Current Affairs - Miscellaneous

A giant anaconda was discovered in the Amazon Rainforest, marking a significant find in the world of wildlife exploration. This discovery sheds light on the biodiversity of the Amazon, emphasizing the importance of preserving this vital ecosystem.

The ban on the trade of donkey skin was unanimously agreed upon during the 37th African Union Summit in Ethiopia. This historic decision aims to protect donkeys across the continent and was influenced by the Dar es Salaam declaration, emphasizing the need for conservation efforts and policies.

Toyota, the renowned Japanese automaker, maintained its position as the world's top-selling automaker in 2023, highlighting its continued dominance in the global automotive market and commitment to innovation and quality.

Amazon, with a market value of $299.3 billion, is recognized as the most valuable brand in the world as of January 2024, showcasing its influence and diverse ventures in commerce, technology, and entertainment.

WHO has awarded the 'malaria-free' certification to 43 countries and 1 territory, recognizing their sustained efforts in interrupting nationwide malaria transmission for at least 3 consecutive years and maintaining a robust surveillance and response system. Recently, Cabo Verde has joined this list, becoming the third country in the WHO African region to be declared malaria-free. In the Southeast Asian Region, Maldives (2015) and Sri Lanka (2016) have achieved the status of being certified malaria-free by WHO.