Novel Coronavirus

Global Covid-19 cases reach 142.6 million

The overall global Covid-19 caseload has topped 142.6 million, while the deaths have surged to more than 3.04 million, according to the Johns Hopkins University. Apr 21, 2021
South Africa

Fire erupts at iconic Table Mountain in S.Africa

South Africa's iconic tourist destination and biodiversity hotspot Table Mountain is on fire, which led to the evacuation of visitors and students of the nearby University of Cape Town, sources said. Apr 19, 2021
world health organisation

Global Covid infection rate approaching highest, says WHO

The number of new Covid-19 cases per week worldwide has nearly doubled over the past two months, approaching the highest infection rate seen so far during the pandemic, the World Health Organization (WHO) said on Friday. Apr 17, 2021