Africa: Non Aligned Movement Leaders Adopt Kampala Declaration

[ad_1] Kampala — Non Aligned Movement (NAM) leaders have adopted the Kampala Declaration where Heads of State and Government agree to strengthen the unity and cohesion of the movement as a political force in the international political arena so as to push back unilateral actions made against international law. The leaders, who included President Mnangagwa are also agreed to rededicate the movement to its principles, ideals and purposes. The 19th NAM Summit ended on Saturday with leaders unanimously agreeing on […]

January 22, 2024

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Africa: Caffeine – Here’s How Quitting Can Benefit Your Health

[ad_1] Caffeine is the most consumed psychoactive compound in the world. Even if you don't drink coffee or tea, you probably still regularly consume caffeine since it's found in everything from fizzy drinks and cold remedies to decaf coffee and chocolate. When caffeine is consumed, it's rapidly absorbed by the body - reaching peak effects within two hours (though it may take up to nine hours to leave your body). It's also water and fat soluble, so it gets into […]

January 22, 2024

Entertainment

Zimbabwe: Hundreds Show Up in Memory of Tuku

[ad_1] Five years down the line since veteran musician and national hero, Dr Oliver Mtukudzi breathed his last, his name is still household and it is far from extinction. The recent marathon race and a music concert held at his homestead in Norton, his iconic Pakare Paye Arts Centre, yesterday was a testimony that the legend is still a force, even in death. The marathon race was oversubscribed with 500 athletes from all over the corners of the country who […]

January 22, 2024

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Nigeria: Skit Maker ‘Untouchable’ Reveals More About Reported Demolition of Buildings in Enugu Estate

[ad_1] The skit maker had raised an alarm that his house was about being demolished by the Enugu State Government. A popular Nigerian skit maker, Chibuike Ugwu, who raised an alarm about reported demolition in Centenary Estate in Enugu State, has revealed more details about the incident. Mr Ugwu, otherwise known as Untouchable, had, on 19 January in a video clip, raised an alarm that his mansion was on the verge of being demolished by the state's urban development agency, […]

January 22, 2024

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South Africa: Dricus Du Plessis – New UFC Middleweight Champion

[ad_1] Dricus Du Plessis has made history as the first South African to win at the World UFC Championship. Du Plessis defeated Sean Strickland in a fierce main event at UFC 297 at the Scotiabank Arena in Ontario, Canada, on Sunday. "Stillknocks" won by a split decision, with two of the score cards (48 -47) in his favour. His resilience proved just enough to unseat Strickland, who put up an impressive performance but still failed to prevent Du Plessis from […]

January 22, 2024

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Rwanda: FERWABA Calls for More Investors in Local Basketball

[ad_1] Underlining the importance of ongoing investments in local basketball teams, local Basketball governing body (FERWABA) Vice-President Richard Nyirishema emphasized the need for supporting the league's growth. Nyirishema made the call on Friday, January 19, when business mogul Gael Karomba, also widely known as Coach Gael, and Rwandan artiste Bruce Melodie made their partnership with United Generation Basketball (UGB). The collaboration seeks to exemplify the mutual benefits that such alliances can bring to both the music and sports sectors. Addressing […]

January 22, 2024

Entertainment

South Africa Looking to Halt Auction of Mandela Memorabilia

[ad_1] Over 70 items belonging to Nelson Mandela are due to go on auction in New York in February, but the South African government is trying to block the sale. The South African government on Friday said it was backing a legal bid which seeks to halt the sale of personal items belonging to former president and anti-apartheid hero, Nelson Mandela. Over 70 items belonging to Mandela are set to be auctioned later in February in New York. Heritage agency's […]

January 22, 2024

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Congo-Kinshasa: Afcon – DRC Kicks Off Football Dreams As Conflict and Climate Change Drive Hunger

[ad_1] African Cup of Nations joy is marred by displacements and soaring sexual violence in the east as the World Food Programme makes tough decisions amid funding shortages The Democratic Republic of the Congo is, alongside Afghanistan, Yemen and Syria, among the World Food Programme's biggest emergencies - reeling from decades of conflict and climate change that continue to reduce people's access to the most basic foods, increasing hunger to unprecedented levels. As WFP grapples with a global funding crisis […]

January 22, 2024

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Africa: Guterres Calls for UN Security Council Reform, Makes Case for Africa

[ad_1] "How can we accept that Africa still lacks a single Permanent Member in the Security Council?" UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres on Saturday questioned the lopsided representation at the UN Security Council. He also made a case for Africa to have a permanent seat on the council. "How can we accept that Africa still lacks a single Permanent Member in the Security Council?" he asked in a post on X. There has been increased questioning of the structure of the […]

January 22, 2024

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