Uganda: Cheptegei Rallies Support for Elgon Half Marathon

[ad_1] As an Olympic gold medalist, Cheptegei's initiative aims to promote athletics in Uganda while supporting important social and environmental causes. The second edition of the highly anticipated Elgon Half Marathon, featuring world-renowned athlete Joshua Cheptegei, is set for November 2nd. Organised by the Joshua Cheptegei Foundation in partnership with the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), this year's event carries the theme: "Running for Climate Action, Inclusive Economic Growth, and the Elimination of Gender-Based Violence (GBV)." As an Olympic gold […]

October 17, 2024 4

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African Youth Encouraged to Champion Food Sovereignty

[ad_1] The Ministry of Planning and Development (MoPD) emphasized the need for African youth to work collaboratively in driving food sovereignty and promoting agro-ecological advancement across the continent. The announcement was made yesterday during the launch of "The 1st Thousand African Youth Summit on Food Systems and Agroecology 2024," under the theme "Youth Driving African Food Systems Transformation through Agroecology." In her opening remarks, MoPD Minister Fitsum Assefa (PhD) highlighted the summit's main objective: to find solutions for improving agricultural […]

October 17, 2024 2

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Africa: World Bank Lowers Sub-Saharan Africa Growth Forecast On Sudan Conflict

[ad_1] TLDR World Bank revises 2024 Sub-Saharan Africa economic growth forecast to 3% due to ongoing civil war in Sudan impacting regional activity. Conflict in Sudan displaces 11 million people and causes economic collapse, with Sudan's economy projected to contract by 15.1% in 2024. Excluding Sudan, Sub-Saharan Africa expected to grow by 3.5% next year, with forecasted average growth of 4% in 2025 and 2026 driven by private consumption and investment. The World Bank has revised down its 2024 economic […]

October 16, 2024 1

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Africa: Kenya’s Roam E-Motorcycle Completes 6,000 Km Kenya-S. Africa Solar Journey

[ad_1] Nairobi — Roam Air, an African-made electric motorcycle, has completed a 6,000-kilometer solar-powered journey from Nairobi, Kenya, to Stellenbosch, South Africa. The expedition highlights African ingenuity and sustainable innovation, with a focus on Kenya's leadership in clean mobility. This journey was a collaborative effort between Roam, a pioneering African electric mobility company, and Stellenbosch University's (SU) Faculty of Engineering, with support from key partners such as SANEDI, Scatec, Charlie's Travel, and Throttle Pitstop. Beginning on September 29, 2024, Roam […]

October 16, 2024 1

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Africa: Aligning AfCFTA and Agenda 2063 With FOCAC in Charting Africa’s Path to Economic Transformation

[ad_1] Africa stands on the cusp of an economic transformation that promises to reshape its place in the global economy. Central to this vision are three powerful frameworks: the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA), Agenda 2063 and the Forum on China-Africa Cooperation (FOCAC). Individually, each of these initiatives holds great promise for the continent. However, their alignment can unlock even greater synergies, accelerating Africa's industrialisation, sustainable development and economic integration. By strategically harmonising AfCFTA's trade objectives, Agenda 2063's development […]

October 16, 2024 3

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Uganda/Kenya: Neighbors Uganda One Point Away From Afcon Qualification

[ad_1] Nairobi — Neighbors Uganda, co-hosts of the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations and next year's Africa Nations Championship (CHAN) are just one point away from qualification to next year's AFCON after edging out South Sudan 2-1 in Juba. Click here to connect with us on WhatsApp Kenya Police FC's Alfred Leku scored a second half own goal to hand the Cranes a win away from home, victory that took them top of Group K with 10 points, two ahead […]

October 16, 2024 2

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Senegal/Ghana: Senegal, Uganda and DR Congo Seal TotalEnergies CAF Afcon Places, Sudan Sink Ghana

[ad_1] DR Congo, Uganda and Senegal secured their spots at the 2025 TotalEnergies CAF Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco after important wins in their qualifying matches on Tuesday. Tanzania 0-2 DR Congo: Meschack Elia brace seals victory DR Congo continued their perfect run in Group H with a commanding 2-0 win over Tanzania at the Benjamin Mkapa National Stadium that helped them seal their place at the TotalEnergies CAF AFCON in Morocco. After a goalless first half, Meschack Elia […]

October 16, 2024 2

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Africa: AU Official Commends Ethiopia’s Commitment to Peace, Stability in Africa

[ad_1] Addis Ababa — Head of Political Affairs and Counter Terrorism Focal Point for the African Union (AU), Babatunde Abayomi Taiwo commended the commitment of Ethiopia for its positive contribution to peace and security in Africa and globally. The first African Defense Ministers Conference organized by Ethiopia on its own initiative kicked off in Addis Ababa at the Adwa Victory Memorial Museum this morning. During the occasion, AU's official expressed deep gratitude to Ethiopia for hosting the event, which aims […]

October 16, 2024 3

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Africa: Ethiopia’s Deputy PM Stresses Need for Africa to Engage Globally On Its Own Terms

[ad_1] Addis Ababa — Africa must engage with the world on its own terms, ensuring that its interests are represented and respected on the global stage, said Ethiopia's Deputy Prime Minister Temasgen Tiruneh. The first African Defense Ministers Conference organized by Ethiopia on its own initiative kicked of in Addis Ababa at the Adwa Victory Memorial Museum this morning. Opening the conference, the Deputy Prime Minister mentioned that Africa is currently facing security challenges. "We come together today at a […]

October 16, 2024 2

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