Africa: South Africa Steps Up Cancer Data Gathering

[ad_1] Johannesburg — South Africa has begun collecting data on cancer directly from patients for the first time, to help shape national cancer policies and resourcing. A lack of extensive and detailed data has long been recognised as a barrier to improved cancer care, amid a national and Africa-wide crisis. According to the World Health Organization, there are around 1.1 million new cancer cases and 700, 000 deaths from cancer in Africa each year. "With every registration, it takes us […]

February 15, 2024 2

Entertainment

Namibia: Local Musician Releases Single to Raise Awareness On Gender Violence

[ad_1] Ken Soul, a prominent music brand, has unveiled a new track by their artist Liz Ogumbo titled "Say No," aimed at shedding light on the issue of gender violence and advocating for positive social change. The song is now available for streaming and download on major music platforms, including Spotify and Apple Music. Additionally, Ogumbo is set to launch a comprehensive social media campaign utilizing hashtags such as #SayNo and #EndGBV to engage audiences, share resources, and encourage dialogue […]

February 15, 2024 3

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Africa: IcJ’s Gaza Genocide Case – Big Win, but With What Effect?

[ad_1] Ensuring Israel's compliance with the provisional measures will require action by other international bodies, states and civil society. On 26 January, the International Court of Justice (ICJ) ordered provisional measures in South Africa's case against Israel on allegations of genocide in Gaza. Securing the order, which was hailed as a major achievement, is one thing - seeing to its implementation is another. With this decision, the ICJ instructed Israel to prevent genocide, ensure Israeli forces don't commit genocide, and […]

February 15, 2024 2

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South Africa: Afcon Bronze Medalists Bafana Arrive Home in Pomp and Ceremony

[ad_1] The South African senior men's team walked away with the bronze medal at AFCON after beating DR Congo 6-5 on penalties in the tournament's third-place playoffs. A huge crowd gathered at the airport from 2am and patiently waited for coach Hugo Broos and his team to arrive later in the morning on Valentine's Day. Sports Minister Zizi Kodwa thanked the team for restoring the country's pride and also gave special mention to the small band of members of the […]

February 14, 2024 3

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Zimbabwe: New Zifa Technical Director Preaches Junior Football Development

[ad_1] The ZIFA Normalization Committee has appointed former Zimbabwe Saints player Jethro Hunidzarira as the new technical director. Hunidzarira was unveiled on Tuesday at a press briefing held in the capital. In his address to the media, the 61-year-old CAF A license holder who comes in as a replacement for Wilson Mutekede emphasized more on grassroots football. "What we need is a proper grass-root structure where we have leagues from regional then provincial level then going into the national. "For […]

February 14, 2024 3

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Zimbabwe: Zim Kart Racing Team Off to SA

[ad_1] The largest contingent of Zimbabwean kart racers competing in a single race meeting outside of Zimbabwe will leave the country this week and head to Zwartkops international kart track in South Africa for the first African Karting Cup. Jaedon Masiyanise will race in the senior OKN class of the African Karting Cup and Zaydaan Savania will race in the junior OKJ class. They will compete against 40 drivers from nine other African nations and make history by participating in […]

February 14, 2024 3

Entertainment

Zimbabwe: ‘Tunga’ Director At War With Actors Over Production Payments

[ad_1] Producer and director of the popular local television series, "Tunga" has responded to allegations levelled against him by his actors who claim that he is selfish and a liar. Some of the actors have said director Willard Magombeze, affectionately known as 'Slimaz', has not paid them for the past four years, did not treat them fairly, and, is working on another production with monies from "Tunga." In an interview with The Herald Arts, Slimaz said he was surprised with […]

February 14, 2024 2

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South Africa: Draft Work Visa Regulations a Boon for Attracting Skills

[ad_1] South Africa's new draft work visa regulations are a milestone for the country's efforts to attract investment and promote job creation. This is according to President Cyril Ramaphosa who addressed the nation through his weekly newsletter on Monday. Last week, the Department of Home Affairs released the draft second amendment of the Immigration Regulations for public comment. The draft regulations deal with remote work and critical skills visas. "The publication of the new draft regulations are part of our […]

February 13, 2024 2

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Africa: It's Time for Africa!

[ad_1] [SAnews.gov.za] The official launch of South Africa's first shipment and preferential trading under the African Continental Free Trade Agreement (AfCFTA) on 31 January 2024, at the Port of Durban goes beyond a feather in the cap for trade and economic growth. It signals the unyielding African spirit which has prevailed against the injustices that plagued our continent, including colonialism and apartheid. [ad_2] Source link

February 13, 2024 2

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