Month: October 2024

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South Africa: Joburg Bangla Tigers Claim Zim Afro T10 Title

[ad_1] JOBURG Bangla Tigers have been crowned the 2024 Zim Afro T10 champions after they defeated Cape Town Samp Army off the very last delivery by just five runs in a thrilling final at Harare Sports Club last night. Samp Army won the toss and put Tigers in to bat. Kusal Perera led the way, scoring 33 off 11 balls, with four sixes and a four, in an opening partnership of 59 in only 3.4 overs with Mohammad Shahzad. Shahzad […]

todayOctober 2, 2024 1

Entertainment

Zimbabwe: Bira Rembira Makes History

[ad_1] The inaugural "Bira Rembira" festival which was held at Gwanzura Stadium in Highfield, Harare, lived to its billing as lined-up acts delivered spectacular performances. The event, which started on Friday afternoon, had schoolchildren taking to the stage to showcase their talent. Mbira players from Mt Pleasant High School, Domboramwari School, Herman Gmeiner Secondary, and Prince Edward School enthralled fans, setting the mood for the main bash. The festival, which was held as part of mbira month, saw seasoned musicians […]

todayOctober 2, 2024 2

Japan

Ishiba cool on Abenomics, pragmatic and a bit of a mystery

[ad_1] Prime Minsiter Shigeru Ishiba will be more like former Prime Minister Fumio Kishida than former Prime Minister Shinzo Abe as head of the government, analysts argue.He is also seen as a pragmatist willing to compromise. After news of his victory resulted in two days of market turmoil, he quickly offered remarks that suggest a more nuanced view and a more balanced approach.“It seems that Ishiba’s economic policy will be […]

todayOctober 2, 2024 1

Africa

Africa: Washington – Ministerial Meeting of Global Coalition to Defeat Daesh Welcomes Role of Africa Focus Group, Co-Chaired By Morocco

[ad_1] Washington — The ministerial meeting commemorating the 10th anniversary of the creation of the Global Coalition to Defeat Daesh issued, Monday in Washington, a communiqué reaffirming the importance of the "Africa Focus Group" in the fight against terrorism in Africa. Co-chaired by Morocco, Saudi Arabia, the United States, and Italy, this group plays a central role in coordinating regional efforts to counter terrorist threats on the continent. The communiqué also commends the work of the Global Coalition's Africa Focus […]

todayOctober 1, 2024 3

Japan

California enacts car data privacy law to curb domestic violence

[ad_1] California Gov. Gavin Newsom has signed a bill that requires automakers selling internet-connected cars to do more to protect domestic abuse survivors, a move that may expand such safeguards nationwide. As automakers add ever more sophisticated technology to their cars, instances of stalking and harassment using features such as location tracking and remote control have begun to emerge. The bill passed the California state legislature with overwhelming support, and […]

todayOctober 1, 2024 2

Africa

Africa: How Vaccines and Rapid Diagnosis Can Help Eradicate Meningitis

[ad_1] We've shown meningitis can be eliminated. Let's do it. It is a deadly disease linked to high temperatures, airborne dust and overcrowded living conditions – some of the very conditions that climate change threatens to exacerbate. It caused an estimated 250,000 deaths in 2019, ranks among the top killers of young children and can leave survivors with brain damage and hearing loss. This disease is bacterial meningococcal meningitis, and it can appear anywhere at any time. But it disproportionately affects the Meningitis Belt, which […]

todayOctober 1, 2024 2

Africa

Africa: 1.3 Million Future Deaths Prevented By Gavi-Supported Vaccines in 2023

[ad_1] Geneva — In the time it takes you to read this press release, Gavi-supported vaccination programmes will have saved 6 lives 2023 saw the Vaccine Alliance massively step up its HPV vaccination programme, with more girls protected than in the entire preceding decade More than ever, countries are contributing to the cost of their immunisation programmes, as co-financing surpasses US$ 200m for the first time Read Gavi's Annual Progress Report 2023 here Over 1.3 million future deaths were averted […]

todayOctober 1, 2024 1

Africa

Africa: Why Pay Tax? African Study Finds Trust in Government Is Key

[ad_1] Taxes are important. They're a primary way in which governments fund essential services like healthcare, education, infrastructure and social protection programmes. They are vital to the economic development of countries. In sub-Saharan African countries, the need for public services is great and fiscal resources are often scarce. Getting the public to pay their taxes is essential. However, a variety of structural and governance challenges have made it difficult to effectively mobilise revenue. Recent tax protests in Kenya illustrate the […]

todayOctober 1, 2024 2

Africa

Africa: Breast Cancer Is the Most Common Cancer in the World. 5 Reads That Could Save Lives

[ad_1] Every year breast cancer claims more than 650,000 lives worldwide. Survival rates have been recorded to be as high as 90% in high income countries. In sub-Saharan Africa the rate is less than 40%. A recent study found that the incidences of breast cancer in sub-Saharan Africa had increased by 247% from 1990 to 2019. The highest incidence was recorded in Nigeria. For Breast Cancer Awareness Month we highlight four essential reads about the difficulties women in Africa must […]

todayOctober 1, 2024 2

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