Entertainment Rwanda: Noise Pollution – Eight Things Kigali Bars Can Do to Comply With Regulations [ad_1] Bars in the City of Kigali have been urged by Rwanda Environment Management Authority (REMA) to adhere to noise pollution regulations issued in the ministerial instructions of March. REMA warned, on Tuesday, October 29, that bars not complying with these rules could face penalties, including the seizure of sound equipment, after five bars were found in violation of the regulations during inspections conducted on October 26. ALSO READ: Noise pollution: Kigali bars warned of over non-compliance To help bars […] todayOctober 30, 2024 2
News Sudan: UK Activists Accuse Arsenal F.C. of ‘Sportswashing’ Sudan Over UAE Ties [ad_1] London — Protestors from London For Sudan and Action For Sudan gathered outside Emirates Stadium during the Arsenal vs. Liverpool match on Sunday, urging Arsenal F.C. to end its sponsorship deal with Emirates Airlines due to the UAE's alleged role in Sudan's escalating humanitarian crisis. In a joint statement released yesterday, London For Sudan and Action For Sudan highlighted the alarming surge in violence in El Gezira, which has escalated following the recent defection of paramilitary Rapid Support Forces […] todayOctober 30, 2024 2
News East Africa: Reasserting Ethiopia’s Bid to Host Afcon 2029 [ad_1] The fact that Ethiopia has made a serious and official bid to host the African Cup of Nations (AFCON) 2029 implies that it is committed to fulfilling all the required preconditions and making them a success. It is great news for the millions of devout Ethiopian football fans and for those who want to see their country in the spotlight of not only the African community but also in the larger international arena. Ethiopia is a founding member of […] todayOctober 30, 2024 2
Africa 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 […] todayOctober 29, 2024 3
News 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 […] todayOctober 29, 2024 4
Entertainment 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 […] todayOctober 29, 2024 2
News Kenya’s Kipruto in Race for World Athletics Award After Successful Year [ad_1] Nairobi — Kenya's Benson Kipruto has been nominated for World Athletics Out of Stadium Male Athlete of the Year award. The Tokyo Marathon champion will contest the award with four other road runners including Uganda's Jacob Kiplimo, Ecuadorian Brian Pintado and the Ethiopian pair of Yomilf Kejelcha and Tamirat Tola. Kipruto has over the years established himself as one of the best marathoners in the world with consistent podium finishes in major races. He clinched the 2021 Boston Marathon […] todayOctober 29, 2024 5
News Kenya: Chepngetich, Ngetich Nominated for Prestigious World Athletics Award [ad_1] Nairobi — World record holder for the women's marathon, Ruth Chepng'etich, and her compatriot for the women's 10km, Agnes Ngetich have been nominated for World Athletics' Out of Stadium Female Athlete of the Year award. The two will battle out with three other athletes who are similarly deserving of the award in their own right: Olympic marathon champion Sifan Hassan; and Ethiopian pair of Tigist Ketema and Sutume Kebede. An award for Chepng'etich will be the perfect icing on […] todayOctober 29, 2024 3
News Rwanda: Libya’s Forfeit Against Nigeria – What Does It Mean for Amavubi? [ad_1] The Confederation of African Football on Saturday, October 26, declared Libya losers of their 2025 AFCON qualifier against Nigeria on forfeit grounds. The forfeit is one of the sanctions that the Libyans were slapped after CAF disciplinary board found them guilty of mistreating the Super Eagles upon arrival at Al Abraq Airport where they were kept stranded for more than 12 hours. Captain William Troost-Ekong and the rest of the Super Eagles returned home without playing the match which […] todayOctober 28, 2024 2