Zambia’s Kafue National Park (KNP)

Zambia’s Kafue National Park (KNP) is witnessing a remarkable resurgence in its lion and leopard populations, according to a recent report by Panthera, a global wild cat conservation organization, and its partners. After decades of poaching, the efforts to protect ..

Tags: Africa • National Parks • Zambia

Month: current affairs - june, 2023

Polio Eradication Efforts in West and Central Africa

In a crucial stride towards combating polio, a vaccination campaign was launched in Cameroon, Chad, and Niger. Spearheaded by the World Health Organization (WHO), this multi-country initiative aims to address the prevalent issue of circulating vaccine-derived poliovirus and strengthen immunization ..

Tags: Africa • Polio • Polio Free • World Health Organisation (WHO) • World Health Organization (WHO)

Month: Current Affairs - May, 2023

Category: International / World Current Affairs

Panthera and Oxford University’s WildCRU Collaborate to Protect Lions

Lions in Africa have been facing a significant decline in their populations due to various threats. Oxford University’s Wildlife Conservation Research Unit (WildCRU) and Panthera, the global wild cat conservation organization, are collaborating to address this concern.Appointment of Andrew Loveridge ..

Tags: Africa • African lions • Lions

Month: Current Affairs - May, 2023

Category: Environment Current Affairs

Benin and Mali Eliminate Trachoma

Trachoma, a debilitating eye infection caused by the bacterium Chlamydia trachomatis, has been a longstanding public health concern in numerous countries worldwide. Recently, Benin and Mali have successfully eliminated trachoma as a public health problem.Trachoma Elimination in West AfricaBenin and ..

Tags: Africa • Trachoma • World Health Organization (WHO)

Month: Current Affairs - May, 2023

Category: International / World Current Affairs

2023 Sudan Conflict

Sudan has been engulfed in a violent conflict between its military and paramilitary forces since April this year. The ongoing battle has led to at least 420 deaths, with many more injured and displaced.The Conflict BeginsThe conflict began on April ..

Tags: Africa • Internal Displacement • Sudan

Month: Current Affairs – April, 2023

Category: International / World Current Affairs

Who are Hakki Pikkis?

The Hakki Pikki tribe is a nomadic tribe that resides in several states in western and southern India. They are especially concentrated in forest areas where they practice their traditional occupation of bird catching and hunting. The tribe’s name itself ..

Tags: Africa • nomadic tribes • tribal communities in india

Month: Current Affairs – April, 2023

Category: India Nation & States Current Affairs