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Africa must break free from aid dependency

Africa's long-standing dependence on foreign aid remains one of the continent's most significant weaknesses, hindering true independence and self-sufficiency. It's disheartening that even though Nigeria is called the giant...

Segun Adekoya wins 14th DOAMF charity golf tournament

The 2025 Daniel Ogechi Akujobi Memorial (DOAM) Foundation Golf Tournament took place on March 8 at the Ikoyi Club 1938 Golf Course in Lagos...

Bishops stand against threats to charity status in Canada

In Canada, the Permanent Council of the Canadian bishops' Conference has voiced strong opposition to the Finance Minister over proposed changes to eligibility criteria...

South Africa raises taxes to fund health and defense

South African Lawmakers are preparing to increase spending on healthcare and defense while offsetting costs through a controversial tax hike following the U.S. government's...

Charity faces £18,000 National Insurance bill as new tax hike hits

A Suffolk-based charity is bracing for a significant financial blow as changes to National Insurance (NI) bill take effect next month. Reach Community Projects,...

Seafarers’ charity MSSC appoints Guy Holloway as new chief executive

The Marine Society & Sea Cadets (MSSC) has announced the appointment of Guy Holloway as its next chief executive, succeeding Martin Coles, who is...

Departing CEO Hannah Shead is confident in the charity’s future

After 13 years of dedicated leadership, Hannah Shead is stepping down as the CEO of Trevi, a charity that has grown under her guidance...

Rescued golden eagle takes flight again in Tunisia

After months of rehabilitation, a golden eagle named Aquila has been released back into the wild in Tunisia. The rescue and release, led by...

Doctors establish field clinic amid ruins of iconic Kamal Adwan hospital

As a result of the armed conflict, the northeastern region of Gaza has suffered cataclysmic losses, leaving the makeshift clinic erected in the remains...

The Man with the Golden Arm: James Harrison’s life-saving gift

James Harrison, known in Australia as the man with the golden arm and whose blood contained a rare antibody, Anti-D, which is used to...

Sidemen Charity Match sets new record with £4.7M

The Sidemen Charity Match has once again shattered expectations. It raised a record-breaking £4,733,004 for various charities, including BBC Children in Need.  The stimulating match,...