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Solar electric tricycles give Zimbabwean women a lift
Solar electric tricycles give Zimbabwean women a lift
by  AFP

For years, selling eggs was a joyless business for Danai Bvochora, as most of the money she made went to cover minibus fares to the market in a rural area of Zimbabwe. Zimbabwe has for more than two decades faced tough economic conditions, with rural areas particularly hard hit.

Most Asian markets rise but Taiwan fears keep confidence in check
Most Asian markets rise but Taiwan fears keep confidence in check
by  AFP

Asian markets mostly rose Wednesday after the previous day's reverse, with focus on House Speaker Nancy Pelosi's visit to Taiwan, which has further strained already tense China-US ties and raised concerns about the long-term impact on the global outlook. The latest developments have raised concerns that the volatility on markets would likely continue for some time.

Airbnb reports soaring revenue as travel rebounds
Airbnb reports soaring revenue as travel rebounds
by  AFP

Airbnb said Tuesday revenue in the recently ended quarter topped $2 billion as people shook off pandemic worries and took part in a banner travel season. Airbnb expects to set a new revenue record in the current quarter, bringing in between $2.78 billion and $2.88 billion.

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