[allAfrica] Mombasa -- The world's oceans absorb a third of its carbon, feed billions, and are dying faster than most governments are moving to save them. Now, the ocean it depends on is the subject of urgent global negotiation, and for the first time, that conversation is happening in Africa.

[allAfrica] Mombasa, Kenya -- As illegal, unreported and unregulated (IUU) fishing practices continue to deplete fish populations as well as contribute to human rights abuses at sea, the demand for transparency within the global fishing industry is growing. An estimated one in five fish consumed globally is linked to illegal fishing, a practice often associated with forced labour, human trafficking and environmental destruction. It is estimated that more than 120,000 fishers are currently trapped in situations of modern slavery

A lively debate on social media has turned into a public referendum on Malawi’s banking sector, with dozens of customers accusing National Bank of Malawi (NBM), Ecobank and Old Mutual of poor customer service while showering NBS Bank and FDH Bank with praise for efficiency, responsiveness and professionalism. The conversation began after prominent engineer Frank […] The post Malawians Vent Anger at National Bank, Ecobank and Old Mutual Over Excessive Poor Customer Service, While NBS and FDH Earn Public Praise appeared first on Malawi News | Breaking News, Politics, Business & Sports | Nyasa Times.

As the clock ticks and maize prices continue to rise, pressing questions are emerging over why the National Food Reserve Agency (NFRA) is still waiting for funding to begin one of the country’s most critical food security operations. The agency has announced plans to purchase 108,000 metric tonnes (MT) of maize for Malawi’s Strategic Grain […] The post Delay, Doubt and Rising Costs: Why Is NFRA Still Waiting for Funds as Malawi’s Strategic Maize Purchase Hangs in the Balance? appeared first on Malawi News | Breaking News, Politics, Business & Sports | Nyasa Times.

Mzuzu is on the brink of a major sporting revival after city officials confirmed that Mzuzu Stadium is now fully ready for use, paving the way for the return of top-flight football to the Northern Region. Officials from Mzuzu City Council say extensive rehabilitation works have been completed, restoring key parts of the stadium that […] The post Mzuzu Stadium Ready for Return: North Gears Up for Elite Football Action Again appeared first on Malawi News | Breaking News, Politics, Business & Sports | Nyasa Times.

Minister of Local Government and Rural Development Ben Phiri has delivered a blunt and uncompromising rebuke to residents of Lilongwe, challenging them to abandon what he called a “culture of neglect” and urgently adopt the discipline of cleanliness seen in other cities such as Blantyre. Speaking this morning at Phungu Primary School in Lilongwe, Phiri painted […] The post “Stop the Excuses, Clean Your City”: Minister Ben Phiri Hits at Lilongwe Residents Over Filth Crisis appeared first on Malawi News | Breaking News, Politics, Business & Sports | Nyasa Times.

In Malawi’s evolving education landscape, few names carry as much influence, admiration, and institutional impact as Ernest Kaonga. From a single school founded in 2005 to a nationally recognised network producing top-performing students year after year, Kaonga’s story is one of sustained ambition, strategic expansion, and a deep commitment to educational transformation. As founder and […] The post Ernest Kaonga: The Education Architect Who Redefined Private Schooling in Malawi appeared first on Malawi News | Breaking News, Politics, Business & Sports | Nyasa Times.

India successfully tested its Long Range Land Attack Cruise Missile (LRLACM), a stealthy weapon designed for precision strikes hundreds of kilometers away. Developed by DRDO, this missile complements the supersonic BrahMos by focusing on low-altitude, terrain-hugging flight to evade radar and penetrate enemy defenses.

The Circle Line will finally become a complete loop on July 12, with the opening of a 4km tunnel connecting Marina Bay and HarbourFront MRT stations.In a media sharing session on Wednesday (June 17), the Land Transport Authority (LTA) highlighted the care it has taken to minimise disruption to the Singapore landscape and commuters during the construction and system integration of phase 6 of the Circle Line (CCL6).This phase sees three new stations (Keppel, Cantonment and Prince Edward Road) and an extended Kim Chuan Depot added to the existing network.Between the new Keppel and Cantonment MRT stations, engineers faced the challenge of tunneling between two Keppel Viaduct piers to complete the Circle Line track. In a bid to ensure minimal disruption, engineers had to cut through a total of seven piles belonging to two piers — which are vertical support structures — holding the viaduct up while still allowing traffic to continue overhead.

A 47-year-old man and a 37-year-old woman were arrested for their alleged involvement in unlicensed moneylending activities. Police said on Wednesday (June 18) that they were alerted to a dispute involving two persons and a debtor at Seah Im Food Centre on June 8.Officers responding to the incident and established that the dispute arose over the repayment of a loan.The two had allegedly conducted an unlicensed moneylending business by providing loans amounting to approximately $19,3000 to at least 13 borrowers in Singapore between February 2024 and May 2025.According to the police, the individual loan amounts ranged from $500 to $3,000.They also believe that the woman had assisted the man conducting such activity by soliciting borrowers.The man faces 18 counts of conducting a moneylending business without a licence, while the woman faces eight counts of assisting in an unlicensed moneylending business. They will be charged in court on Friday.The offence of conducting moneylending business without a licence carries a penalty of up to $300,000, and up to six strokes of the cane. 

