may well remain so. But the COVID-19 experience may just trigger new thinking in the “Third World”.
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COVID-19 has blown away the myth about ‘First’ and ‘Third’ world competence
Jumuiya Dithers, Stumbles, But Won’t Die Yet
Yet, where the cynics may see looming disaster and a bloc hurtling towards an eventual breakup, the optimist will see an opportunity for stock-taking of the gains since the regional bloc’s revival in 2000.
Mr. Eazi looking for new African Changemakers with emPawa
emPawa Africa aims to discover Africa’s emerging talented musical artistes and equip them with the skills to make it to the global music scene.
Uganda’s Joshua Cheptegei sets world record at Diamond League
Cheptegei had a spectacular finish at the IAAF Diamond League, setting a new world class personal best of 12.57.41 in Zurich and leaving behind jaw dropping moments of his victory lap.
DRC finally announces new cabinet
After assuming the reins of power in a hotly contested general election,…
Storm in the tea cup: Will the Uganda-Rwanda peace deal last?
A new dawn awakens for the citizens of Uganda and Rwanda who…
Uganda’s Winnie Byanyima appointed new UNAIDS Head
The United Nations Secretary General Antonio Guterres has appointed Winnie Byanyima as…
Jubilation as Uganda Airlines takes to the skies: What next?
It was a historic milestone when Uganda Airlines successfully completed its maiden…
The Win That AfCFTA Is
The Africa Continental Free Trade Agreement (AfCFTA) reached a milestone in the…
The Sudan Transition: To Where?
After months on the streets of Sudan towns, largely the capital…
