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LAGOS, Nigeria (AP) — When there were a small number of cases of locally transmitted malaria found in the United States last year, it was a reminder that climate change is reviving the immigration the threat of certain diseases. But across the African continent malaria has never gone away, killing or sickening millions of people.Meet Funmilayo Kotun, a 66-year-old resident of Makoko, an informal neighborhood in the city of Lagos, Nigeria. Its lakes of dirty water provide favorable breeding conditions for the mosquitoes that spread malaria. Kotun cannot afford insecticide-treated bedding that costs between $7 and $21 each, much less…

Traders are watching Tokyo after the yen hit a new 34-year low against the dollar. Photo: Richard A. Brooks/AFPSource: AFPAsian shares were mixed on Thursday as investors were cautious after big gains over the past three days, with Meta warning that it will spend much more than expected this year, fueling concerns that the latest tech rally may have gone too far away.Traders were also watching Japan as the yen fell to a new three-decade low above 155 to the dollar, a level many observers thought would likely see authorities intervene in currency markets.They were also preparing for the release…

Yo Osafo Maafo Yaw Osafo-Maafo, Senior Adviser to the President, recalled how some traditional authorities were furious with him for championing the idea of ​​asset disclosure during the National Consultative Conference for the Drafting of the 1992 Constitution. He expressed concern that chiefs could be killed by their relatives if they found out about the properties they owned, and said he therefore rejected the idea of ​​publishing a list of properties as part of the asset declaration system. Ta. Speaking at the Forum on Open Government Partnerships and Transparency in the Construction Sector in Accra on Tuesday, April 23, he…

Capitals of Delhi 224 for 4 (Pant 88*, Axar 66, Warrier 3-15) win Gujarat Titans 220 for 8 (Sai ​​Sudharsan 65, Miller 55, Saha 39, Salam 3-44, Kuldeep 2-29) by four runsIn a memorable finish to IPL 2024, Rashid Khan almost took Gujarat Titans (GT) home in a chase of 225 against Delhi Capitals (DC). But Mukesh Kumar held his nerve to defend 19 from the last over as DC completed a thrilling four-run win.For Rashid to have a shot at chasing the lofty target, GT had B Sai Sudharsan (65 in 39 balls) and David Miller (55 in 23)…

WhatsApp introduced a feature that enhances security without the hassle of remembering complex passwords: Access keys. This guide will walk you through the process of setting up passwords on WhatsApp, ensuring that your messages remain private and secure. Step 1: Update WhatsAppBefore you start, make sure your WhatsApp app is updated to the latest version available on the Play Store. Step 2: Access your password settingsOpen WhatsApp and tap the menu icon in the top right corner. Select ‘Settings’ and after ‘account’. Here, you will find the ‘Access keysselection. Step 3: Create your passwordOnce you get to the Passkeys section,…

Rapper and Highlife star Kofi Kinaata doesn’t like the politics most Ghanaians doAccording to him, there is too much partisanship that is against the national interestHe added that people’s love for their political parties blinds them when making decisionsBeloved music star Kofi Kinaata has expressed concern about the mindset of Ghanaians regarding politics.For him, citizens prioritize their loyalty to political parties over the welfare of the country.Kofi Kinaata spoke about partisanship in Ghana Photo source: @kinaataghSource: InstagramThe Confessions The hitmaker lamented the current situation, which makes it difficult for people to voice their concerns about the ongoing challenges for fear…

In a refreshing twist to what had begun to look like a depressing turn to the days when coups were very present in post-colonial Africa, 80 political parties and non-governmental organizations in Mali joined forces earlier this month to demand new elections after nearly four years of rule by a military junta. However, “coup contagion” lurks on Africa’s political horizon, as a recent failed attempt in South Sudan shows. A number of other coup attempts in African states in recent years have been successful. This scenario has again led experts to opine about a “coup contagion” on the continent, one…

Gateway Pundit files for bankruptcy as it faces a slew of misinformation lawsuits.. Photo: ROBERTO SCHMIDT / AFPSource: AFPUS far-right conspiracy website Gateway Pundit is filing for bankruptcy, its founder said Wednesday, as it fights a series of lawsuits alleging it promoted misinformation about the 2020 election.Parent company TGP Communications is seeking Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection in Florida, founder Jim Hoft said in a note to readers, blaming “progressive liberal” lawsuits.Launched as a blog in 2004, Gateway Pundit rose to prominence by spouting conspiracy theories about a range of topics, from mass shootings to Donald Trump’s false claim that the…

IMANI Africa Chairman Franklin Cudjoe said his think tank would not bow to pressure to organize demonstrations against the government over the ongoing power outages, known as “damsalls”. He stressed that IMANI intends to carry out protests at its own pace and that individuals who share their grievances are welcome to organize demonstrations. In a Facebook post on Tuesday, April 23, Cudjoe revealed that he is preparing for a demonstration against the ongoing Damsoul crisis. This reaction follows actress Yvonne Nelson’s call for IMANI to participate in organizing another demonstration reminiscent of the one held in 2015. Yvonne Nelson’s call…

In a major step towards embracing the transformative potential of decentralized computing, the Internet Computing Protocol (ICP) has announced its presence in Ghana’s digital space. This pivotal moment for ICP and the Ghanaian tech landscape, positions the nation as a dynamic player in the global blockchain arena. Developed by the visionaries at the DFINITY Foundation, ICP represents a fundamental shift in computing, offering a decentralized alternative to traditional server-based models. With Ghana leading the way, this innovative technology is poised to redefine the way we approach digital infrastructure and applications. ICP’s mission in Ghana is twofold: to promote the adoption…