ZAMBIA DECLARES NATIONAL EMERGENCY OVER SEVERE DROUGHT

ZAMBIA DECLARES NATIONAL EMERGENCY OVER SEVERE DROUGHT

Faith  Nyasuguta  Zambian President Hakainde Hichilema has declared a national disaster and emergency due to a severe drought, exacerbating challenges already faced by the country recovering from a recent cholera epidemic.  This southern African nation, like its neighbors, is grappling with the impact of the El Niño phenomenon, contributing to harsh weather conditions associated with […]

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 COLON CANCER RATES IN PEOPLE UNDER AGE 50 ON THE RISE BY 2% ANNUALLY

COLON CANCER RATES IN PEOPLE UNDER AGE 50 ON THE RISE BY 2% ANNUALLY

Faith  Nyasuguta  Colorectal cancer, a disease traditionally associated with older adults, is raising concerns among cancer specialists due to its increasing incidence in individuals under the age of 50. This shift in demographics prompts a reassessment of screening guidelines and a heightened focus on early detection and prevention strategies. While effective screening tests, notably colonoscopy, […]

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 WE DON’T NEED AIR CON’: BURKINA FASO’S SCHOOLS BUILT TO STAY COOL IN 40C HEAT

WE DON’T NEED AIR CON’: BURKINA FASO’S SCHOOLS BUILT TO STAY COOL IN 40C HEAT

Faith Nyasuguta If architects are indeed individuals who relish navigating challenges, then constructing schools in Burkina Faso presents an ideal scenario.  The myriad challenges include sweltering temperatures during high seasons, constrained resources, scarcity of materials, electricity, and water, and a client base composed of vulnerable and youthful individuals. The puzzle to solve: how to create […]

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