Tag: Africa
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US Army guts 24k positions amid crippling shortfalls
The US Army announced the slashing of 24k troop positions amid recruitment shortfalls, which currently affects nearly every branch of the military. The news comes amid a heightened risk of war with regional players in the Middle East, Africa, Europe, and Asian theaters. Why it matters: With military preparedness at an all-time low, many have…
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Ghana passes bill jailing those who identify as ‘LGBTQ+’
The Parliament of Ghana approved a bill on Wednesday that tightens restrictions on LGBTQ+ rights by introducing prison sentences for homosexuals and their advocates. The move has already drawn ire from Western aid groups, who described the bill as some of the harshest anti-gay laws in Africa. Why this Matters: Ghana’s hard stance against the…