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Japan should aim to maintain population of 80 million by 2100: panel

[ad_1] Amid concerns over rapid depopulation, a private panel has proposed that Japan should aim to have a stable population of 80 million by 2100 in order to maintain economic growth.Last April, the government released an estimate that the population would be reduced by half to about 63 million in 2100, with 40% of people expected to be 65 or older.Japan has wrestled with the issue of a declining birthrate […]

todayJanuary 10, 2024

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Africa: CAF Increases Prize Money for Afcon Finalists

[ad_1] Luanda — The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has announced a 40% increase in the prize money for the winner of the African Cup of Nations (AFCON2023), to be played as from Saturday in Côte d'Ivoire. The winner of this year's edition, dubbed TotalEnergies AFCON Africa Côte d'Ivoire, will receive USD 7.000.000 compared to the USD 1.250,000 received by the previous champion two years ago. The runner-up in the continental competition will now receive USD 4.000,000 and each of […]

todayJanuary 10, 2024

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‘Definitely a trap’: Ukraine’s sappers face new dangers

[ad_1] Donetsk region, Ukraine – A deafening explosion shakes the ground, sending lumps of dirt and smoke into the air, breaking the seeming tranquility of a cold January morning in the frozen fields of war-torn Ukraine's eastern Donbas region.After almost two years of grinding trench warfare against invading Russian troops, some 30% of Ukrainian territory is thought to be littered with unexploded mines."The Russians connect the mines," said Sergeant Boller, […]

todayJanuary 10, 2024

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Africa: Afcon 2023 Preview – Zambia’s Chipolopolo First Appearance in Eight Years

[ad_1] Chipolopolo makes a return to the AFCON under Avram Grant and has set sights on moving past the group stage and possibly winning the tournament. Zambia made history on the continent when it defeated a star-studded Ivorian side to win the 2012 AFCON. The team was led by the Katongo brothers, Christopher and Felix. 11 years after the win, Zambian football has struggled, with the team crashing out in the group stage in the 2013 and 2015 editions, while […]

todayJanuary 10, 2024

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Africa: Minister Lamola to Lead South Africa’s Delegation to the Hague

[ad_1] Minister of Justice and Correctional Services Ronald Lamola will lead South Africa's delegation to the Peace Palace, which houses the United Nations International Court of Justice, in the Hague. South Africa has approached the International Court of Justice, under the Genocide Convention, with respect to acts committed by Israel in the context of its attacks on Gaza. "We are determined to see the end of the genocide that is currently taking place in Gaza. We are most encouraged by […]

todayJanuary 10, 2024

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Kenya: Naomi Wafula Leads Kenyan Charge as Magical Kenya Ladies Open Returns to Vipingo

[ad_1] Nairobi — The Magical Kenya Ladies Open (MKLO) returns to the 18-hole Baobab Course in Vipingo Ridge, Kilifi County from February 8-11 for the fourth edition of the tournament - having been held in 2019, 2022, and 2023. As in the previous two editions (2022 and 2023), the Magical Kenya Ladies Open - the only women's professional golf tournament in East Africa - will serve as the season-opener for the 2024 Ladies European Tour (LET) calendar. Entries for the […]

todayJanuary 10, 2024

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Kenya: Sizzling Action Returns to Nairobi Polo Club After Wet Weekend

[ad_1] Nairobi — All roads lead to the Nairobi Polo Club this weekend for the Maria Bencivenga Cup tournament with several teams expected in contention. The tournament is the second at the same venue in a week following last weekend's Davis Cup, which was unfortunately washed off by the heavy rains compounding the city. Nonetheless, in a statement, the club assured enthusiasts of more sizzling action on and off the pitch for the entire month. "Polo tickets purchases for the […]

todayJanuary 10, 2024

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