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Edition 43

June 19, 2026

From powering Africa to Mars exploration, discover uplifting stories of innovation, conservation, and empowerment.

Under Mission 300, A New Way of Doing Business Connects Over 50 Million People to Electricity Across Africa

Under Mission 300, A New Way of Doing Business Connects Over 50 Million People to Electricity Across Africa

Mission 300 has connected over 50 million Africans to electricity, doubling the pace of previous efforts. This coordinated approach across governments and investors is driving faster electrification and unlocking opportunities.

World Bank

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Conservation efforts by families displaced for national park sees success in DRC

Conservation efforts by families displaced for national park sees success in DRC

Families displaced for a national park in DRC are now leading successful community conservation efforts. This model balances biodiversity protection with local needs, significantly reducing forest loss.

Conservation news

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This 24-YO Is Helping 500 Women in Mizoram Earn a Living From Crafts They Grew Up With

This 24-YO Is Helping 500 Women in Mizoram Earn a Living From Crafts They Grew Up With

A 24-year-old is empowering 500 women in Mizoram by connecting their traditional crafts to global markets. This initiative blends cultural preservation with economic independence, proving tradition can be a powerful engine for growth.

The Better India

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HPV vaccine means young women now have 'close to zero' risk of cervical cancer death

HPV vaccine means young women now have 'close to zero' risk of cervical cancer death

HPV vaccine is saving lives, drastically reducing cervical cancer deaths in young women. Get vaccinated to protect yourself and future generations from this preventable disease.

BBC

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NASA's Perseverance rover just ran a marathon on Mars

NASA's Perseverance rover just ran a marathon on Mars

NASA's Perseverance rover has officially run a marathon on Mars! It has now traveled more than 26.2 miles (42.2 kilometers) across the Martian landscape after landing in February 2021.

Space.com

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Did You Know?

Juneteenth is the oldest nationally-celebrated commemoration of the ending of slavery in the United States. Its was first celebrated on June 19, 1865. Red food and drink like watermelon and strawberry soda are featured at Juneteenth celebrations to represent resilience, perseverance and the blood shed by enslaved African Americans.

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