Public Services & Infrastructure

Will Jigawa State's Free Healthcare Program Improve Health Equity?
Public Services & Infrastructure Will Jigawa State's Free Healthcare Program Improve Health Equity?

In a bold move to transform healthcare access, Jigawa State, Nigeria, has embarked on an ambitious free healthcare initiative under the leadership of Governor Umar Namadi. The program aims to provide essential medical services to 143,500 vulnerable individuals across the state, ensuring that they

How Are West Virginia's Utility Tax Rates Determined Annually?
Public Services & Infrastructure How Are West Virginia's Utility Tax Rates Determined Annually?

The annual process to finalize property tax rates for major utilities in West Virginia has officially commenced, with the Board of Public Works receiving tentative tax assessments from the state's Tax Division. Led by Governor Jim Justice, the board comprises several key constitutional

Can Auckland Balance Road Safety and Budget Cuts Amid Funding Woes?
Public Services & Infrastructure Can Auckland Balance Road Safety and Budget Cuts Amid Funding Woes?

Facing a significant financial shortfall in Auckland’s overall transport budget, local councillors are grappling with the challenge of maintaining essential road safety programs. These budget woes stem from cuts in anticipated government funding, a part of broader changes to New Zealand's N

New Regulations Transform Children's Digital Safety and Privacy Standards
Public Services & Infrastructure New Regulations Transform Children's Digital Safety and Privacy Standards

Over the past five years, significant strides have been made globally in protecting children's safety and privacy online. This transformation is driven by public concern over the digital risks children face, as well as an acknowledgment that the internet’s original architecture lacked p

Palmerston North Faces $74M Shortfall in Transport Project Funding
Public Services & Infrastructure Palmerston North Faces $74M Shortfall in Transport Project Funding

A substantial reduction in government funding for transport projects over the 2024-27 period has left Palmerston North grappling with a significant financial shortfall, forcing the City Council to rethink their priorities and allocation of resources. The National Land Transport Programme, managed

Why Are Ghana's Electricity and Water Tariffs Increasing in 2024?
Public Services & Infrastructure Why Are Ghana's Electricity and Water Tariffs Increasing in 2024?

In a significant announcement that will impact all customers in Ghana, the Public Utilities Regulatory Commission (PURC) has disclosed a planned increase in utility tariffs, specifically for electricity and water, set to take effect on October 1, 2024. This decision, unveiled by Dr. Ishmael Ackah,

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