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Atleast14 people have now perished as a result of a canoe capsize off the coast of Tunisia. While migrants were trying to go to Europe, this sad tragedy happened. On July 13, 2023, a disturbing event occurred in rough waves about 10 kilometers (6 miles) off the shore of Sfax. A canoe tragically tipped over at this precise moment. Only 11 people were successfully rescued despite the heroic efforts of the Tunisian coastguard. Unfortunately, the whereabouts of the other 14 are still unknown, leaving the depressing possibility that they may have perished. The victims, who are originally from sub-Saharan Africa, set out for Europe in search of a better future. Over 3,000 migrants perished last year trying to cross, adding to the continuous tragedy at sea as they seek asylum in Europe. The European Union has been asked to do more to assist migrants who are trying to enter Europe by the International Organization for Migration (IOM). The IOM recommended that the EU increase funding for search...

Kenya's government passed a new tax bill last week, setting up widespread outrage and demonstrations. More than 300 people have been detained in relation to these protests. Among other products and services, the bill increases taxes on fuel, food, and electricity. At least nine people have died as a result of police use of live bullets and tear gas in their response. The demonstrations started on Wednesday, July 13, and they swiftly extended to a number of towns and cities around the nation. When protests became violent, people would pillage and set fire to establishments. The administration has denounced the violence but defended the tax law as necessary to earn money for important services. Opposition leaders have vowed to continue the protests until their demands are granted. Recent tax increases in Kenya have only made the country's already fragile economy worse. As a result, it's getting more and harder for many Kenyans to make ends meet. The protests we are seeing are...