Africa Africa: Wale Tinubu – The Indefatigable Spirit of Africa’s Top Entrepreneur [ad_1] "Repeat a lie often enough and it becomes the truth," is a law of propaganda often attributed to the Nazi Joseph Goebbels. Repetition makes a fact seem more true, regardless of whether it is or not. This clearly may be why those who are envious and intimidated by the rising profile of Oando Plc and that of its Group Chief Executive Officer, Wale Tinubu, have in recent times been spreading negative narrative against them. Oando and Wale Tinubu have […] todayOctober 2, 2024 2
insert_link Africa Dikembe Mutombo: Africa’s NBA giant with a ‘heart of gold’ [ad_1] With his 7ft 2in (2.18m) frame and size 22 feet, Mutombo certainly stood out and his pronounced, gravelly voice meant he was a man who demanded attention when he spoke.Born in Kinshasa in June 1966, Mutombo moved to the United States in 1987 to study medicine at Georgetown University, but eventually switched courses to concentrate on his fledgling basketball career.Described as a “humanitarian at his core” by NBA commissioner […] todayOctober 2, 2024 2
Africa Africa: Washington – Ministerial Meeting of Global Coalition to Defeat Daesh Welcomes Role of Africa Focus Group, Co-Chaired By Morocco [ad_1] Washington — The ministerial meeting commemorating the 10th anniversary of the creation of the Global Coalition to Defeat Daesh issued, Monday in Washington, a communiqué reaffirming the importance of the "Africa Focus Group" in the fight against terrorism in Africa. Co-chaired by Morocco, Saudi Arabia, the United States, and Italy, this group plays a central role in coordinating regional efforts to counter terrorist threats on the continent. The communiqué also commends the work of the Global Coalition's Africa Focus […] todayOctober 1, 2024 2
Africa Africa: How Vaccines and Rapid Diagnosis Can Help Eradicate Meningitis [ad_1] We've shown meningitis can be eliminated. Let's do it. It is a deadly disease linked to high temperatures, airborne dust and overcrowded living conditions – some of the very conditions that climate change threatens to exacerbate. It caused an estimated 250,000 deaths in 2019, ranks among the top killers of young children and can leave survivors with brain damage and hearing loss. This disease is bacterial meningococcal meningitis, and it can appear anywhere at any time. But it disproportionately affects the Meningitis Belt, which […] todayOctober 1, 2024 1
Africa Africa: 1.3 Million Future Deaths Prevented By Gavi-Supported Vaccines in 2023 [ad_1] Geneva — In the time it takes you to read this press release, Gavi-supported vaccination programmes will have saved 6 lives 2023 saw the Vaccine Alliance massively step up its HPV vaccination programme, with more girls protected than in the entire preceding decade More than ever, countries are contributing to the cost of their immunisation programmes, as co-financing surpasses US$ 200m for the first time Read Gavi's Annual Progress Report 2023 here Over 1.3 million future deaths were averted […] todayOctober 1, 2024 1
Africa Africa: Why Pay Tax? African Study Finds Trust in Government Is Key [ad_1] Taxes are important. They're a primary way in which governments fund essential services like healthcare, education, infrastructure and social protection programmes. They are vital to the economic development of countries. In sub-Saharan African countries, the need for public services is great and fiscal resources are often scarce. Getting the public to pay their taxes is essential. However, a variety of structural and governance challenges have made it difficult to effectively mobilise revenue. Recent tax protests in Kenya illustrate the […] todayOctober 1, 2024
Africa Africa: Breast Cancer Is the Most Common Cancer in the World. 5 Reads That Could Save Lives [ad_1] Every year breast cancer claims more than 650,000 lives worldwide. Survival rates have been recorded to be as high as 90% in high income countries. In sub-Saharan Africa the rate is less than 40%. A recent study found that the incidences of breast cancer in sub-Saharan Africa had increased by 247% from 1990 to 2019. The highest incidence was recorded in Nigeria. For Breast Cancer Awareness Month we highlight four essential reads about the difficulties women in Africa must […] todayOctober 1, 2024 2
insert_link Africa Vocal Kenyan activist in court over cyber-crime [ad_1] A Kenyan lawyer and activist has appeared in court in connection with alleged cyber-harassment a day after he was dramatically arrested in the capital, Nairobi, sparking public anger. David Morara Kebaso has attracted a huge following on social media for his posts about alleged corruption and the misuse of public funds through fictitious or stalled projects. The 28-year-old was arrested Monday evening by masked police who confiscated his phones […] todayOctober 1, 2024 2
insert_link Africa President Bola Tinubu pleads for ‘patience’ amid tough economy [ad_1] Nigerian president Bola Tinubu has pleaded with his compatriots for "patience" as they continue to grapple with a tough economic situation.In an independence day speech, Tinubu defended his controversial economic reforms, saying they were necessary and are beginning bear results.He also insisted Nigeria is "winning the war" on the violence that has killed thousands in the north over recent years - a declaration that will seem far-fetched to some.Protesters […] todayOctober 1, 2024 2