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Africa Gets Its Chance to Lead the Commonwealth

[ad_1] Africa takes the reins for the first time in 20 years, but will the new secretary-general adopt a more assertive stance? The Commonwealth holds its biennial summit - the Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting (CHOGM) - in Samoa next week, amid the perennial soul-searching about its relevance in 2024. […]

todayOctober 18, 2024

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Nigeria: Coronation Group Emphasis Commitment to African Creativity

[ad_1] Coronation Group has emphasized its commitment to initiatives that promote the appreciation of Africa's rich arts heritage. Chief Marketing and Communications Officer of the company, Ngozi Akinleye, who made the assertion, noted that the recently concluded 2024 Coronation Art Gallery exhibition brought to light the synergy between art, wealth, […]

todayOctober 18, 2024

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Rwanda: Debutants Kepler Face RRA As New Volleyball League Season Kicks Off

[ad_1] The 2024/25 national volleyball league season kicks off this weekend, with Rwanda Revenue Authority (RRA) women's volleyball club taking on newcomers Kepler in the opening match on Friday, October 18, at Petit Stade indoor gymnasium. While all eyes are on APR women's volleyball club who begin their title defense […]

todayOctober 18, 2024

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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

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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

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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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