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Starting April 1st, Namibia's government will cover full medical aid for all 119,000 civil servants, removing the monthly fees workers previously paid out of pocket. The move pairs with a presidential directive requiring all government workers, including the president herself, to use public hospitals.
Nigeria's aviation sector is seeing more women rise to leadership positions under new government policies, with industry leaders calling it a historic shift. The country is proving that supportive policies can transform career opportunities for women in traditionally male-dominated fields.
A groundbreaking study analyzed responses from over 4,000 autistic individuals and their loved ones to identify what actually works in suicide prevention. Their lived experiences are now shaping government policy to create faster diagnoses and better mental health support.
California drivers could soon get instant rebates when buying electric vehicles, cutting costs right at the dealership instead of waiting for reimbursement. Governor Newsom's $200 million plan requires automakers to match every state dollar, potentially doubling the program's reach.
Families in England will no longer have to choose between paying bills and getting their sick children to cancer appointments. A new government fund removes one of the most painful financial burdens from parents whose kids are fighting for their lives.
The United States has quietly built up $29 billion in Bitcoin since President Trump's executive order last March, making it one of the world's largest government cryptocurrency holders. While legal questions slow the formal reserve's launch, the stockpile keeps growing through criminal seizures.
After public outcry, Kerala's government just cut vehicle inspection fees in half for older cars and trucks. The move protects thousands of transport workers and everyday commuters who depend on aging vehicles.