Africa: Can SAMIDRC Be Spared the Fate of Previous Peace Missions?

[ad_1] SADC member states must ensure that the operation in eastern DRC can overcome the challenges faced by its predecessors. Almost a year since deployment, prospects of success look bleak for the Southern African Development Community Mission in the Democratic Republic of Congo (SAMIDRC). Even with its direct, offensive mandate, the mission may face the same fate as former operations in the east DRC. Since 1999, the United Nations Organisation Stabilization Mission in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (MONUSCO), […]

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Africa: Slave Trade – Commonwealth Heads Agree On Reparations Dialogue

[ad_1] Commonwealth leaders have agreed that the time has come for a conversation about reparations for the slave trade, despite the UK's desire to keep the subject off the agenda at a two-day summit in Samoa. A document signed by 56 heads of government, including UK Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer, acknowledged calls for discussions on reparatory justice for the abhorrent transatlantic slave trade. The statement said it was time for a "meaningful, truthful and respectful conversation". Sir Keir said […]

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Africa: CAF President Dr Motsepe Conveys Condolences to the Families of Late Chavuma FC Players and Zambian Football Family Following a Tragic Accident That Claimed Seven Lives

[ad_1] The Confédération Africaine de Football ("CAF") President Dr Patrice Motsepe is deeply saddened by the tragic news of a road accident in Zambia that claimed the lives of seven players from Chavuma Town Council Football Club. The CAF President Dr Motsepe conveys his and CAF's deepest condolences to the families of the seven players, Football Association of Zambia ("FAZ") President Andrew Kamanga and the Zambian people. Dr Motsepe said: "It is with profound sadness that I learned of the […]

October 28, 2024 2

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Africa: Superyachts and Jets of Europe’s Elite Emit More Carbon Pollution in a Week Than the World’s Poorest 1 Percent Emits in a Lifetime

[ad_1] The carbon footprint of a super-rich European, accumulated from nearly a week of using super yachts and private jets, matches the lifetime carbon footprint of someone in the world's poorest 1 percent, a new Oxfam report reveals today. The first-of-its-kind study, "Carbon Inequality Kills", tracks the emissions from private jets, yachts and polluting investments and comes ahead of COP29 in Baku, Azerbaijan, amidst growing fears that climate breakdown is accelerating, driven largely by the emissions of the richest people. […]

October 28, 2024 2

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Africa: Presidency Asserts Stance On South Africa’s Foreign Policy

[ad_1] The Presidency has reaffirmed South Africa's commitment to a foreign policy grounded in solidarity, peace, equality, human rights and sustainable development for the benefit of all. In a statement on Sunday, the Presidency emphasised that President Cyril Ramaphosa is dedicated to strengthening political and trade ties, while supporting the rights of oppressed communities globally. "As President Cyril Ramaphosa continues to lead the 7th administration in strengthening all key political and trade ties, working in solidarity with the oppressed peoples […]

October 28, 2024 2

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Africa: SADC and African Leaders Unite At 9th Africa Regional Platform to Strengthen Disaster Risk Reduction and Resilience

[ad_1] The 9th Africa Regional Platform for Disaster Risk Reduction and the Eighth High-Level Meeting on Disaster Risk Reduction Meeting Was held in Windhoek, Namibia from 21 to 24 October 2024 and was organized by the African Union Commission and the United Nations Office for Disaster Risk Reduction in collaboration with the Southern African Development Community (SADC) under the theme under the theme "Act Now for the Resilient Africa We Want". The Africa Regional Platform for Disaster Risk Reduction is […]

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Nigeria’s Flying Eagles Qualify for Wafu B U20 Final, Secure Afcon Ticket

[ad_1] The Flying Eagles will face Ghana in the final on Wednesday, aiming to defend their title and make Nigeria proud Nigeria's U20 team, the Flying Eagles, staged another thrilling comeback to defeat Niger Republic 3-1 at the Stade de Kegue in Lomé on Sunday. The victory helped them secure a spot in the WAFU B U20 Championship final and a ticket to the 2025 Africa U20 Cup of Nations. The victory also marked a crucial step in the Flying […]

October 28, 2024 3

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Malawi: Blantyre Derby Revenue Falls Short As Bullets’ Slump Impacts Attendance

[ad_1] The highly anticipated TNM Super League Blantyre derby between archrivals Mighty Mukuru Wanderers and FCB Nyasa Bullets at Kamuzu Stadium drew in K55.1 million on Saturday, reflecting a K25 million decline from the first round's impressive collection of K80.49 million. This drop comes in stark contrast to the record K88.3 million generated during their FDH Bank Cup encounter in July. The latest match saw a slight decrease in attendance, with many attributing this downturn to Bullets' recent struggles in […]

October 28, 2024 2

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Liberia/Sierra Leone: Kojo Starts Interim Coaching Tenure With Win Over Sierra Leone

[ad_1] Thomas Kojo has secured his first victory as interim coach of Liberia's national team. Kojo's locally-based Lone Star squad defeated their Sierra Leonean counterparts 2-1 in the first leg of the African Nations Championship qualifiers at the Samuel Kanyon Doe Sports Complex. He was appointed interim coach following the recent resignation of Mario Marinica, with his mandate running until December 2024, including crucial matches against Togo and Algeria in the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers. The Lone Star […]

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