Africa: What Is the International Court of Justice and Why Does It Matter?

[ad_1] The profile of the International Court of Justice (ICJ) was raised in January, following South Africa's decision to bring proceedings against Israel for violating its obligations under the Genocide Convention. Here is a primer on the ICJ, and what it does. What is the ICJ for, and how does it work? The ICJ, which is situated in the Peace Palace in The Hague, a city in The Netherlands, was established in 1945 as a way of settling disputes between […]

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Africa: Relief as Supersport Announces It Will Broadcast All Afcon Matches

[ad_1] Johanesburg — Sub-Saharan African football fans can breathe a sigh of relief after South African broadcaster Supersport announced it will broadcast all 52 matches of the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) which starts in Ivory Coast on Saturday. Supersport, through parent company Multichoice secured last minutes right for the African football extravaganza after initially having missed out. MultiChoice reached a commercially viable agreement with rightsholders, New World TV (NWTV), to broadcast the 34th edition of Africa's premier men's […]

January 11, 2024 2

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Africa: Afcon – DStv to Broadcast Tournament After All

[ad_1] SuperSport took to their X handle to announce the latest development by using the "no gree for anybody" slang, which is a widely used cliche in 2024 SuperSport channels on the pay-TV platforms, DStv and GOTV, confirmed on Wednesday that they will broadcast all 52 games at the forthcoming AFCON, despite an earlier announcement of their failure to secure the TV rights for the event. SuperSport hasn't been showing any CAF-related events since last year, including the World Cup […]

January 11, 2024 2

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East Africa: Horn of Africa – Impunity Fueling Abuses

[ad_1] Nairobi — Civilians Bear Brunt of Global Inaction on Wartime Atrocities, Humanitarian Crises Horn of Africa governments grappled with rampant wartime atrocities and humanitarian crises throughout 2023 with meager international assistance, Human Rights Watch said today in its World Report 2024. Unaddressed historical grievances and impunity for serious crimes continued to spur widespread violations against civilians in the region. The conflicts in Sudan and Ethiopia have had a staggering impact on civilians, resulting in massive loss of life, destruction […]

January 11, 2024 2

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Africa: This Week’s International Court of Justice Hearings

[ad_1] The United States recognizes that, as the principal judicial organ of the United Nations, the International Court of Justice (ICJ) plays a vital role in the peaceful settlement of disputes. This week, the ICJ is holding hearings on South Africa's request that the ICJ exercise its authority to indicate provisional measures requiring Israel to suspend its military operations in Gaza and take other steps to ensure its compliance with the Genocide Convention. Allegations that Israel is committing genocide are […]

January 11, 2024 2

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Zimbabwe: Harare Stadium Conundrum Nears Solution as Rufaro Eyes Return in Time for 2024 Season

[ad_1] HARARE City Council (HCC) hopes for the return of football at Rufaro Stadium with indications that the ceremonial home of football will be ready to host Castle Lager Premier Soccer League (PSL) matches this season. Rufaro Stadium has been under renovations since last year to give the neglected football facility a face-lift. The closure of Rufaro, which last hosted top-flight football in 2019, has created a stadia conundrum in Harare forcing all teams to use the National Sports Stadium. […]

January 11, 2024 1

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Kenya/Mali: Chapa Dimba Star Duncan Odhiambo in Mali for Training

[ad_1] Nairobi — Safaricom Chapa Dimba sensational Duncan Odhiambo is in Mali, training with ABM Football Academy. The 17-year-old, who was discovered during the Nyanza Region Safaricon Chapa Dimba Under-19 football tournament in Kisumu, said he is eager to impress and finally hope to seal a deal. "I have come here to showcase my talent so that I can improve my skills," Odhiambo, the younger brother of Gor Mahia talisman and current FKF Premier League top scorer, Benson Omalla, said […]

January 11, 2024 2

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Kenya: Gor Mahia Slap Hefty Price On the Head of On-Demand Omalla

[ad_1] Nairobi — For anyone wishing to sign Gor Mahia striker Benson Omalla, then they will have to part ways with at least 100,000 US Dollars (Approx Sh15.8mn) to entice the club into selling, K'Ogalo Secretary General Sam Ocholla has told Capital Sports. A whirlwind has been going on about Omalla's next destination, with social media awash with rumor that he is headed to Algerian giants USM Alger. However, the club has refuted the claims and instead said the striker […]

January 11, 2024 2

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Kenya: Obiri Back to Defend Title As Boston Marathon Announces Field

[ad_1] Nairobi — Hellen Obiri will return to defend her title in April, as the Boston Marathon organizers announced the field for the 2024 showpiece, one they have said is the strongest in the competition's history. Obiri, a two-time Olympic silver medalist, won last year's title in 2:21:38, a new personal best, in what was her second career marathon victory having earlier won the New York Marathon. "I am excited to return to the 2024 Boston Marathon to try to […]

January 11, 2024 2

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