Africa: 56 000 TB Deaths in SA in 2023, According to Who

[ad_1] An estimated 56 000 people in South Africa and 1.25 million around the world died of TB in 2023, according to just-published figures from the WHO. This means that in 2023 TB overtook COVID-19 as the top infectious disease killer on the planet. Marcus Low unpacks the new numbers. An estimated 56 000 people died of tuberculosis (TB) in South Africa in 2023. This is according to figures published on Tuesday by the World Health Organization (WHO). Around 31 […]

October 31, 2024

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Africa: How G24 Is Helping African Countries, Others Tackle Illicit Financial Flows Generated ‘Legally’ – Official

[ad_1] "They (illicit flows) go out as profit or whatever, but they are not well-recorded or the officials of the countries, they really don't know that these flows are illicit. So we've taken the position that the taxing rights in a country should be based on significant economic presence...," she noted. Iyabo Masha, the director of the Intergovernmental Group of Twenty-Four on International Monetary Affairs and Development (G-24), says a lot of illicit financial flows are actually generated in countries […]

October 31, 2024

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South Africa: Nelson Mandela Bay Tourism Staggers Under Crime Onslaught – Calls for Beachfront Police Unit

[ad_1] Once a popular tourism destination along Nelson Mandela Bay's beachfront, the 'Golden Mile', a hub of luxury hotels and guesthouses, has become a crime hotspot. The community is calling for decisive action, but the metro is still crafting its plan. Listen to this article 7 min Listen to this article 7 min In recent months, Nelson Mandela Bay's "Golden Mile", 2km of pristine beachfront once very popular with tourists, has become a hotspot for horrific crime. Tourism numbers are […]

October 31, 2024

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Africa: Communiqué of the 1237th Meeting of the Peace and Security Council Held On 23 October 2024 On Consideration of the AU Commission Report On Combating Terrorism in the Continent

[ad_1] Adopted by the Peace and Security Council (PSC) of the African Union (AU) at its 1237th meeting held on 23 October 2024 on Consideration of the AU Commission Report on Combating Terrorism in the Continent. The Peace and Security Council, Recalling Declaration [Ext/Assembly/AU/Decl.(XVI)] on Terrorism and Unconstitutional Changes of Government, adopted by the 16th Extraordinary Session of the AU Assembly of Heads of State and Government held in Malabo, Equatorial Guinea, on 28 May 2022; Also recalling Communique [PSC/PR/COMM.2.1219 […]

October 31, 2024

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Namibia: Para-Athletes Owed Performance Bonuses …Government Promises to Pay

[ad_1] Almost two months after winning an assortment of medals at this year's Paralympic Games in Paris, Namibian athletes are still kicking their heels in frustration as they are yet to receive their performance bonuses from government. At the Paris Paralympics, sprint sensation Lahja Ishitile and her guide Sem Shimanda scooped the country's only two medals. She won gold in the women's 400m T11 race in a personal record time of 56.20 seconds, and bronze in the women's 200m T11 […]

October 30, 2024

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Africa: Cancer Poses Serious Threat to Humanity!

[ad_1] Tackling cancer is one of the most formidable challenges facing our society. The disease, which remains one of the leading causes of morbidity and mortality worldwide, knows no boundaries affecting people across all walks of life, irrespective of gender, age or socio-economic status. In the past one year, the number of new cases of cancer in the world increased to more than 15 million, with deaths increasing to 12 million. Much of the burden of cancer incidence, morbidity, and […]

October 30, 2024

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Nigeria/Ghana: Ghana, Nigeria Clash in Wafu B U-20 Finals

[ad_1] The national U-20 team, the Black Satellites, will square off with arch-rivals, the Flying Eagles, of Nigeria today in the finals of the West Africa Football Union (WAFU) B U-20 tournament at the Stade Kegue in Lome, Togo. With both teams already securing qualification for next year's U-20 Africa Cup of Nations, all eyes now turn to the prestigious WAFU B trophy. En route to today's final, coach Desmond Ofei's side started with a 2-2 draw with Benin before […]

October 30, 2024

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Kenya: Tatu City Unveils Free Outdoor Gym As Fitness Hub

[ad_1] Tatu City has launched one of Kenya's largest outdoor gyms, open to the public at no cost. Located in City Park near Unity Homes, the 5,000-acre development offers residents and visitors a fitness hub equipped with advanced workout machines such as sky steppers, health walkers, and rowers. The facility includes a children's play area, making it a family-friendly destination for leisure and wellness. Angela Muthoga, Events and Sustainability Manager at Tatu City, described the gym as a space for […]

October 30, 2024

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Libya/Nigeria: CAF and the Botched Libya-Nigeria Match

[ad_1] The CAF punitive decision holds lessons for all We commend the Confederation of Africa Football (CAF) for safeguarding its integrity by finding Libya liable of a serious breach in the botched AFCON 2025 Match qualifier with Nigeria. The Libya Football Federation (LFF), according to CAF, contravened Article 31 of the Africa Cup of Nations (AfCON) Regulations as well as Articles 82 and 151 of the CAF Disciplinary Code. CAF then awarded three goals and three points to Nigeria and […]

October 30, 2024

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