Nigeria: NOC Plans Improve Communication, Operational Strategies

[ad_1] To improve communication and the impact of its programmes, the Nigeria Olympic Committee (NOC) has resolved to hold more of its International Olympic Committee (IOC)- sponsored Solidarity Training courses and workshops outside the traditional hubs of Abuja and Lagos. The Olympic body resolved this during its first Executive Committee meeting since the 2024 Paris Olympic Games, and the NOC acknowledged that the feedback from the field had shown a more significant misunderstanding of its role. According to a statement […]

October 2, 2024

Africa

Africa: Social Cohesion – an African Collage of Imperfect Tolerance and Cautious Trust

[ad_1] Surveys find widespread perceptions of unfair treatment based on people's economic status. Key findings On average across 39 countries, at least eight in 10 Africans express tolerant attitudes toward people of different ethnicities (89%), different religions (85%), different political affiliations (82%), and different nationalities (80%). Only one-fourth (24%) say the same about people in same-sex relationships. o Levels of tolerance have remained fairly stable over the past decade. o While intolerance for sexual differences reaches 94% in Uganda, Sierra […]

October 2, 2024

Entertainment

Uganda: Archbishop Kaziimba – Music, Dance, and Drama Are Essential for Gospel Preaching

[ad_1] The Archbishop of the Church of Uganda, Dr. Stephen Samuel Kaziimba Mugalu, has emphasised the importance of Music, Dance, and Drama (MDD) as effective means for spreading the gospel. In a speech delivered on his behalf by Mr. Samuel Bakutana, the President of the Provincial Fathers' Union, during the Provincial Mothers' Union MDD competitions at St. Janani Luwum Schools in Bombo, Luwero Diocese, Archbishop Kaziimba highlighted that MDD not only disseminates the gospel but also nurtures faith and strengthens […]

October 2, 2024

Entertainment

Uganda: Can Ugandan Players Use Free Casino Bonuses to Earn Money?

[ad_1] The thing is, the competition in the market is insanely high, and operators have to stand out and increase user engagement. The gambling sector is booming in Uganda - according to reports about African gambling, up to 71% of the country's residents opt for this entertainment. The transfer of casinos to the digital world opened up multiple opportunities for players. Bonuses are an important part of the iGaming industry in 2024, so why not use them to your advantage? […]

October 2, 2024

News

Nigeria: World Rugby Hosts Seminar On Coaching, Officiating in Abuja

[ad_1] World Rugby, in collaboration with the Nigeria Rugby Football Federation (NRFF), is set to host a specialist seminar focusing on coaching, medical care, and match officiating in Abuja. The event, which aims to strengthen the technical and administrative aspects of rugby in Nigeria, will run from today, October 1 to October 5. According to the organisers, the seminar will bring together key stakeholders, with educators from both World Rugby and Rugby Africa leading various sessions. In the first three […]

October 2, 2024

News

Kenya: Advantage Ngara B in Div. 2 Title Race As Kanbis a Ends Season On a High

[ad_1] Nairobi — Ngara Sports Club B handlers believe Stray Lions C's loss to Wolves B over the weekend puts them in a good position to win the Nairobi Provincial Cricket Association (NPCA) title. Ngara B consolidated the NPCA 50 overs - Division 2 lead despite not touching a bat at the weekend. This is after their closest challengers for the title Stray Lions C suffered a shock 20-run loss to Wolves Cricket Club B at Viraj International Academy. Reflecting […]

October 2, 2024

Africa

Africa: Cipesa’s 2024 State of Internet Freedom in Africa Report Examines the Interplay Between Technology and Elections.

[ad_1] Collaboration on International ICT Policy for East and Southern Africa (CIPESA) This statement was originally published on cipesa.org on 27 September 2024. The Collaboration on International ICT Policy has launched the 11th edition of the State of Internet Freedom in Africa report. This year, the report examines the interplay between technology and elections in Africa during the so-called Year of Democracy, when at least 20 African countries were scheduled to go to the polls. While highlighting the growing influence […]

October 2, 2024

News

Namibia/Zimbabwe: Kadewere, Dzvukamanja Return As Nees Names Warriors Squad to Face Namibia

[ad_1] Warriors coach Michael Nees has named a 23-man squad which will face Namibia in an AFCON Qualifier doubleheader scheduled for next week. Zimbabwe will host Namibia on the 10th of October before playing the reversing fixture four days later at the same venue. Both fixtures will be played at Orlando Stadium in South Africa due to the lack of homologated international stadiums in Zimbabwe and Namibia. Nees' squad saw the return of France-based forward Tinotenda Kadewere who plays for […]

October 2, 2024

News

Zimbabwe: Murape Murape Dumps Chaotic Dynamos

[ad_1] Former Dynamos captain Murape Murape has resigned from the club where he was serving as the second assistant coach. Murape resigned on Monday and confirmed the development on Tuesday via his Facebook page account. The 2007 Soccer Star of the Year's decision to part ways with his parent club, comes a few months after returning to the club following last year's feud which saw him getting fired. "I am writing to inform you of my immediate resignation from my […]

October 2, 2024

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