Africa CDC Strengthens Efforts to Combat Viral Hepatitis in Africa, Focuses On Madagascar

[ad_1] The Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention (Africa CDC) is accelerating efforts to tackle viral hepatitis, a major public health threat responsible for an estimated 1.3 million deaths globally in 2022, nearly a quarter of which were in Africa. With support from the Korea International Cooperation Agency (KOICA), the Africa CDC's Continental Viral Hepatitis Program is working toward the World Health Organization's 2030 viral hepatitis elimination targets. In a recent assessment in Madagascar, Africa CDC specialists evaluated the […]

October 29, 2024 3

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Liberia: Lonestar Cell MTN Announces 2024 Liberian Music Awards

[ad_1] Monrovia — Liberia's leading mobile GSM company, Lonestar Cell MTN, announces nominees for the 2024 Edition of the MTN Liberian EMusic Awards (MLMA). The telecommunication provider said in a statement on Monday, October 28, 2024, that this year's event, with the theme "Timeless," celebrates the unstoppable growth and lasting impact of Liberian music on the global stage. Abigail Nufeatalai, Manager of Brand Communications at Lonestar Cell MTN, expresses pride in the company's 7-year partnership with the awards: "I can't […]

October 29, 2024 2

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Africa: Inaugural Global Surveillance Summit 2024, Cape Town, South Africa

[ad_1] Addis Ababa, Ethiopia — The Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention (Africa CDC) in partnership with the International Society for Infectious Diseases (ISID) will host the inaugural Global Surveillance Summit, an invitational event that will bring together global leaders, innovators, and frontline workers to tackle the challenges posed by new and reemerging pandemic threats. The summit is scheduled for December 3, 2024, at the Cape Town International Convention Centre and will be held alongside the 20th International Congress […]

October 29, 2024 1

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Africa: Kenyan Duo Beaten By Rwandese Opposition in Africa Zone Five Champs

[ad_1] Nairobi — Kenyan sides Equity Hawks and Kenya Ports Authority (KPA) suffered defeats to Rwandese opposition on the second day of the Africa Zone Five Basketball Championships in Zanzibar on Monday evening. National champions Hawks were beaten 86-73 by Rwanda Energy Group (REG), who were powered by two Kenyan star players, Victoria Reynolds and Mercy Wanyama. Meanwhile, Zone Five holders KPA were beaten by a huge 20-point margin, losing 96-76 to APR in the late tip off. In the […]

October 29, 2024 4

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Nigeria: How I Met, Married Ned Nwoko – Regina Daniels

[ad_1] "When I started with my husband, I even forgot I was supposed to have boyfriends because I had twenty boyfriends at that time..." Nollywood actress and filmmaker Regina Daniels has recounted how she met her husband, lawmaker Delta North senatorial district, Ned Nwoko. The couple's marriage in 2019 sparked widespread reactions due to the 38-year age gap, and Mr Nwoko already had five wives before their marriage. Many expressed surprise, and some even criticism. However, their union continues to […]

October 29, 2024 1

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Nigeria: Police Dismiss, Arraign Inspector Who Killed Nigerian Musician

[ad_1] The musician, Okezie Chikezie Mba, was shot dead by the police inspector at the Anti-Cult Unit of the Enugu State Police Command on Friday. The police in Enugu State have announced the dismissal of Joseph Ozonwanji, an inspector, who shot dead a Nigerian musician, Chikezie Mba. The police spokesperson in Enugu State, Daniel Ndukwe, disclosed this in a statement on Monday afternoon. The killing PREMIUM TIMES reported how a police inspector shot dead Mr Mba at the Anti-Cult Unit […]

October 29, 2024 2

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Nigeria Football League Faces Fresh Crisis As Startimes Pulls Out of Broadcast Deal

[ad_1] This termination is coming just months after its signing in November 2023. The Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) has suffered a significant setback as its official broadcast partner, StarTimes, has terminated its five-year deal worth over N1 billion. The termination is coming just months after its signing in November 2023. NPFL Board Chairman Gbenga Elegbeleye declined to comment on the development when contacted by PREMIUM TIMES, stating, "I don't grant interviews over the phone to people I don't know." […]

October 29, 2024 2

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Uganda: Nyege Nyege Festival Responds to Apostle Grace Lubega With a Bible Verse

[ad_1] Nyege Nyege festival organizers have responded to recent calls from Apostle Grace Lubega of Phaneroo Ministries to ban the annual event over claims of moral decay. The organizers addressed Apostle Lubega's concerns by referencing Bible verses that celebrate the freedom to dance and enjoy life. In their statement, they cited 2 Corinthians 3:17: "Where the Spirit of the Lord is, there is freedom," adding, "We hope that includes the freedom to dance a little." They further expressed appreciation for […]

October 29, 2024 2

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Africa: WHO in Africa, WomenLift Health Sign Pivotal Agreement to Strengthen Women’s Leadership in Health

[ad_1] Addis Ababa — World Health Organization (WHO) in the African Region and WomenLift Health today crossed a major milestone, cementing a crucial partnership to bolster investments in women's leadership in health and promote gender equity in the sector across the region. The two organizations formally signed an agreement to augment the existing women empowerment initiatives at WHO in the African Region that aim to enhance the leadership capacity of mid- to senior-level women leaders as well as to equip […]

October 29, 2024 2

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