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Environment / 14 weeks ago
Gaza has lost hundreds of thousands to Israeli conflict since October 2023
Latest figures released by the Ministry of Health (MoH) in Gaza and cited by the United Nations Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA) show that between October 7, 2023 and July 16, 2025, at least 58,573 Palestinians have been killed and 139,607 injured. The war has displaced about 1.9 million people, roughly 90% of Gaza’s population and forced families to move repeatedly as Israeli forces issue evacuation orders.
Environment / 18 weeks ago
Damascus, Caracas, Kyiv top list of world’s least liveable cities in 2025
The latest edition of the Global Liveability Index 2025, released by the Economist Intelligence Unit (EIU), paints a grim picture of urban life for millions around the globe. The report ranks cities based on key quality-of-life indicators, and this year’s findings highlight the persistent challenges faced by residents in some of the world’s most troubled regions.
Business / 22 weeks ago
Top 10 African countries leading in diaspora remittances
In 2024, diaspora remittances surged to unprecedented levels, serving as a crucial element in Africa’s economic strength. Egypt received the highest amount of remittance inflows at $22.7 billion, followed by Nigeria with $19.8 billion and Morocco with $12 billion. Kenya ($4.8 billion) and Ghana ($4.6 billion) completed the top five rankings with strong annual growth rates.
Maps / 25 weeks ago
Europe’s ageing reality: The countries with the oldest and youngest populations in 2024
According to the latest data from Eurostat, the European Union is becoming increasingly greyer, with its median age reaching 44.7 years in 2024. This demographic shift highlights disparities between member states and neighbouring countries. As of January 1, 2024, 21.6% of the EU's population was aged 65 or older, up from 21.3% in 2023. Over the past decade, this figure has surged by nearly 3 percentage points, reflecting long-term trends of low birth rates and increasing life expectancy.
Maps / 26 weeks ago
Where youth rules: The countries with the youngest populations in 2025
According to recent United Nations data, a powerful demographic trend is emerging across several African nations: the youth population is dominating. Leading the list is Niger, where a remarkable 56.9% of the population is under 18, followed by Uganda at 55% and Chad at 54.6%.
World / 30 weeks ago
Where you are assured of the best quality of life in the world
According to the latest Quality-of-Life Index released by Numbeo, European cities continue to lead the way in livability, with The Hague (Den Haag) in the Netherlands emerging as the city with the best quality of life in 2025, scoring an impressive 229.0 points. The ranking highlights the top 10 cities worldwide that offer exceptional living conditions based on factors such as healthcare, safety, infrastructure, environment, and cost of living. Following The Hague is another Dutch city, Groningen, with a score of 225.9, reaffirming the Netherlands' reputation for balanced urban living.
