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Graphite is a free, open-source 2D graphics editor that combines vector and raster tools with a unique hybrid workflow using layers and nodes. It lets you create detailed vector art and designs with nondestructive editing, meaning you can change your work anytime without losing quality. The node-based system offers powerful, flexible control like visual programming, while the layer system keeps things simple and familiar. This makes it easy to create complex graphics, animations, and effects all in one tool. Graphite is still evolving but aims to be a versatile, all-in-one creative platform accessible to everyone, helping you unleash your artistic potential efficiently[1][2][4].
https://github.com/GraphiteEditor/Graphite
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When Africa Said No: Zimbabwe and Zambia Reject the “America First” Health Strategy — And Why Ethiopia’s History with U.S. Aid Made It Blind
By Alexander Yohannes | On Medium
Early February 2026: two African nations did what once seemed unthinkable.
First Zambia. Then Zimbabwe.
Both rejected major U.S. health aid packages—not because they didn’t need funding, but because the cost was sovereignty. The agreements reportedly included long-term access to strategic data and biological resources under Washington’s “America First” framework.
These were not quiet diplomatic gestures. They were public, strategic refusals.
For Ethiopia, however, the moment raises an uncomfortable question.
On December 23, 2025, Addis Ababa signed a $1.466 billion agreement under the same strategy. Why did others walk away while Ethiopia said yes?
The answer lies deep in our modern history—Cold War alignment, famine-era dependency, structural adjustment, and decades of institutional reliance on U.S. aid. Over time, survival partnerships can reshape national instincts.
Sovereignty begins to feel negotiable when funding gaps feel existential.
Zambia and Zimbabwe drew a line.
Did Ethiopia?
Read the full analysis on Medium:
https://medium.com/@alexanderyohannes135/when-africa-said-no-zimbabwe-and-zambia-reject-the-america-first-health-strategy-and-why-f7ffdd0b76fa
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🚀 NanoVita Secures Series A Funding with $20 Million Valuation
NanoVita, a decentralized science (DeSci) project, has announced the completion of its Series A funding round, achieving a post-investment valuation of $20 million. According to Foresight News, the specific amount raised in the funding round was not disclosed. The investment was backed by K24 Ventures, LandScape Capital, and WestLabs.
NanoVita aims to integrate nanotechnology, AI bio-intelligence, and real-world health data to build an open on-chain health research infrastructure. The project seeks to enable widespread participation and benefit from the next generation of personalized health research and data sovereignty revolution.
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