News Nigeria: Olowookere Lists Captain Afolabi,20 Others for U-17 Women’s World Cup [ad_1] Head Coach Bankole Olowookere has listed Captain Taiwo Afolabi and forwards Harmony Chidi and Peace Effiong in his 21-woman Flamingos' roster for this year's FIFA U17 Women's World Cup finals in the Dominican Republic. The clinical Chidi scored 13 of the team's record-setting 25 goals in the qualifying series, as the bronze medallists from the last edition of the championship in India barnstormed their way past Central African Republic, Burkina Faso and Liberia in the continental campaign. Petite midfielder […] todayOctober 2, 2024 1
News Nigeria: NOC Plans Improve Communication, Operational Strategies [ad_1] To improve communication and the impact of its programmes, the Nigeria Olympic Committee (NOC) has resolved to hold more of its International Olympic Committee (IOC)- sponsored Solidarity Training courses and workshops outside the traditional hubs of Abuja and Lagos. The Olympic body resolved this during its first Executive Committee meeting since the 2024 Paris Olympic Games, and the NOC acknowledged that the feedback from the field had shown a more significant misunderstanding of its role. According to a statement […] todayOctober 2, 2024 2
Africa Africa: Social Cohesion – an African Collage of Imperfect Tolerance and Cautious Trust [ad_1] Surveys find widespread perceptions of unfair treatment based on people's economic status. Key findings On average across 39 countries, at least eight in 10 Africans express tolerant attitudes toward people of different ethnicities (89%), different religions (85%), different political affiliations (82%), and different nationalities (80%). Only one-fourth (24%) say the same about people in same-sex relationships. o Levels of tolerance have remained fairly stable over the past decade. o While intolerance for sexual differences reaches 94% in Uganda, Sierra […] todayOctober 2, 2024 1
Entertainment Uganda: Archbishop Kaziimba – Music, Dance, and Drama Are Essential for Gospel Preaching [ad_1] The Archbishop of the Church of Uganda, Dr. Stephen Samuel Kaziimba Mugalu, has emphasised the importance of Music, Dance, and Drama (MDD) as effective means for spreading the gospel. In a speech delivered on his behalf by Mr. Samuel Bakutana, the President of the Provincial Fathers' Union, during the Provincial Mothers' Union MDD competitions at St. Janani Luwum Schools in Bombo, Luwero Diocese, Archbishop Kaziimba highlighted that MDD not only disseminates the gospel but also nurtures faith and strengthens […] todayOctober 2, 2024 2
Entertainment Uganda: Can Ugandan Players Use Free Casino Bonuses to Earn Money? [ad_1] The thing is, the competition in the market is insanely high, and operators have to stand out and increase user engagement. The gambling sector is booming in Uganda - according to reports about African gambling, up to 71% of the country's residents opt for this entertainment. The transfer of casinos to the digital world opened up multiple opportunities for players. Bonuses are an important part of the iGaming industry in 2024, so why not use them to your advantage? […] todayOctober 2, 2024 2
insert_link Japan BOJ chief tells PM that bank will move cautiously on rate hike timing [ad_1] Bank of Japan Gov. Kazuo Ueda said he told new Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba in a meeting on Wednesday that the central bank was supporting Japan's economy and will move cautiously in deciding whether to raise interest rates further.The meeting, Ueda's first with the new prime minister since he was officially appointed by parliament on Tuesday, came after Ishiba urged the BOJ to maintain loose monetary policy, as the […] todayOctober 2, 2024 1
News Nigeria: World Rugby Hosts Seminar On Coaching, Officiating in Abuja [ad_1] World Rugby, in collaboration with the Nigeria Rugby Football Federation (NRFF), is set to host a specialist seminar focusing on coaching, medical care, and match officiating in Abuja. The event, which aims to strengthen the technical and administrative aspects of rugby in Nigeria, will run from today, October 1 to October 5. According to the organisers, the seminar will bring together key stakeholders, with educators from both World Rugby and Rugby Africa leading various sessions. In the first three […] todayOctober 2, 2024 2
News Kenya: Advantage Ngara B in Div. 2 Title Race As Kanbis a Ends Season On a High [ad_1] Nairobi — Ngara Sports Club B handlers believe Stray Lions C's loss to Wolves B over the weekend puts them in a good position to win the Nairobi Provincial Cricket Association (NPCA) title. Ngara B consolidated the NPCA 50 overs - Division 2 lead despite not touching a bat at the weekend. This is after their closest challengers for the title Stray Lions C suffered a shock 20-run loss to Wolves Cricket Club B at Viraj International Academy. Reflecting […] todayOctober 2, 2024 2
Africa Africa: Cipesa’s 2024 State of Internet Freedom in Africa Report Examines the Interplay Between Technology and Elections. [ad_1] Collaboration on International ICT Policy for East and Southern Africa (CIPESA) This statement was originally published on cipesa.org on 27 September 2024. The Collaboration on International ICT Policy has launched the 11th edition of the State of Internet Freedom in Africa report. This year, the report examines the interplay between technology and elections in Africa during the so-called Year of Democracy, when at least 20 African countries were scheduled to go to the polls. While highlighting the growing influence […] todayOctober 2, 2024 2
insert_link Japan Ishiba looks to ‘defense tribe’ to fill key Cabinet positions [ad_1] One of the major features of new Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba’s Cabinet becomes quickly apparent at just a glance.With four former defense ministers in key posts — most notably, the defense and foreign affairs portfolios — it leans heavily on members of the Liberal Democratic Party’s bōeizoku, or “defense tribe.”Ishiba has named Gen Nakatani — who served in the post under late former Prime Minister Shinzo Abe — as […] todayOctober 2, 2024 1