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Africa Challenged to Grab AfCFTA Opportunities

[ad_1] DURBAN, South Africa: AFRICAN countries have been urged to take advantage of the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) opportunities to stimulate business as it envisions reaching the continent's agenda in 2063. Minister of Industry and Trade, Dr Ashatu Kijaji made the remarks on Tuesday this week at the opening of the 13th AfCFTA Council of Ministers (COM) meeting in Durban, South Africa. "As member states of this agreement we should make good use of the existing opportunities starting […]

todayFebruary 2, 2024

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Dive into the thrill of the game: Virtually and physically

[ad_1] In today’s digital age, the line between the traditional sporting battlefields and the vibrant casino floors has been intriguingly blurred. Sports fans no longer just cheer from the sidelines—they are stepping into an electrifying world where their passion for the game can bear fruit in more ways than one, thanks to platforms like betway gh. Enthusiasts experience the seamless transition from spectating to participating, making each game even more thrilling. […]

todayFebruary 2, 2024

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Survivors being treated after Kenya gas explosion

[ad_1] Survivors being treated after Kenya gas explosion - BBC News BreakingBreaking newsClose breaking news SummaryAt least three people are now confirmed to have died in a huge gas explosion in the Kenyan capital, NairobiMore than 250 were injured in the blast which took place in the densely populated Embakasi district just before midnightA government spokesperson said the blast happened after a lorry loaded with gas exploded [ad_2] Source link

todayFebruary 2, 2024

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Kenya: 2 dead, hundreds injured in gas explosion

[ad_1] At least two people have died in a gas explosion in Kenya’s capital, Nairobi on Thursday evening. Over 200 people sustained injuries in the huge explosion in the East African country, according to local officials. Local media reported that the blaze started when a truck carrying gas blew up in Nairobi’s Embakasi district at about 11:30 p.m. local time. The blast ignited “a huge ball of fire that spread […]

todayFebruary 2, 2024

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Africa: Oil Firms Forced to Consider Full Climate Effects of New Drilling, Following Landmark Norwegian Court Ruling

[ad_1] Norway's district court in Oslo recently made a decision on fossil fuels that deserves the attention of every person concerned about climate change. This ruling, which compels energy firms to account for the industry's entire carbon footprint, could change the way oil and gas licenses are awarded in Norway - and inspire similar legal challenges to fossil fuel production in other countries. The court ruled that three petroleum production licenses, held by energy companies including Equinor and Aker BP, […]

todayFebruary 2, 2024

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Africa: Prospects for Commonwealth Countries, Addressing Gaps and Shaping Expectations for COP29

[ad_1] By Unnikrishnan Divakaran Nair and Nirupama Vinayan LONDON, Jan 31 2024 (IPS) - The 28th Conference of Parties (COP28) to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) marked a pivotal moment in the global efforts to combat climate change. Held in Dubai, United Arab Emirates (UAE) with the participation of delegates from around the world, COP28 showcased a commitment to drive genuine strides in climate action, bringing optimism and progress to the forefront. Here we explore the […]

todayFebruary 2, 2024

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Africa: Onerous Debt Making Poorest Poorer

[ad_1] Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia — Contractionary economic trends since 2008 and 'geopolitical' conflicts subverting international cooperation have worsened world conditions, especially in the poorest countries, mainly in Africa, leaving their poor worse off. Conditions and prospects are so bad that two well-known globalisation cheerleaders have appealed to rich nations for urgent action. Former IMF Deputy Managing Director and World Bank Senior Vice-President, Professor Anne Krueger and influential Financial Times columnist Martin Wolf warn ominously of the dire consequences of inaction. […]

todayFebruary 2, 2024

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