AFRICA
SOUTH AFRICA
Tyra Gravesande, Senior Reporter
Politics: South Africa’s secrets among who funds their political parties are now prepared for a major change since late 1994. Why? Because South Africa are now utilizing their new Political Party Funding Bill; which they promise to keep it one hundred percent transparent to the public.
Economics: South Africa is climbing its way to the top as they prepare for the fourth Industrial Revolution. With their population of younger generations growing, it is to no surprise that they must work efficiently and think innovatively in order to evolve.
Culture: All hail the queen! As Beyonce and Jay-Z prepare to travel to Johannesburg for the Nelson Mandela Festival.
BURUNDI
Fatima Yousuf, Editor-in-Chief
Politics: On July 1, 2018, Burundi celebrated its 56th independence anniversary commemorating its independence from the Belgian monarchy. Burundi is also celebrating its 9th anniversary since joining the East African Community (EAC).
Economics: Since Burundi's president was elected "Supreme Eternal Guide", their GDP per capita has fallen every year since, as the population continues to increase. Poverty and hunger continue to worsen.
Culture: Gael Faye, a hip-hop artist and songwriter, bestselling debut of his book, Small Country, discusses the effects of the Burundi Civil War and the refugee crisis there.
AUSTRALIA
AUSTRALIA
Lucy Arundell, Reporter
Politics: Australia's current ruling party (the Coalition) is in trouble as polls show voters preference for the other major party, Labour. Upcoming by-elections could lead to a power shift in Federal Parliament.
Economics: Data has shown May and April were big spending months for consumers, with retail sales rising 0.4 and 0.5% respectively.
Culture: Sydney's Centre Point Tower has closed its Skywalk after the second death in 4 months. Officials are investigating the incident.