M23 Rebels Capture Masisi in Eastern DRC Offensive
The Rwanda-backed M23 rebels have seized Masisi, a strategic town in the eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), escalating their recent territorial gains. Masisi, located 80km from Goma, serves as an administrative hub for a resource-rich region. Thousands have fled the fighting, adding to the humanitarian crisis in Goma, which already shelters four million […]
Egypt’s Tourism Sector Breaks Records with $14 Billion in Revenue
According to Mubasher Pulse, Egypt’s tourism sector achieved record revenues of over $14 billion in the past 11 months, reflecting a 7.8% year-on-year increase. This growth is driven by a 3.97% rise in tourist arrivals, reaching 14.3 million, and a 7.8% increase in the number of overnight stays, totaling 151.3 million nights. Saudi Arabia emerged […]
Cultural Marvels: Six Must-visit New Museums Opening in 2025
A wave of cultural and historical museums set to open in 2025 promises to captivate global audiences. These museums are Egypt’s Grand Egyptian Museum in Giza, with its pyramid-inspired design, which will house treasures like the coffin of Khnum-Nakht and a statue of Ramses II. Another is Nigeria’s John Randle Centre for Yorùbá Culture, which […]
People, Partnerships and Progress: The 3Ps Steering the Global DPI Movement
Dwayne Carruthers, Digital Transformation Communications & Advocacy Manager, United Nations Development Programme Daniel Amewor, Head of Communications, Centre for Digital Public Infrastructure Digital public infrastructure (DPI) is a force multiplier today, enabling countries to deliver a range of services at scale. However a few years ago, it was still an emerging concept for much of […]
