Africa: Kenya, Haiti Leaders Look to Force Police Mission Through Despite Court Ruling

[ad_1] Nairobi — The UN-mandated deployment is aimed at reining in rampant gang violence, but many people in Kenya and Haiti fear it could make things worse. With the support of the United States, the Haitian and Kenyan leaders are racing to find a way around a court order so Kenya can deploy 1,000 police officers to Haiti and lead a UN-mandated international assistance mission to rein in rampant gang violence. Last week, High Court judge Chacha Mwita ruled that […]

February 4, 2024

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Africa: A Fourth Afcon Title Loading for Super Eagles

[ad_1] The Super Eagles of Nigeria are suddenly soaring at the ongoing Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) in Cote d' Ivoire and Nigerians are pleasantly surprised by the unexpected resurgence in the team. At the end of their opening match against Equatorial Guinea, only a few Nigerians believed the Super Eagles would survive the group stage. But today, the story is different as the rejuvenated Eagles didn't only progress from group A but soared high into the semi-finals. The good […]

February 4, 2024

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Africa: Namibia’s President Hage Geingob Dies in Hospital

[ad_1] Namibia's President Hage Geingob died early Sunday in a hospital in Windhoek, the presidential office said in a statement. Geingob, 82, who was serving his second term as president, revealed last month that he was receiving treatment for cancer. "It is with utmost sadness and regret that I inform you that our beloved Dr. Hage G. Geingob, the President of the Republic of Namibia has passed on today", read the statement on X, formerly Twitter, signed by acting president […]

February 4, 2024

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Africa: President Ruto Phones Mbumba to Extend Condolences After Death of President Geingob

[ad_1] Nairobi — President William Ruto has phoned acting President of Namibia Dr. Nangolo Mbumba to extend condolences following the demise of President Hage Geingob. In his message, the President Ruto described President Geingob as a "distinguished leader who served the people of Namibia with focus and dedication." He stated that he was a believer of a unified Africa and strongly promoted the continent's voice and visibility at the global arena. "May God give the people of Namibia strength and […]

February 4, 2024

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Namibia’s President Geingob dies after cancer diagnosis

[ad_1] The president of Namibia Hage Geingob has died at the age of 82, the presidency said on Sunday. He died in hospital early on Sunday, just weeks after he was diagnosed with cancer. “At his side, was his dear wife Madame Monica Geingos and his children,” the presidency statement said. His vice President Nangolo Mbumba now takes over as president until presidential and parliamentary elections at the end of […]

February 4, 2024

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Why Kenyan men fail to condemn deadly misogyny

[ad_1] Rising cases of femicide reveal entrenched sexist attitudes in the East African nation. [ad_2] Source link

February 4, 2024

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Namibia President Hage Geingob dies aged 82

[ad_1] The world leader revealed his cancer diagnosis to the public last month. [ad_2] Source link

February 4, 2024

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Afcon 2023: Ronwen Williams saves four spot kicks as South Africa beat Cape Verde on penalties

[ad_1] Ronwen Williams denied Gilson Benchimol with a superb save in second-half added time of normal time and stopped four penalties as South Africa beat Cape VerdeRonwen Williams saved four spot kicks to help South Africa reach the semi-finals of the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations on penalties following a 0-0 draw against Cape Verde.Bebe, Willy Semedo, Laros Duarte and Patrick Andrade were all denied in the shootout by the […]

February 4, 2024

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Afcon 2023: Mali 1-2 Ivory Coast – Oumar Diakite’s 122nd-minute winner sends 10-man Elephants into semis

[ad_1] Ivory Coast scored late in both normal time and extra time in Bouake to reach the Afcon semi-finalsHost nation Ivory Coast produced another amazing Africa Cup of Nations escape act as Oumar Diakite's 122nd-minute winner sent the 10-man Elephants into the semi-finals at heartbroken Mali's expense.The hosts played the majority of the game at a numerical disadvantage after Odilon Kossounou's dismissal for two first-half fouls on Lassine Sinayoko and […]

February 4, 2024

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