Sargassum is a genus of brown seaweed. Over 300 species are distributed across the world in both temperate and tropical climates. The species fluitans and natans are unique because they spend their life cycle floating on the ocean, never attaching to the sea floor. Other seaweed species reproduce and begin life on the ocean floor . Pelagic (open sea) sargassum has been … [Read more...] about Ghana’s fishing industry has a ‘golden seaweed’ problem – how citizen science can help
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United Nations (UN) chief and officials condemn fighting between Sudanese forces
Download logoFollowing reports of armed fighting in the Sudanese capital, Khartoum, on Saturday, UN Secretary-General António Guterres and the head of the UN Mission in the country, issued statements on Saturday strongly condemning the violence, as other senior officials voiced concerns. The senior officials were responding to the outbreak of armed clashes between the … [Read more...] about United Nations (UN) chief and officials condemn fighting between Sudanese forces
Africans in World War 1: artist William Kentridge’s epic theatre production restores forgotten histories
South African artist William Kentridge became world famous for his charcoal drawings and hand-drawn animated films, but his work continued to grow in scope and he began staging performances. Today he also creates operas and collaborative stage productions combining numerous art forms. William Kentridge. Stella Olivier One of his largest productions to date, The Head & … [Read more...] about Africans in World War 1: artist William Kentridge’s epic theatre production restores forgotten histories
President Ruto Launches Development Projects, Calls for Unity of Purpose
The Government is committed to addressing the challenges facing Kenyans. President William Ruto said the government is focused on issues that will change the lives of ordinary people. Speaking in Narok and Kiambu counties where he launched water and road projects, the President said only unity of purpose will move the country forward. He asked leaders to focus on transforming … [Read more...] about President Ruto Launches Development Projects, Calls for Unity of Purpose
United Arab Emirates (UAE) expresses concern over developments in Sudan and calls for calm and restraint
Download logoThe UAE has called upon all concerned parties in Sudan to exercise restraint, and to de-escalate and work towards ending this crisis through dialogue. The UAE Embassy in Khartoum is following with great concern the developments in Sudan and has reaffirmed the UAE’s position on the importance of de-escalation, and working towards finding a peaceful solution … [Read more...] about United Arab Emirates (UAE) expresses concern over developments in Sudan and calls for calm and restraint
