Africa: Peaceful Coexistence, Global Security Initiative Answer to Conflicts

[ad_1] Tichaona Zindoga — Horror. Disgust. Anger. So many words could describe the situation in the Middle East over the past year, since Israel launched its war on Gaza and Palestine because Hamas attacked Israel on this day a year ago, killing a reported 1 200 Israelis and kidnapping some 250 people. What has since followed is an unremitting and forceful Israeli bombardment of the territory that has killed over 40 000 Palestinians; and counting. Israel has gone further to […]

October 10, 2024

Africa

Africa: Brics+ Prioritising Expansion to Fight Western Hegemony

[ad_1] Moscow — In an interview with Sky News Arabia on September 20, Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov expressed scepticism but was straight to the point about the strategic expansion of BRICS, an association comprising Brazil, Russia, India, China and South Africa. Under Russia's BRICS presidency which began in January 2024. Ethiopia, Egypt, Iran, Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates became the second wave of the newest members to join BRICS. South Africa ascended in 2011 under China's initiative. […]

October 4, 2024

Entertainment

Uganda: Salam TV Uganda Partners With the Saudi Arabia Embassy for Strategic Growth and Cultural Exchange

[ad_1] Next Media Uganda, through its subsidiary Salam TV, has embarked on a promising partnership with the Saudi Arabia Embassy in Uganda. This collaboration marks the beginning of a dynamic relationship, aimed at fostering cultural exchange and driving mutual growth. The partnership was officially launched during a visit by a Saudi delegation to Next Media's headquarters. Uncle Mark Agaba, Chief Protocol Officer at Next Media Uganda, along with Hajji Karim […]

August 30, 2024

News

Tunisia to Participate in Arab Rugby Sevens Championship 2024

[ad_1] Tunis/Tunisia — The national rugby teams (men and women's) will participate in the Arab Rugby Sevens Championship 2024 due on February 16-17 in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. Round-1 draw placed men's team in Group B along with Libya, hosts Saudi Arabia, Syria and Morocco. Women's team was drawn in Group A with Syria, Jordan and Saudi Arabia. Five Tunisians are among the referees who will officiate the games. [ad_2] Source link

February 15, 2024

Africa

Africa: IcJ’s Gaza Genocide Case – Big Win, but With What Effect?

[ad_1] Ensuring Israel's compliance with the provisional measures will require action by other international bodies, states and civil society. On 26 January, the International Court of Justice (ICJ) ordered provisional measures in South Africa's case against Israel on allegations of genocide in Gaza. Securing the order, which was hailed as a major achievement, is one thing - seeing to its implementation is another. With this decision, the ICJ instructed Israel to prevent genocide, ensure Israeli forces don't commit genocide, and […]

February 15, 2024

Africa

Africa: Unpacking Egypt’s Vital Aid Role in Gaza and Sudan

[ad_1] Sharing borders with Gaza, Israel, Libya and Sudan, Egypt has taken a lead role in providing lifesaving aid in the region. Since the outbreak of conflict in Sudan last April and the ongoing war in Gaza, both the Government and the Egyptian Red Crescent Society have been key actors in helping to assist millions of civilians caught in the crossfire. UN News spoke with Elena Panova, UN Resident Coordinator in Egypt, and Neveen Alqabbaj, Vice-President of the Egyptian Red […]

February 14, 2024

News

Africa: Dozens of Professional Athletes Sign ‘Athletes for Ceasefire’ Letter

[ad_1] The statement was signed by several celebrated athletes, including John Carlos, who raised a fist during the playing of the US national anthem at the 1968 Olympics "In the wake of an unfolding genocide in Gaza, as described by countless legal scholars, human rights experts and international organizations across the world, we, as athletes, recognize our moral responsibility to utilize our platform for a higher purpose - to save human lives and to raise awareness about this ongoing tragedy," […]

February 14, 2024

Africa

Africa: Impact of Red Sea Crisis On Africa – Red Flag or Red Herring?

[ad_1] Africa will feel the effects, but smart countries could derive some benefits from the Red Sea turmoil. Still reeling from the effects of COVID-19 and the Ukraine war, African countries face yet another geopolitical hurdle with the Red Sea crisis and its potentially significant economic ramifications. While current disruptions will primarily affect trade routes and supply chains between Europe and Asia, African countries won't escape the contagion. But smart countries could derive some commercial and strategic benefits from the […]

February 13, 2024

Africa

Africa: Ghana,Iran pledge to deepen bilateral ties

[ad_1] Ghana and Iran last Friday, renewed their bond of cooperation and pledged to deepen their bilateral ties for the mutual benefits of both countries. This was when Ghana joined the Iranian Community to mark the 45 years anniversary of the Islamic Revolution of Iran established on February 11, 1979 by Ayatollah Khomeini, after an uprising led to the overthrow of the Pahlavi dynasty. In attendance were ministers of states, traditional and religious leaders, members of the Diplomatic Corps and […]

February 12, 2024

Middle East and Africa