Africa: How the Geneva Consensus Declaration Threatens International Cooperation and Development

[ad_1] New York — Last week, UN member states adopted the Pact of the Future - and its two annexes: the Global Digital Compact and the Declaration for Future Generations. These action-oriented documents are envisaged to counter emerging threats to development and acceleration of progress on Agenda 2030. Nonetheless, there remains little political prioritization of reproductive justice on this agenda. This is despite sustained and growing threats on sexual and reproductive health and rights that exposes about 43% of women […]

October 1, 2024 4

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Africa: Fight Against Terrorism – Blinken Commends Efforts of Africa Focus Group Co-Chaired By Morocco

[ad_1] Washington — US Secretary of State, Antony Blinken, underlined, Monday in Washington, the importance of the Africa Focus Group of the Global Coalition to Defeat Daesh, co-chaired by Morocco, the United States, Italy and Saudi Arabia, in the fight against terrorism on the African continent. Speaking at the opening of the 11th ministerial meeting of the Global Coalition to Defeat Daech, held at the State Department headquarters in the presence of minister of Foreign Affairs, African Cooperation and Moroccans […]

October 1, 2024 4

News

Rwanda: Kagame Appoints New Permanent Secretaries, RDP Tourism Chief

[ad_1] President Paul Kagame, on Monday, September 30, made new appointments across various departments, according to a statement for the Prime Minister's Office. Frank Gatera was appointed Permanent Secretary in the Office of the President. Michelle Byusa was appointed Permanent Secretary in the Office of the Prime Minister, replacing Yvonne Umulisa who named the clerk to the Senate. Umulisa has previously served in other positions, including as Permanent Secretary in the Ministry of Public Investments and Privatization, and Economic and […]

October 1, 2024 3

News

Angola Into Cosafa U20 Afcon Qualifier Semifinals

[ad_1] Angola have become the first team to book a place in the semifinals of the TotalEnergies CAF Under-20 Africa Cup of Nations | COSAFA Qualifier in Matola, Mozambique, while South Africa and Malawi were also winners on Sunday. Angola's 1-0 Group B victory over Namibia ensured they would top the three-team pool with six points, while Zambia and Namibia meet in the final game on Tuesday, looking to cling to their slim hopes of a place in the last-4. […]

October 1, 2024 3

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Africa: Niger Anticipates Economic Recovery On the Back of Oil Revenues

[ad_1] Niamey — Niger's economy is set to rebound after a year marked by an unprecedented political crisis. However, the rebound is dependent on favorable security and climate conditions, and continued oil production for exports, according to the World Bank's latest economic update for Niger, published today. The report analyzes the country's recent economic and poverty trends and provides a three-year outlook. In a dedicated chapter, it also analyzes the costs of improving access to quality primary and secondary education […]

October 1, 2024 3

Entertainment

Nigeria: Why Bobrisky Was Transferred to Maximum Security Custodial Centre – Official

[ad_1] The correctional centre official, Michael Anugwa, said Bobrisky was transferred to the Maximum Security Custodial Centre because it was discovered that the cross-dresser had some special body features. Michael Anugwa, the deputy controller of corrections (DCC) in charge of the Medium Security Custodial Centre (MSCC) in Kirikiri, Lagos State, has said Idris Okuneye, also known as Bobrisky, was transferred to the Maximum Security Custodial Centre because it was discovered that he had some female features, including breasts. Mr Anugwa […]

October 1, 2024 4

Entertainment

Nigerian Independence Day – Content Creators Proudly Repping Naija On Tiktok

[ad_1] As Nigeria celebrates its Independence Day, we don't just look back on the country's rich history, we look ahead towards an even brighter future--led by the creativity and innovation of its people. The digital age has changed the narrative for a number of important issues and we see this translated through the important days we commemorate nationally. From Nollywood to Afrobeats, Nigerian culture is dominating the global stage, and platforms like TikTok are providing a powerful platform for our […]

October 1, 2024 4

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Africa: Experts Commit to Step Up Immunization Programme in Central Africa

[ad_1] Kinshasa — At their 2024 meeting in Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of Congo from 9 to 12 September, Essential Programme on Immunization (EPI) managers from Central African countries committed to consolidate gains made by the EPI in its 50 years of existence. The meeting, which brought together EPI Managers from Angola, Burundi, Cameroon, Central African Republic, Chad, Congo, the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Equatorial Guinea, Gabon, Sao Tome and Principe was aimed at celebrating the achievements of EPI in […]

October 1, 2024 4

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Africa: East Africa Braces for Wheat Price Surge As Russian Crop Falls to 11-Year Low

[ad_1] East Africa faces the prospect of higher wheat prices in 2025 due to a projected poor crop in Russia, the region's primary supplier. The 2025 Russian wheat crop is expected to fall to an 11-year low, raising concerns for countries like Kenya, which imports up to 75 percent of its wheat needs from Russia and Ukraine. The Sovecon consultancy warned earlier this week that wheat sowing rates in Russia have dropped significantly, dampening the outlook for next year's harvest. […]

October 1, 2024 4

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