Malaysia’s ban on social media for people younger than16 has been framed as a child-safety measure, but critics warn that it could prove difficult to enforce and may come at the cost of online privacy.
Families across Kenya are grappling with missing children cases, as gaps in child protection systems come under scrutiny and authorities dispute claims of a worsening crisis
From data colonialism to deepfakes, AI is reshaping Africa. A new study shows where Kenyan and South African coverage falls short, and offers practical steps to deepen and improve reporting.
Russia and the Afghan Taliban have signed a deal on repairing Soviet-era and Russian-made weapons, a seemingly small move in a larger game involving the US, Pakistan and Moscow’s efforts to curb Western influence.
President Samia Suluhu Hassan is on a three-day visit to Russia, traveling with a business delegation. Relations with Western nations have cratered in recent months amid criticism of Tanzania’s handling of dissent.
The satirical Cockroach Janta Party has tapped into the concerns of the India’s youth over issues plaguing the nation’s education and employment policies.
Sunday’s election in Kosovo — the third in under 16 months — is marked by a clash between former allies PM Albin Kurti and ex-President Vjosa Osmani, deadlock in the dialogue with Serbia and obstacles to EU integration.
The World Meteorological Organization says there’s a high likelihood of a moderate or possibly strong El Nino weather phenomenon in the coming months. This could push temperatures higher and impact rainfall.
President Lai Ching-te has opened an AI and tech summit in Taipei, saying preserving the status quo is key to securing supply chains. Taiwan is a crucial chipmaker, but its ties with China are a constant source of risk.
Drought is often blamed for herder-farmer violence in Nigeria. But new research shows that clashes also arise when Muslim herders meet largely Christian farming communities, turning rivalry over land into conflict.
