The latest Global Innovation Index (GII) 2024, published by WIPO, reveals the most innovative African countries. Mauritius ranks 55th globally, followed by Morocco (66th) and South Africa (69th). Despite advancements, obstacles to innovation persist, such as limited funding and brain drain. The report highlights the importance of social entrepreneurship for sustainable development. Countries need to invest in education and technological infrastructure to strengthen their position in the ranking.Source: Africa News Agency
25 Years After 9/11, Al Qaeda’s Persistent Threat Despite Waning US Focus
Washington: Twenty-five years after the devastating attacks on September 11, 2001, al Qaeda remains a significant threat, albeit in a transformed state. The jihadist network, which orchestrated the 9/11 attacks, has undergone substantial changes over …