Month: October 2024

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Japan

Jonathan Dunnett: ‘The ocean is far bigger than we are, and it will humble us.’

[ad_1] Kitami, Hokkaido – Crisp northern winds blow twisting grass on dunes while choppy waves on the Sea of Okhotsk break on the shore. Jonathan “Jono” Dunnett, 50, tanned from years on the water looks out as the sun sets on Shiretoko Peninsula. A writer by trade, and a sailor at heart, he achieved the world record for the longest windsurfing journey back in 2019 with a coastline sojourn of […]

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News

Nigeria: Gusau Donates Trophy to Gov Alia for U-15 Tournament

[ad_1] The President of Nigeria Football Federation (NFF), Alhaji Ibrahim Gusau, yesterday presented a giant trophy to the Benue State Governor, Rev. Fr. Hyacinth Alia for U-15 football tournament. The presentation of the trophy was in fulfillment of the promise the NFF president made earlier when he visited the State on the invitation of Benue State Football Association (BSFA). Handing over the trophy to Governor Alia inside the Government House in Makurdi, Gusau remarked that grassroots remains the bedrock of […]

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News

Zimbabwe: Nakamba Back to Lead His Troops

[ad_1] The Class leader is back! After missing the start of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying campaign, Zimbabwe captain Marvelous Nakamba has returned to the fold and has been beaming with excitement. The Warriors skipper has recovered in time to play his part in his team's quest for a place at the Nations Cup jamboree in Morocco next year. His availability has also excited coach Michael Nees. The England-based midfielder, who was still trying to recover fully from […]

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News

Zimbabwe: Seth Rukato Off to Italy

[ad_1] Seth Rukato and his father, Tinashe, left for Italy yesterday to start an intensive two weeks of practice and competition at the famous South Garda Karting Circuit in Lonato. This week, 11-year-old Seth will be busy testing and practicing in preparation for the ROK Cup World Super-final where he will line up on the grid representing Zimbabwe at this prestigious event, which kicks off on October 15 and will run until October 19. He will be joined by well-known […]

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News

Zimbabwe: Fair Draw for Mighty Warriors

[ad_1] Six-time COSAFA Women's Championship champions Zimbabwe have been handed a fair draw as they seek to re-establish themselves as a force in the regional football tournament. The competition is scheduled for Gqeberha, South Africa from October 22-November 2. Zimbabwe were pooled together with Mozambique and Lesotho in Group D during a draw conducted in Johannesburg, South Africa yesterday. Only the top teams from each of the pools will advance to the semi-finals. Returning Mighty Warriors coach Sithethelelwe "Kwinji 15" […]

todayOctober 10, 2024 2

Japan

2025 Expo head expects ticket sales to speed up

[ad_1] Masakazu Tokura, head of the Japan Association for the 2025 World Exposition, said in an interview Thursday that sales of tickets for the international exhibition to be held in the city of Osaka are expected to speed up soon."I think (ticket sales) will accelerate as admission reservations will begin Sunday," said Tokura, chairman of the Japan Business Federation, the country's biggest business lobby. So far, only around half of […]

todayOctober 10, 2024 2

Africa

Africa: Ignore Facebook Video Advertising a Miracle Formula That Can Cure Chronic Kidney Disease

[ad_1] Ignore Facebook video advertising a miracle formula that can cure chronic kidney disease IN SHORT: A Facebook post claims a "two-in-one active formula" can cure chronic kidney disease and reverse all kidney problems. But there is no cure for chronic kidney disease, and a kidney specialist warns people not to look for solutions on social media. A Facebook post advertises a "two-in-one active kidney formula" that can "permanently" reverse all kidney problems. Part of the post reads: "Revealed! The […]

todayOctober 10, 2024 2

Africa

Africa: Rwanda Launches Event-Based Surveillance Guidelines

[ad_1] The Rwanda Biomedical Center (RBC) has introduced a new set of Event-Based Surveillance (EBS) guidelines designed to enhance the country's public health response amidst the ongoing mpox outbreak. Rwanda adapted the Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention (Africa CDC)'s revised EBS framework published in 2023. The guidelines were finalized, approved, and launched during a convening led by RBC at the Onomo Hotel from September 9 -12, 2024. The initiative aims to improve Rwanda's ability to detect and respond […]

todayOctober 10, 2024 3

Africa

Africa: Community Health Plan for Tanzania Needs $360m for Expansion

[ad_1] A five-year plan for Tanzania requires a total of $360m for a phased implementation of the Integrated and Coordinated Community Health Workers program to advance the achievement of Universal Health Coverage. The first year alone will cost $40m. The cost was released at a workshop held by Africa CDC from 2 to 6 September 2024 in collaboration with donors and implementing partners who supported the Ministries of Health of Tanzania and Zanzibar in Dar es Salaam to develop their […]

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