Author: Anish Shekar
Anish Shekar is a dedicated journalist, scientist, and humanitarian whose work explores the intersections of global development, public policy, and human-interest reporting. He specializes in evidence-driven journalism that bridges scientific insight with real-world impact. By amplifying the voices of vulnerable communities, Anish strives to advance the core values of accuracy, empathy, and editorial integrity in every narrative he develops.
KAMPALA, Uganda — Health authorities in Uganda have confirmed that the death toll from a measles outbreak in the country’s semi-arid northeastern region has risen…
KAMPALA, Uganda — In a significant move to strengthen public health infrastructure, the governments of Uganda and the United States announced on Wednesday the signing…
NAIROBI, Kenya — Kenya has formalized a landmark five-year health agreement with the United States, securing a $2.5 billion deal aimed at combating infectious diseases…
CARACAS, Venezuela — Venezuela has issued a strong condemnation of a statement by US President Donald Trump declaring the country’s airspace closed, escalating a tense…
NAIROBI, Kenya — Kenya has activated its highest level of health surveillance and emergency response protocols following the confirmation of a deadly Marburg Virus Disease…
NAIROBI, Kenya — Africa is grappling with its most severe cholera outbreak in more than two decades, with cases reported this year surging to three…
KHARTOUM, Sudan — Sudan’s paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF) announced on Thursday that it has agreed to a proposal from the United States for a…
NAIROBI, Kenya — As online platforms reshape how stories are told and consumed, the struggle for truth has never been more urgent. In a media…
NEW DELHI, India — India’s passport strength has declined to the 85th position out of 199 countries on the latest Henley Passport Index, a drop…
NAIROBI, Kenya — Google, a subsidiary of Alphabet Inc., has unveiled a new initiative to accelerate digital transformation and bolster higher education across Africa by…