September 24, 2022

DR Congo leader, at UN, accuses Rwanda of aggression

Democratic Republic of Congo President Felix Tshisekedi on Tuesday accused Rwanda of direct aggression, renewing charges as he addressed the United Nations.   “Despite my goodwill and the Congolese people’s outstretched hand for peace, some of our neighbors find no

Zelensky blames Russia as world vows response to food shortages

Global leaders called Tuesday for urgent efforts to address global food insecurity amid fears of disastrous harvests next year, as Ukraine’s president blamed Russia for the crisis and sought the world’s “toughest reaction” against Moscow.   On the sidelines of

Seychelles mourns loss of former finance minister Peter Larose

The Seychelles’ President, Wavel Ramkalawan, has sent a message of condolence to the wife and family of former finance minister Dr. Peter Larose following his passing, State House said on Tuesday.   In his message, Ramkalawan said that Larose served

Queen’s death leaves Zimbabweans conflicted

On a chilly spring morning, a kilted piper playing the bagpipes led diplomats into Harare’s stone-walled Anglican Cathedral for a thanksgiving service in honour of Queen Elizabeth II.   But the turnout among the public was meagre — numbering in

Climate change: Seychelles’ sea cucumber stock falls by 30%

The stock of sea cucumbers in Seychelles is depleting by 30 percent due to various factors, including climate change, according to the results of a recently conducted survey.   The aim of the survey organised by the Seychelles Fishing Authority