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Africa: Key Highlights of Kenya in 2023 – Africa Climate Summit and Visa-Free Declaration

[ad_1] In the year 2023, Kenya made significant strides on the global stage by addressing two major issues that have far-reaching implications for Africa and the world. These developments not only demonstrated Kenya's commitment to global challenges but also showcased its role as a progressive leader on the continent. Inaugural Africa Climate Summit in Nairobi: In September, Kenya had the honour of hosting the inaugural Africa Climate Summit in its capital city, Nairobi. This historic event brought together leaders, experts, […]

January 2, 2024

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Rwanda: Six Rwandan Footballers Who Stood Out in 2023

[ad_1] It was a great year for Rwandan football during which a host of players had great outings at club and national team levels. Times Sport takes a look at six Rwandan footballers who were outstanding in 2023 as we usher in the new year. Emmanuel Imanishimwe The AS FAR Rabat left-back was by far Rwanda's standout player in 2023 after having a wonderful calendar year during which he played a total of 40 games for both club and country. […]

January 2, 2024

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Rwanda: Goalie Hakizimana Completes AS Kigali Move

[ad_1] AS Kigali have announced the signing of Rayon Sports goalkeeper Adolphe Hakizimana on an undisclosed deal. The young shot stopper has lost his starting berth to Blues' new signing Simon Tamale and he has been struggling for playing time since the Ugandan arrived at the club. The Citizens see Hakizimana as a perfect replacement for Yves Kimenyi who is out for the rest of the season through injury. "Thrilled to announce the signing of new goalkeeper Adolphe Hakizimana. Ready […]

January 2, 2024

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Kenya: Methu Crowned New King of Kenyan Chess After Scintillating Nine-Round Battle

[ad_1] Nairobi — Joseph Methu is the new national champion after edging a scintillating battle at the Kenya National Chess Championships at Charter Hall on Saturday. Methu was declared the new king of Kenyan chess after a maximum score through a nine-round competition that began on Wednesday. The new champion was elated after finally clinching a title that has eluded him for so many years. "I am so happy...I have fought many years to win the national championships but I […]

January 2, 2024

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Africa: What Covid Diaries Have in Common With Samuel Pepys’ 17th-Century Plague Diaries

[ad_1] People keep diaries for all sorts of reasons - to record events, work through difficult situations, or manage stress and trauma. The ongoing COVID inquiry shows diaries also have important political and historic significance. The UK's former chief scientific adviser Patrick Vallance's diaries have been a key source of evidence, exposing the chaos within government at the time. In my PhD research, I've been exploring the COVID diaries of ordinary people, as well as diaries kept during the Great […]

January 2, 2024

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Asian American officials cite unfair treatment in China tensions

[ad_1] The New York Times – When Thomas Wong set foot in the United States Embassy in Beijing this summer for a new diplomatic posting, it was vindication after years of battling the State Department over a perceived intelligence threat — himself.Diplomatic Security officers had informed him when he joined the foreign service more than a decade ago that they were banning him from working in China. In a letter, he said, they wrongly cited the vague potential for undue […]

January 2, 2024

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Ethiopian Cuts Prices On Air Fare, Hotel Accommodation for Second Generation Diaspora

[ad_1] Addis Ababa — The Ethiopian Airlines, following Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed's invitation, has reduced the price of plane tickets and hotel accommodation for those second generation diaspora coming home. The premier called on the second generation members of the diaspora to come to Ethiopia in three rounds last week while inaugurating the Chebera Elephant Paw Lodge. Following the call, a main committee led by Ministry of Tourism and comprising federal and regional institutions has finalized preparations to welcome the […]

January 2, 2024

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Ethiopia: Ministry Ready to Provide Efficient, Quality Services for Tourists Coming to Ethiopia This Season

[ad_1] Addis Ababa — Ministry of Tourism has announced today its readiness to welcome and provide adequate services for tourists who come to the country this tourist peak season, State Minister Sileshi Girma told ENA. According to him, the period from September to January is a peak season of tourist flow in Ethiopia as many come to celebrate Ethiopian Christmas and Epiphany. Tourists from Europe and USA, including the Ethiopian Diaspora, come in large number to celebrate religious and cultural […]

January 2, 2024

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Kenya: 2 Suspects Arrested Over Murder of Athlete Benjamin Kiplagat as Final Moments Captured on CCTV

[ad_1] Nairobi — Two suspects have been arrested over the murder of athlete Benjamin Kiplagat. According to police, the suspects were captured on CCTV in the Saturday night ordeal. A knife suspected of being used in the killing of the 34-year-old Kiplagat was found on one of the suspects, Moiben sub county police commander Stephen Okal said. The motive for the killing appears to have been robbery, he said, because money and a cell phone had been taken from Kiplagat. […]

January 2, 2024

Africa: Key Highlights of Kenya in 2023 – Africa Climate Summit and Visa-Free Declaration

Rwanda: Six Rwandan Footballers Who Stood Out in 2023

Rwanda: Goalie Hakizimana Completes AS Kigali Move

Kenya: Methu Crowned New King of Kenyan Chess After Scintillating Nine-Round Battle

Africa: What Covid Diaries Have in Common With Samuel Pepys’ 17th-Century Plague Diaries

Asian American officials cite unfair treatment in China tensions

Ethiopian Cuts Prices On Air Fare, Hotel Accommodation for Second Generation Diaspora

Ethiopia: Ministry Ready to Provide Efficient, Quality Services for Tourists Coming to Ethiopia This Season

Kenya: 2 Suspects Arrested Over Murder of Athlete Benjamin Kiplagat as Final Moments Captured on CCTV

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