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Africa: Statement of Dr Alhaji Sarjoh Bah, Director of Conflict Management, Political Affairs, Peace and Security, AUC, At the 9th Informal Annual Joint Seminar Between Members of the United Nations Security Council (UNSC) and the African Union Peace and Security Council (Aupsc) Tarrytown, Ny 16 and 17 October 2024

[ad_1] Let me begin by expressing my gratitude to the Co-Chairs for inviting the AU to discuss the adverse effects of climate change on Africa's stability and development. While climate change poses significant threats, it also presents an unprecedented opportunity for positive change if we adopt a common approach. The […]

todayOctober 18, 2024

Africa

Africa: Internet Shutdowns – A Threat to Free Speech and Democracy in Africa

[ad_1] Internet shutdowns are a worrying trend in African countries, often justified during elections, protests, and periods of civil unrest, as measures to prevent the spread of misinformation or maintain public order. These actions violate the basic human right to free speech, silencing opposition and limiting democratic participation. Countries like […]

todayOctober 18, 2024

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Rwanda: Who Are Rwanda’s Top 5 Artists With Largest YouTube Community?

[ad_1] Gospel music sensation Israel Mbonyi has surpassed US-based secular-cum-gospel musician Meddy, and replaced him as Rwanda's first artiste with highest number of YouTube subscribers. Mbonyi's YouTube subscription hit 1.44 million, breaking Meddy's landmark record of 1.43 million subscribers. The 'Nina Siri' saw his music distribution significantly increasing at pace […]

todayOctober 18, 2024

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South Africa: Tension High in Sharpeville Following Violent Protests – South African News Briefs – October 18, 2024

[ad_1] Tension High in Sharpeville Following Violent Protests Eight people were arrested in Sharpeville following the looting of spaza shops owned by foreign nationals, reports EWN. Police spokesperson Colonel Dimakatso Nevhuhulwi said that the situation remained tense, with public order police deployed to monitor the area. Nevhuhulwi confirmed that five […]

todayOctober 18, 2024

Africa

Africa: French Police Release Anti-Western Firebrand Kemi Seba Without Charge

[ad_1] Controversial activist Kemi Seba, known for his fiercely anti-Western, pan-Africanist stance, has been released from French custody without charges, two days after he was arrested in Paris. French prosecutors confirmed on Thursday that Seba was released the day before, although preliminary investigations into his activities are continuing. The France-born […]

todayOctober 18, 2024

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Africa: Ibrahim Maalouf Embraces the World

[ad_1] Ibrahim Maalouf is shape-shifting Renaissance man. A master of the quarter-tone trumpet, a modified version of the instrument capable of playing Arabic scales (maqamat), Maalouf has performed and recorded classical music, jazz, experimental works, a collaboration with Angelique Kidjo, and other forays into pop music. This year, Maalouf has […]

todayOctober 18, 2024

Africa

Africa: How the World Bank and IMF Can Truly Drive a Clean Energy Transition

[ad_1] The financial institutions' current approaches to funding renewable energy projects are far too limited, rigid, and opaque. As ministers around the world gear up for annual meetings of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) and World Bank Group (WBG), on 21-26 October in Washington DC, climate will be high on […]

todayOctober 18, 2024

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