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Africa: Can FOCAC Adapt to Meet Africa’s Long-Term Needs?

[ad_1] African countries' bilateral deals with China should be clearly aligned with the continent's development goals. The Forum on China-Africa Cooperation (FOCAC) has been a cornerstone of Africa-China relations since its inception in 2000. But the ninth summit in Beijing from 4 to 6 September 2024 takes place amid rising geopolitical tensions that will see China prioritise its position in relation to other world powers. At this summit, African countries […]

todayAugust 28, 2024

Africa

East Africa: Somalia Gives Kenya a Wide Berth As EAC Heads Launch Raila’s AU Bid

[ad_1] The East African Community officially launched Kenya's opposition leader, Raila Odinga, as its preferred candidate for the African Union Commission chairmanship on Tuesday. The event, held at Nairobi's State House and presided over by President William Ruto, saw the attendance of several regional leaders, including Uganda's President Yoweri Museveni, Tanzania's President Samia Suluhu, South Sudan's President Salva Kiir, and Rwanda's Prime Minister. Burundi was represented by a high-level delegate. […]

todayAugust 28, 2024

Entertainment

Nigeria: I’ll Enter Big Brother Naija Next Year – Chidimma Adetshina

[ad_1] "If I can stay away for seven weeks at Miss SA, trust me, I'm sure I can do it. I don't plan to go back to South Africa for now." Chidinma Adetshina of Miss South Africa fame, has revealed her intention to audition for Big Brother Naija's reality TV show in 2025. The BBN 2024 edition, tagged 'No Loose Guard', is underway. PREMIUM TIMES reported that Ms Adetshina, who […]

todayAugust 28, 2024

Africa

Africa: South Africa’s Johan Rupert Overtakes Dangote As Africa’s Richest Man

[ad_1] South Africa's luxury goods tycoon Johann Rupert has become Africa's top billionaires, overtaking Nigeria's Aliko Dangote, who has lost the prime spot. The 74-year-old controls the world's largest luxury watchmaker, Cie Financiere Richemont, through a family trust, with the Bellevue-based company owning renowned brands like Jaeger-LeCoultre and Cartier. According to the latest data from the Bloomberg Billionaires Index, Rupert's net worth has increased to $14.3 billion, surpassing that of […]

todayAugust 28, 2024

News

Nigeria: My Five-Year Journey to Clear My Name – Siasia

[ad_1] Though laced with challenges, Siasia said his life story is one of perseverance and integrity. Former Super Eagles Chief Coach Samson Siasia has spoken about his journey to clear his name after being banned for five years over alleged match-fixing. Speaking at an event organised by his committee of friends, primarily parents of young footballers in the Siaone Soccer Academy, Siasia shared his journey from growing up in Ajegunle […]

todayAugust 28, 2024

News

Nigeria: Controversy Greets Labbadia’s Appointment As Super Eagles Coach – Men Behind His Hire

[ad_1] The decision to appoint the German Bruno Labbadia as the new coach of the Super Eagles was not unanimous as several NFF senior officials said the coach was forced on them. They alleged that it was a unilateral decision taken by the NFF president, Ibrahim Gusau and the Sports Development minister, Senator John Enoh as against the claim in an NFF official statement that both the technical committee and […]

todayAugust 28, 2024

Entertainment

Rwanda: Ex-Sauti Sol’s Bien-Aimé in Kigali for Music Project With Bruce Melodie

[ad_1] Renowned Kenyan Musician Bien Aimé Baraza is in Kigali for a join music project with Rwandan star singer Bruce Melodie. Upon arrival at Kigali International Airport on Tuesday, August 27, Bien-Aimé revealed that he has a profound connection with Rwanda, stating, "I feel like I am coming back home. My heart belongs here." The Grammy Award-winning songwriter thanked Bruce Melodie for accepting to work on a song together. He […]

todayAugust 28, 2024

Entertainment

Uganda: Comedian T-Amale Blames Career Decline On Bobi’s Political Popularity

[ad_1] Comedian, Innocent Kafeero alias T-Amale has attributed the decline in his career to the change in popularity of former Forum for Democratic Change (FDC) president, Dr. Kiiza Besigye. T-Amale rose to fame over the years through his comedies in which he imitated various personalities, including former political commentator, the late Joseph Tamale Mirundi. However, in the last two years, the comedian's career has seen a sharp decline. Appearing on […]

todayAugust 28, 2024

News

South Africa: Gayton Mckenzie Silent On Basketball Fiasco

[ad_1] The sports minister promised to report back last Friday after chaos of U18 African Championship tournament came to light With less than one week to go, Basketball South Africa (BSA) has finally released the lists for the national teams that will be competing in this year's U18 Basketball African Championship. Players who were not selected are upset that many of the players chosen for the national squad did not […]

todayAugust 28, 2024

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