Fireworks: growing evidence they distress animals builds case to restrict use: Are fireworks really worth the panic and fear they cause for animals? NDAB Creativity/Shutterstock The crackle, fizz and bang of fireworks exploding overhead in a shower of intense colours is considered the highlight of many festivals and celebrations. But have you ever taken a …
Debt distress in Africa: biggest problems, and ways forward: Gettyimages The COVID pandemic has had a profoundly negative impact on Africa’s sovereign debt situation. Currently, 22 countries are either in debt distress or at high risk of debt distress. This means that African governments are struggling to pay the debts that they incurred on behalf …
Mental health distress in the wake of Bangladesh cyclone shows the devastation of climate-related loss and damage: A Bangladeshi boy walks along a riverbank protected from climate-driven erosion by concrete blocks. Sonja Ayeb-Karlsson, Author provided Over the past decade, there has been growing recognition of climate-induced loss and damage – such as the destruction of …
South Africa in the news: Beaurocratic pitfalls barring mothers and caregivers from accessing Social Relief of Distress grant: Tardy and inconsistent Sassa responses deny many candidates the option to even appeal rejected applications.Many mothers and caregivers were hopeful when the Covid-19 Social Relief of Distress (SRD) …: “South Africa” – BingNews Mwadui Williamson deal to …
South Africa in the news: Rising violence point to a world in untold distress: In Kenya, we have seen an unusual increase in domestic violence, robberies, and gruesome murders – especially of women and children.: “South Africa” – BingNews Cheap Flights from Yas Island SPB to Sun City (AYM – NTY): Are there any travel …
South Africa in the news: Factors associated with external HIV-related stigma and psychological distress among people living with HIV in South Africa.: HIV-related stigma and psychological distress among people living with HIV (PLHIV) pose a public health challenge in most African countries. This study aims to investigate the association between …: “South Africa” – BingNews …