America Canada Canada has become a significant player in the illegal wildlife trade according to an investigation by the Globe and Mail and the Pulitzer Center that give evidence of black-market activity propped up by vast wilderness, patrol blind spots, weak penalties
America Jamaica An appeal was made to employers to promote emotional well-being in the workplace as a means to increase productivity, reduce illness and create motivation by Director of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services of the Ministry of Health and Welfare
America Belize This year’s Strategic Alliances International Partners Conference has begun; under the theme “Unlocking Climate Finance and Disaster Risk Financing for Sustainable Development" it also pursues a stronger collaboration with international partners
Asia India The city of Kolkata looks set to decommission its iconic trams, in operation since 1873 and India's oldest tram, after a lack of investment, inadequate maintenance and a sharp decline in passenger numbers led to a decline in their status in recent decades
Africa Namibia The Namibia Airports Company announced profits of US$40,8 million for the 2023/2024 fiscal year, more than double those recorded in the previous fiscal period
America Bolivia Former Bolivian President Evo Morales threatened to block major roads if prosecutors pursue his arrest for alleged crimes of "human trafficking" and "statutory rape," with his supporters vowing national roadblocks in defense
Europe Belgium Local elections held on 13 October saw lukewarm participation and delivered results that partially deceived predictions, with far- and centre-right less successful than expected; experts commented that the so-called 'blue wave' found a 'red wall'
Africa Senegal An official ordinance was issued authorising the wearing of religious symbols - headscarves, crosses and sacred beads - at school and during school activities, thus promoting respect for religious beliefs
America Barbados Barbados was rated most creative economy in the Caribbean, ranking 77th in the Global Innovation Index 2024; the country over-performed regional average indicators of institutions, human capital, research, business sophistication, knowledge and technology
Africa Gabon The Gabonese parliament's report on the draft of the country's new constitution, which is part of the timetable set by the Committee for Transition and Institutional Restoration, was presented to the Transition President
America Saint Kitts and Nevis Strategies to enhance maritime safety and security were explored at the Regional Security System Coast Guard Commanders’ Conference held in St. Kitts Marriott from October 10 to 11, 2024
Africa Angola Rice production will be increased through a programme of development and technical advice, with the aim of reducing imports of a product of which the country purchases around 400.000 tonnes annually
America Trinidad and Tobago Drink manufacturer SM Jaleel, one of the largest non-oil exporters within the nation, celebrated 100 years of operation as a company, promising a commitment to both technological and human resources within the coming century as it steps into the future
America Bahamas Tax breaks will be introduced early next year for the purchase of solar panels and energy-efficient appliances, the Davis administration plans