Budget carrier Avelo Airlines says it has signed an agreement to fly deportation flights from Arizona starting in May By SUSAN HAIGH Associated Press Budget carrier Avelo Airlines signed an agreement to fly federal deportation flights from Arizona starting in May, according to the company, whose founder acknowledged the decision may be controversial. Andrew Levy
Six-time English Premier League Champion, Rio Ferdinand, has urged Manchester United to go all out for Super Eagles forward, Victor Osimhen, in the summer transfer window, Soccernet.ng reports. The Red Devils are currently experiencing their worst top-flight campaign in over three decades, languishing in 13th place with 38 points on the English Premier League table.
Health is a fundamental and universal right, and disease prevention is a global priority. In Angola, as in other countries, non-communicable diseases (NCDs) represent a growing challenge for health systems and the well-being of the population. The World Health Organization includes chronic lung diseases, cancer, diabetes, and cardiovascular diseases in the group of non-communicable diseases.
“Blood transfusion saved my life, so I know how important it is to donate blood” - Mphikeleli Mlotsa. In 2023 during school break, Mphikeleli Mlotsa, a Form 4 student at Nyetane High School was involved in a grisly car accident that almost cost him his life. The accident occurred at a time when the Blood
Monrovia – Protecting her 13-year-old daughter, Jamsetta Kumeh, from human papillomavirus (HPV) overrode Buludi Martin’s reservations about the vaccine that prevents the infection that can cause cervical cancer. Today she is content that she made the correct decision. “I was afraid, of course,” she admits. “There are so many stories about vaccines, and I wasn't
Juba, 8 March 2024 – In South Sudan, driving has traditionally been perceived as a male-only profession. However, this stereotype has been challenged by three inspirational female drivers; Lucia Khamis, Jokudu Rejoice and Inna Medina - who are passionately dedicated to serving underserved communities by delivering healthcare nationwide. Lucia Khamis, the first female driver at
Tsholotsho – In Tsholotsho district, Matebeleland North Province, Junior Ndlovu stands in line with other parents at Gandisa Business Centre, her two children by her side. They are waiting to be vaccinated against polio. "I understand the importance of immunization and believe it's crucial for children to receive these vaccines," says Junior, reflecting the sentiment
Abuja, 10 March, 2024 - In a vibrant celebration of women's achievements and progress towards gender empowerment, equality and a healthier population, the World Health Organization (WHO) in Nigeria marked 2024 International Women's Day with a series of commemorative events alongside women across the nation. “The theme of the 2024 International Women’s Day "Invest in women:
Ce 8 mars 2024 à Niamey, une conférence sur l’endométriose animée par le Pr Madi NAYAMA [1] a marqué la célébration de la journée internationale des femmes 2024. Organisée par la Société de Gynécologie et d’obstétrique du Niger et l’association des sages femmes du Niger en collaboration avec le ministère de la Santé publique et
Dr Olive Sentumbwe Mugisa is a wife and mother of four. A Doctor of Medicine with a master's degree in obstetrics and gynecology, Olive is an exceptional Ugandan woman who has worked hard to achieve her career goals. Born and raised in the small village of Mawanda, in Kampala, she always dreamed of becoming a
Ethiopia is stepping up its efforts to tackle the growing threat of antimicrobial resistance (AMR) with a comprehensive approach involving government agencies, healthcare professionals, and international partners. Led by the Ministry of Health (MoH) and the Ethiopia Public Health Institute (EPHI), the country is implementing robust surveillance systems and collaborative initiatives to combat AMR. In
Harare ‒ Juliet Chikono, a resident of Zimbabwe’s capital, Harare, is now relieved since she is among the more than 2.1 million Zimbaweans who were vaccinated against cholera in the single dose reactive campaign to curb the latest outbreak of the disease that has been reported in all of the country’s 10 provinces. “Our community
Yaoundé — Ministers of Health from African countries with the highest burden of malaria committed today to accelerated action to end deaths from the disease. They pledged to sustainably and equitably address the threat of malaria in the African region, which accounts for 95% of malaria deaths globally. The Ministers, gathering in Yaoundé, Cameroon, signed
Abuja ‒ Adenike Olayemi says Nigeria’s cervical cancer screening programme saved her life: “I cannot imagine what could have happened if I had not done the screening and gone for treatment.” Olayemi, 43, who lives in Ondo State, was among 667 women who tested positive for the human papillomavirus (HPV) and underwent treatment to avert
Budget carrier Avelo Airlines says it has signed an agreement to fly deportation flights from Arizona starting in May By SUSAN HAIGH Associated Press Budget carrier Avelo Airlines signed an agreement to fly federal deportation flights from Arizona starting in May, according to the company, whose founder acknowledged the decision may be controversial. Andrew Levy
NEW YORK -- The Trump administrated has canceled millions of dollars in international grants that a Department of Labor division administered to combat child labor and slave labor around the world. The Bureau of International Labor Affairs helped reduce the number of child laborers worldwide by 78 million over the last two decades, including by
The presidency has refuted claims of a shake-up in the leadership of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC). A tweet on Monday by Daniel Bwala, special adviser to the president on policy communication, said there is no truth to the rumours that Mahmood Yakubu, INEC chairman, has been removed from office. “The story trending across
2024 EFL Championship winners, Leicester City, are drawing closer to a return to the English second division following a 3-0 loss to Newcastle United at the King Power Stadium, Soccernet.ng reports. The Foxes are yet to win a game since their 2-1 victory over Ange Postecoglu’s Tottenham Hotspur in January, and their winless streak continued