News Namibia: ‘I Am Happy Where I Am ‘ – Jacobs [ad_1] Botswana-based Matebele FC head coach Woody Jacobs says he is in a good space and enjoying the respect his employers have for him. He told The Namibian this week that talk of him joining the Botswana Premier League (BPL) log leaders Township Rollers FC has puzzled him. "I am happy where I am and in a good space, and am definitely enjoying the respect I'm getting in Botswana." Jacobs became the first Namibian A-licence coach to find employment in […] todayJanuary 11, 2024 2
Africa Africa: South Africa Is Taking Israel to Court for Genocide in Palestine. What Does It Mean for the War in Gaza? [ad_1] South Africa has taken Israel to the International Court of Justice (ICJ, also known as the World Court) in The Hague claiming genocide has been committed against Palestinians during the Gaza conflict. A charge of genocide before the court in the midst of a heated armed conflict is exceptional. Likewise, the significance of South Africa's claim against Israel has immense cultural, diplomatic, historical, and political significance. Israel has rejected South Africa's claim and vowed to contest the case against […] todayJanuary 11, 2024 2
News Africa: CAF Increases Prize Money for Afcon Finalists [ad_1] Luanda — The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has announced a 40% increase in the prize money for the winner of the African Cup of Nations (AFCON2023), to be played as from Saturday in Côte d'Ivoire. The winner of this year's edition, dubbed TotalEnergies AFCON Africa Côte d'Ivoire, will receive USD 7.000.000 compared to the USD 1.250,000 received by the previous champion two years ago. The runner-up in the continental competition will now receive USD 4.000,000 and each of […] todayJanuary 10, 2024 2
Africa Africa: Afcon 2023 Preview – Zambia’s Chipolopolo First Appearance in Eight Years [ad_1] Chipolopolo makes a return to the AFCON under Avram Grant and has set sights on moving past the group stage and possibly winning the tournament. Zambia made history on the continent when it defeated a star-studded Ivorian side to win the 2012 AFCON. The team was led by the Katongo brothers, Christopher and Felix. 11 years after the win, Zambian football has struggled, with the team crashing out in the group stage in the 2013 and 2015 editions, while […] todayJanuary 10, 2024 2
Africa Africa: Minister Lamola to Lead South Africa’s Delegation to the Hague [ad_1] Minister of Justice and Correctional Services Ronald Lamola will lead South Africa's delegation to the Peace Palace, which houses the United Nations International Court of Justice, in the Hague. South Africa has approached the International Court of Justice, under the Genocide Convention, with respect to acts committed by Israel in the context of its attacks on Gaza. "We are determined to see the end of the genocide that is currently taking place in Gaza. We are most encouraged by […] todayJanuary 10, 2024 4
News Kenya: Naomi Wafula Leads Kenyan Charge as Magical Kenya Ladies Open Returns to Vipingo [ad_1] Nairobi — The Magical Kenya Ladies Open (MKLO) returns to the 18-hole Baobab Course in Vipingo Ridge, Kilifi County from February 8-11 for the fourth edition of the tournament - having been held in 2019, 2022, and 2023. As in the previous two editions (2022 and 2023), the Magical Kenya Ladies Open - the only women's professional golf tournament in East Africa - will serve as the season-opener for the 2024 Ladies European Tour (LET) calendar. Entries for the […] todayJanuary 10, 2024 2
News Kenya: Sizzling Action Returns to Nairobi Polo Club After Wet Weekend [ad_1] Nairobi — All roads lead to the Nairobi Polo Club this weekend for the Maria Bencivenga Cup tournament with several teams expected in contention. The tournament is the second at the same venue in a week following last weekend's Davis Cup, which was unfortunately washed off by the heavy rains compounding the city. Nonetheless, in a statement, the club assured enthusiasts of more sizzling action on and off the pitch for the entire month. "Polo tickets purchases for the […] todayJanuary 10, 2024 2
Africa Africa: Viruses Aren’t Always Harmful. 6 Ways They’re Used in Health Care and Pest Control [ad_1] We tend to just think of viruses in terms of their damaging impacts on human health and lives. The 1918 flu pandemic killed around 50 million people. Smallpox claimed 30% of those who caught it, and survivors were often scarred and blinded. More recently, we're all too familiar with the health and economic impacts of COVID. But viruses can also be used to benefit human health, agriculture and the environment. Viruses are comparatively simple in structure, consisting of a […] todayJanuary 10, 2024 1
News Kenya: Sorry Shabana, Nicky Is Staying – City Stars Hold on to Muyoti [ad_1] Nairobi — Nicholas Muyoti will stay on as Nairobi City Stars head coach at least until the end of the season, despite being heavily linked with a move away to Premier League strugglers Shabana FC. The club has confirmed that Muyoti will remain until the end of his contract, and were unwilling to let him leave midway through a campaign. Muyoti, who has led City Stars to second spot in the FKF Premier League standings had been approached by […] todayJanuary 10, 2024 2