Africa South Africa The sale of unregulated medicines is increasing in South Africa, where fake and substandard medicines are distributed through informal channels, informal outlets, online platforms, and cross-border smuggling, with people often buying unaware of fakes
Asia Mongolia Cooperation with Tsinghua University in Beijing, China, is being enhanced to train professionals and researchers through scholarships and targeted programs; The partnership includes joint research in urban development, logistics and environmental studies
Europe Luxembourg Luxembourg prison officers’ association warned of concern for staff safety and poor working conditions in institutions, calling for ‘massive and rapid’ recruitment across the country's detention centres
Africa Namibia Speaking at the University of Namibia's April graduation ceremony in Windhoek, president Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah confirmed the institution recorded a 747% increase in student enrolment since 1992, with its student population rising from 3.639 to 30.836
Asia Turkey Rising temperatures in Istanbul have led to an increase in sightings of pine processionary caterpillars in forested areas, with experts warning that the insects can trigger allergic reactions in both humans and pets
Asia Kuwait Kuwait International Airport is secure and ready for full operations pending approval from relevant authorities; current security measures are precautionary and the airport is gradually returning to normal operations following recent regional tensions
Africa Tanzania A London Stock Exchange listed exploration firm has identified nine prospective gold license areas in Lake Victoria goldfields using an AI-assisted exploration program
America Paraguay Coffee consumption in Paraguay is growing with the arrival of international brands, the diversification of offerings, and increasingly sophisticated consumers; In 2025, imports grew by 71,8%, reaching 1.400 tons for a total value of over US$13 million
America Honduras Honduras officially announced its withdrawal from the Central American Court of Justice agreement, signed in 1992, citing technicalities of the mechanism and indicating that this measure will free up $720.000 a year to be allocated to 2026–30 agenda
America Brazil 2 million people packed Copacabana Beach for a free concert by singer Shakira; Rio de Janeiro city officials confirmed figures that mark the biggest show of the Colombian pop star's career
Africa Sao Tome and Principe To mark the 70th anniversary of diplomatic relations between China and African countries and the Year of China-Africa Human and Cultural Exchanges, starting 1 May duty-free is applying to Sao Tomé and more countries with diplomatic ties with China
Asia Vietnam Local firms are testing AI-driven commerce tools: pilot chatbots for customer service, AI-powered product recommendations, demand forecasting and automated ad targeting; trials focus on e-commerce platforms to boost sales and efficiency
Africa Ivory Coast Unfair competition from unauthorized foreign operators is disrupting local transport market and putting pressure on Ivorian companies; local stakeholders denounced the situation, High Council of Employers of Land Transport Companies expressed concerns
Africa Mali Mali has been hit by a surge of coordinated attacks by jihadist groups linked to al-Qaeda and Islamic State, targeting military bases, towns and key infrastructure; Authorities have responded with intensified military operations and security measures