Two people were taken to hospital for smoke inhalation and chest discomfort after a fire broke out in a HDB flat in Yishun on Thursday (June 18).The incident occurred at 844 Yishun Street 81, and videos seen by AsiaOne show thick black smoke billowing from the window while bright orange flames engulfed the unit.Responding to AsiaOne's queries, the Singapore Civil Defence Force (SCDF) said that they were alerted to the fire at around 11.50am and that it involved a bedroom in a fifth floor unit.SCDF firefighters conducted forcible entry into the unit and extinguished the fire with two water jets. The living room of the unit sustained burn damage as a result of the fire, said SCDF. An air-conditioning compressor on the sixth floor also caught fire, and was subsequently extinguished with a water jet. 28 evacuatedThe police and SCDF evacuated 28 residents as a precautionary measure, and two people were assessed by SCDF paramedics and taken to the hospital.One of them was taken to Singapore General Hospital for smoke inhalation, while the other to Khoo Teck Puat Hospital for chest discomfort.

The Madhya Pradesh High Court has lifted an interim stay on an arrest warrant against Trinamool Congress MP Abhishek Banerjee in a defamation case. The warrant was issued following a complaint by former MLA Akash Vijayvargiya. The court dismissed Banerjee's petition after no one appeared on his behalf, indicating a loss of interest in pursuing the matter.

An 18-year-old passenger has died after being thrown from a horse-drawn carriage that overturned in Central Park when the horse bolted away from its driver on Wednesday afternoon.

The Clarkson's Farm presenter, 66, has been battling an aggressive form of cancer since he was diagnosed last year, with the health battle only made public on Wednesday.

Megan Pickford revealed she wore the top she travelled in and borrowed jeans to support her husband in the first England World Cup game on Wednesday night.

Viewers questioned why the USA women's boss, who won a record 15 trophies with Chelsea, was given a small chalkboard instead of a digital touchscreen.

In what has been described as an 'alarming' revelation, per-and poly fluoroalkyl substances - or PFAS for short - were detected in every food item analysed from the popular supermarket.

At least 180 Ukrainian drones targeting Moscow have been destroyed by air defenses, Mayor Sergey Sobyanin has said Read Full Article at RT.com

Singapore universities have performed well overall in the latest Quacquarelli Symonds (QS) World University Rankings 2027, released on Thursday (June 18).The QS rankings, now in its 23nd edition, features over 1,500 universities across 106 countries and territories, assessing institutions based on several indicators, including academic reputation, employer reputation, and employment outcomes.A total of 8,808 institutions globally were assessed. Four universities — the National University of Singapore (NUS), Nanyang Technological University (NTU), Singapore University of Technology and Design (SUTD) and the Singapore Management University (SMU) — were featured in the latest rankings. Amongst them, SUTD was the most improved university here, climbing 253 places to 266th. Meanwhile, SMU climbed 100 places to 411th. Two other autonomous universities — the Singapore Institute of Technology (SIT) and the Singapore University of Social Sciences (SUSS) — were not featured in the rankings.

Support will be provided to media professionals to create digital content with the newly launched Digital Content and Capability Development (DCCD) programme, said Infocomm Media Development Authority (IMDA) in a press release on Thursday (June 18).The four-year $48 million programe aims to help Singapore's media professionals and companies stay competitive in an increasingly digital-led media landscape.This initiative was announced by Senior Minister of State, Ministry of Digital Development and Information Tan Kiat How during the launch event on June 18.According to the release, local audience behaviour continues to shift towards various digital platforms, devices and formats. Some 87 per cent of people aged 15 and above are accessing top social media video sites such as TikTok, Instagram, YouTube, and Facebook on a weekly basis.Singapore 'no shortage of compelling stories'To add on, short-form videos, micro-dramas, AI-assisted production workflows and AI-generated content are also gaining traction, including a new generation of digitally native content creators reshaping how content is produced, distributed and consumed.

If you are a frequent user of the Upper Serangoon Road exit on Central Expressway (CTE), note that it will be temporarily closed on seven days in June and July.In order to facilitate bridge launching work for the new pedestrian-cum-cycling link across the Pan Island Expressway (PIE), Exit 8B on the city-bound CTE will be temporarily closed to traffic from 12am to 5am on the following dates:June 24 (Wednesday)June 26 (Friday)July 5 (Sunday)July 15 (Wednesday)July 17 (Friday)July 22 (Wednesday)July 24 (Friday)The closure will not affect the slip road from CTE (City-bound) Exit 8B to PIE (Changi-bound).

The Greater Manchester mayor is bidding to win Thursday's parliamentary contest as he seeks a return to Westminster and the chance to challenge Keir Starmer .

Health chiefs are seriously concerned about patient safety amid an ongoing shortage in pain killers, blood pressure drugs and epilepsy medication.

Archaeologists have discovered a secret sister monument to Stonehenge that might have served as a 'prototype' for the famous stones.

Welcome to the world of multi-millionaire Terry Barton, founder and CEO of Kingdom Services Group, who reigns over the rapidly-growing - and highly profitable - world of civil enforcement.

The latest shocking example of a 'deeply perverse' ruling from the immigration courts involves Jamaican paedophile Oniel Spence, who was jailed in the United States.

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