The message in almost all nations that were decimated by the global Covid-19 pandemic has been: ‘Coronavirus is far from over. Let’s get ready for the second wave’.
Some countries are still dealing with large epidemics, but even those currently controlling the virus fear ‘the second wave’.
In the UK, health...
There is a popular graphic doing the rounds on social media which states that, on election day ballot papers reach even the most remote parts of the country. But the same cannot be said of developments.
The rural folks are always forgotten when it comes to development projects. In spite...
Despite the ministry of health and Nacosec’s efforts to enforce WHO Covid-19 safety guidelines, adherence appears to be still much of a problem, especially in villages.
People, continue to attend gatherings in excess of the stipulated 50 and 100 limits. Liquor stores continue to operate way beyond the stipulated 7:00pm...
Reports are filtering through that government has not paid a single cent to companies in the hospitality business, that provide quarantine facilities to Covid-19 suspects/patients.
This follows hot on the heels of our story last week that government owes service providers about M1.6billion in unpaid dues.
This problem affects all businesses,...
Violence against women and girls is one of the most prevalent human rights violations in the world. It knows no social, economic or national boundaries. Worldwide, an estimated one in three women will experience physical or sexual abuse in her lifetime.
Gender-based violence undermines the health, dignity, security and autonomy...
