Africa Africa: Malaria Elimination – Lessons From Cabo Verde [ad_1] The recent certification of Cabo Verde by the World Health Organisation, WHO, as the third malaria-free country in Africa after Mauritius (1973) and Algeria (2019) offers valuable lessons for Nigeria in its fight against the disease. Cabo Verde's success came from sustained commitment from the government. High-level political leadership ensured consistent funding, effective policy implementation, and strong coordination across different sectors. Nigeria can learn to replicate this commitment by prioritising malaria control in national development plans and mobilising resources […] todayJanuary 19, 2024 2
Africa Africa: Blinken to Visit Nigeria As Russia, China Make Gains in Africa [ad_1] The United States Secretary of State Antony Blinken will visit sub-Saharan Africa for the first time in 10 months, the State Department said Thursday, redirecting his focus as rivals Russia and China seek gains there. After four frenetic tours of the Middle East since war broke out on October 7 with a Hamas attack on Israel, Blinken will visit Nigeria, Ivory Coast, Angola and Cape Verde starting Monday. Blinken will discuss economic growth and "advance security partnerships based on […] todayJanuary 19, 2024 2
insert_link Africa Kenya health insurance fund: Boost for President William Ruto as court lifts ban [ad_1] This, alongside the suspension of a controversial housing levy, rattled President Ruto, who has recently publicly accused some unnamed judges of corruption. He said the judiciary was working with the opposition to block his government's projects, sparking protests from lawyers. [ad_2] Source link todayJanuary 19, 2024 1
Africa Africa: Election Rigging Claims Spark Turbulence in Comoros [ad_1] President Assoumani's opponents have rejected his election to a fifth term based on a meagre 16.3% voter turnout. Africa's 2024 election season - comprising 19 presidential and general polls - got off to an unpromising and alarming start this week. After Sunday's re-election of President Azali Assoumani to an effective fifth term, violent protests against the result broke out in Moroni, the capital of Comoros. The government responded by imposing a night-time curfew and deploying the army on the […] todayJanuary 19, 2024 2
Africa Africa: What Is Genocide? Six Western Countries Want a Broader Application of Genocide – Experts Unpack Why It Matters [ad_1] In November 2023, six western states filed a joint application before the International Court of Justice (ICJ) arguing for an ample and expansive understanding of genocide. This intervention, as it is legally termed, was made by Canada, Denmark, France, Germany, the Netherlands and the UK in relation to the genocide case The Gambia filed against Myanmar in 2019. The still on-going case revolves around the violent expulsion of Rohingya people from Myanmar into Bangladesh. Our research focus is on […] todayJanuary 19, 2024 1
insert_link Africa Nelson Mandela auction: South Africa seeks to block sale in row over heritage [ad_1] The government aims to block the sale of personal items to preserve the anti-apartheid hero's legacy. [ad_2] Source link todayJanuary 19, 2024 2
insert_link Africa Thomas Kwoyelo: Lord's Resistance Army commander on trial [ad_1] Former child soldier Thomas Kwoyelo faces more than 90 charges, including murder and rape. [ad_2] Source link todayJanuary 19, 2024 2
Africa Africa: Senegal, Cameroon up For a Big Clash [ad_1] The Charles Konan Banny stadium in Yamoussoukro will host one of the biggest games on the continent between Senegal and Cameroon on Friday, 19 January 17h00 in the second round of Group C matches of the TotalEnergies CAF Africa Cup of Nations Côte d'Ivoire 2023. The Charles Konan Banny stadium in Yamoussoukro will host one of the biggest games on the continent between Senegal and Cameroon on Friday, 19 January 17h00 in the second round of Group C matches […] todayJanuary 19, 2024 1
Africa Africa: Osimhen Delighted After Overcoming Cote d’Ivoire Challenge [ad_1] Nigeria's forward, Victor Osimhen, emerged as the standout player in the thrilling encounter against hosts Cote d'Ivoire on Thursday night, securing a 1-0 victory for the Super Eagles. Named Man of the Match, Osimhen shared his elation during a post-match press conference, emphasizing the significance of overcoming the formidable host nation. Following a lackluster 1-1 draw in their opening match against Equatorial Guinea in the TotalEnergies CAF Africa Cup of Nations 2023, Nigeria exhibited resilience and determination, clinching a […] todayJanuary 19, 2024 2