Tunisia’s electoral commission rejected on Monday an administrative court ruling that had reinstated three presidential election candidates, leaving just two challengers to face incumbent leader Kais Saied in next month’s vote.
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Book Review of A Giraffe in the Forest: A Geoff and Banks AdventureSponsored* | All opinions are our ownThe Children’s Book Review What to Expect: Friendship, exploration, trust, new environments, and accepting difference. In A Giraffe in the Forest, readers can learn about differences, vulnerability, and new experiences through a scenario that will eventually happen to most children—that of being alone in a new and unfamiliar environment. Goeff the Giraffe does not feel very brave. On holiday with his family in the forest, Geoff decided to explore alone—and now he’s lost! Geoff isn’t sure he’ll ever find his way back…
Several people have reportedly been killed during an attempted prison break in DR Congo. Gunshots rang out overnight at Makala prison in Kinshasa. It’s the country’s largest incarceration facility and has long been dangerously overcrowded.
Nearly 130 people were killed in an attempted jailbreak at the at the Makala prison in Kinshasa, the DR Congo’s largest, Interior Minister Jacquemain Shabani said Tuesday. The toll includes 24 people who were shot “after warnings” Shabani said.
Uganda’s main opposition leader Bobi Wine was shot in the leg and seriously injured by security agents in a northern suburb of the capital Kampala on Tuesday, his party said.
Paringa Town Nature Play Area The town of Paringa, near Renmark is now home to its own Nature Play Area, located in the median strip of the town centre. Paringa Town Nature Play Area is suitable for children under 12 and the fully fenced play space has been designed with enhanced accessibility features and inclusive amenities. Children will be delighted with the sounds of the musical instruments whilst they swing, climb, balance and slide to their heart’s content! Additional features of the play space include a drinking fountain, tables, seating, and shelters. Public toilets are located at the rear of…
This month we’re giving away a Fire Fighter’s Water Sprayer with Wicked Uncle.If you have a little one who loves fire engines this fantastic 32cm wide water sprayer will be the perfect gift. With two adjustable straps and a buckle round the waist it’s nice and light for a child to wear on their back while having some fun!Perfect for water fights and fire person antics, they will enjoy putting out pretend fires by squirting water, or spraying their friends on playdates! If you would love to be in with a chance to WIN find out how to ENTER below…
Ugandan distance runner Rebecca Cheptegei is in intensive care in Kenya after her boyfriend doused her in petrol and set her on fire. She reportedly sustained 80% burns in the attack. Our analyst says it’s part of an epidemic of gender-based violence in Africa.
A Booklist of Engaging Stories That Teach Kids About Recycling, Conservation, and Taking ActionThe Children’s Book Review According to the UN #YouthStats Report, over 47% of young people are concerned about environmental issues and want the information and resources to take action themselves. That makes books that not only provide information but also guidance on and opportunities for making a difference invaluable. Today, there are fantastic picture books for even the youngest readers, introducing concepts like recycling, conservation, organic food, and species extinction through innovative publishing designs and engaging stories. Dodos Are Not Extinct, The Extraordinary Book that Eats Itself,…
A funeral in Yobe, Nigeria, for residents killed in the village of Mafa. Thirty-four bodies were brought to the nearest town, but community leaders say many more were buried locally.