Current Events

Take our August news quiz to find out how much you know about current events and how they tie back to TechnoServe's mission to end world poverty.

The 2024 Olympic Games recently opened in Paris, France. For the first time in history, the games will feature an equal number of what? Find out in TechnoServe's latest world news quiz.

We asked Joydeep Dutt, TechnoServe’s India country director, to discuss the country’s recent election and its implications for India’s future.

Which country—the world's largest democracy—announced the results of its national election in June? Find out in TechnoServe's latest world news quiz.

We asked Pamela Chitenhe, TechnoServe’s Southern Africa Regional Director, to discuss the recent election in South Africa and its implications for the country’s future.

Northern and central India have been experiencing record-breaking heat. In late May, temperatures near Delhi reached over 110 degrees Fahrenheit. Learn how farmers like Manhori Devi are adopting practical solutions to adapt to a changing climate.

Which country held a major election in May and might see the ruling party lose its majority after decades in power? Find out in TechnoServe's latest world news quiz.

As the United States welcomes Kenyan President William Ruto for a historic state visit, TechnoServe’s Kenya Country Director Kris Ansin shares a few of the critical unmet development needs in Kenya and how TechnoServe is helping to advance the country’s national priorities with support from the U.S. government.

As the United States welcomes Kenyan President William Ruto for a historic state visit, TechnoServe’s Kenya Country Director Kris Ansin shares a few of the critical unmet development needs in Kenya and how TechnoServe is helping to advance the country’s national priorities with support from the U.S. government.

Poor harvests in West Africa have recently caused prices to soar for what food commodity? Find out in our latest world news quiz.