(2024-06-25). International Olympic Committee Must Sanction Israel Over Its Genocidal War. popularresistance.org Like apartheid South Africa, Israel uses its participation in international sport as a tool for normalizing its systematic discrimination against Palestinians. In response, Palestinians are making the same calls for boycotts as black South Africans did. Palestinian civil society groups are urging us to isolate Israel and hold it accountable for breaches of international law and crimes against humanity. | The indiscriminate killing being conducted in Gaza, described by many as the first live-streamed genocide, is just the latest example of industrial-scale slaughter of Palestinians by Israel's leaders. In January…
(2024-06-25). Sudan continues to spiral into chaos. independent.co.ug 
KHARTOUM | Xinhua | The UN Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA) on Monday said Sudan continues to spiral into chaos, with the humanitarian crisis worsening. "The lives of 800,000 people — of women, children, men, the elderly and people with disabilities — are hanging in the balance as bombing and shelling continue …
(2024-06-25). Headlines for June 25, 2024. democracynow.org Julian Assange Secures Freedom After Reaching Plea Deal with U.S., Leaving U.K. Prison, "A Nightmare from Which They Cannot Wake": UNRWA Head on Gaza's Catastrophic Reality, Gaza Health Workers Call on International Community to Protect Palestinian Medical Sector, Israel's Supreme Court Rules Ultra-Orthodox Jews Must Serve in Military, Russian Strike Kills 5 in Eastern Ukraine's Pokrovsk, as Moscow Vows Retaliation for Crimea Attack, Kenyan Police Crack Down as Protesters Call for National Strike Against Tax Plan, Kenya Prepares to Deploy 400 Troops to Haiti, Protests Revived in New…
(2024-06-25). A massacre, an exodus from Darfur and years of rehab for Sudanese refugees. aljazeera.com
(2024-06-25). Saturday 6/29: Poetry and Music in the Garden. indybay.org Alan Chadwick Garden, UC Santa Cruz…
(2024-06-25). Two Saudi cities among world's hottest. albawaba.com ALBAWABA Two cities in Saudi Arabia have recorded temperatures exceeding 48 ∞C in the past 24 hours, securing spots on the list of the world's hottest locations. This information comes from weather data provided by the "Ogimet" website and reported by the local newspaper "Sabq" on Monday.The cities, Al-Qaisumah and Al-Ahsa, are now featured on a global list topped by Basra in Iraq, where temperatures reached 51.1 ∞C. Alongside these cities, the list includes five other Iraqi cities, three cities in Iran, one in Oman, one in Algeria, one in Kuwait, and one in the United Arab Emirates.ÿß&Yuml…
(2024-06-25). Algerian mother stabbed 3 times by her husband. albawaba.com ALBAWABA – A husband in Algeria has committed a horrific crime where he stabbed his wife three times leaving her in critical condition.In detail, the horrific incident happened after a rift between the husband and the wife over her work. The Algerian mother of three went on vacation and after it ended she was preparing to go back to her normal work, but her husband refused and threatened to kill her if she didn't listen. However, according to some sources, the victim returned to her workplace as an employee at the Civil Status Authority, in the municipality of Aouqas in the province of Bejaia, and began her work…
(2024-06-25). At least 10 shot dead as section of Kenyan parliament set on fire. geo.tv 
(2024-06-25). Hot Cocoa Prices Bring Sweet Profits, Danger To Ecuador Producers. latintimes.com After the Ivory Coast and Ghana, Ecuador is the world's third-largest cocoa grower, producing some 420,000 tons a year.
(2024-06-25). Saudi Arabia detains Egyptian cancer patient after criticising Hajj deaths. middleeasteye.net 
Saudi Arabia detains Egyptian cancer patient after criticising Hajj deaths | Islam Sobhi, a pilgrim, expressed shock and dismay about the hundreds of Egyptians that died in extreme heat | | Islam Sobhi, 27, speaks from the Egyptian consulate in Jeddah before surrendering himself to authorities on 23…
(2024-06-25). Ethiopia and EU discuss ways to strengthen parliamentary links. plenglish.com Addis Ababa, Jun 25 (Prensa Latina) Ethiopia and the European Union (EU) discussed possible ways to strengthen existing parliamentary collaborations, the mission of that European political community reported today.
(2024-06-25). Angola and Ivory Coast will sign 12 cooperation agreements. plenglish.com Luanda, June 25 (Prensa Latina) Angola and Ivory Coast will sign 12 cooperation agreements in the context of the visit of President Joà£o Lourenàßo to that country, the Angolan Presidency reported today.
(2024-06-25). First 400 Kenyan troops already in Haiti. plenglish.com Port-au-Prince, Jun 25 (Prensa Latina) A group of 400 Kenyan troops arrived today in the capital to help the Haitian National Police fight the gangs that control 80 percent of the capital.
(2024-06-25). More than 28,000 eco-friendly cars are supplied to Egypt. tvbrics.com 
Minister Maait outlined ongoing initiatives to develop Egypt's automotive sector…
(2024-06-25). Ethiopia aims to achieve 8.3% economic growth in the current fiscal year. tvbrics.com 
The strategy will continue efforts to reduce inflation and modernise market infrastructure…
(2024-06-25). Beijing conducts business dialogue forum with Ethiopia to exchange experience in livestock farming. tvbrics.com 
The forum aims to strengthen bilateral cooperation between the countries…
(2024-06-25). New NPA board urged to focus on NDP-IV goals. independent.co.ug 
Kampala, Uganda | PATRICIA AKANKWATSA | Amos Lugoloobi, Minister of State for Planning has emphasized to the new National Planning Authority (NPA) Executive Board the importance of meticulous planning, particularly in the context of realizing Uganda's ambitious goals outlined in the Fourth National Development Plan (NDP-IV). "The Board needs to work swiftly to guide the NPA's …
(2024-06-25). Namibia Court Decriminalizes Consensual Same-Sex Conduct. hrw.org Click to expand Image | People hold banners in support of LGBTQ rights outside the high court which made a landmark ruling in favor of LGBTQ communities in Windhoek, Namibia, June 21, 2024. | © 2024 Opas Onucheyo/Reuters…
(2024-06-25). Kenya force deployed to Haiti to tackle gang violence. scmp.com Kenyan President William Ruto on Monday held a departure ceremony for 400 officers who will be the first contingent to deploy to the Caribbean nation.
(2024-06-25). Kenya police fire water cannons and tear gas at finance bill protesters. aljazeera.com Kenyan police fired tear gas, rubber bullets and water cannons at protesters angry over tax rises and spending cuts.
(2024-06-25). ACHPR 79: The African Commission's Resolution on Sudan signals a positive step towards concrete engagement on the resolution of the conflict. fidh.org
(2024-06-25). Uganda Clays unveils a 5-year strategic plan. independent.co.ug 
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Uganda Clays Limited has unveiled a 5-year strategic plan aimed at enhancing customer satisfaction, boosting shareholder value, and fostering employee engagement. The strategic plan, unveiled at the company's Annual General Meeting (AGM) in Kampala, signifies a renewed commitment to sustainable growth and value creation under the company's slogan, "Beauty to …
(2024-06-25). Rand Water starts maintenance at Eikenhof and Zwartkopjes. sanews.gov.za Rand Water starts maintenance at Eikenhof and Zwartkopjes | Rand Water has started conducting extensive maintenance on their infrastructure that will affect Johannesburg Water's systems supplied by the Eikenhof and Zwartkopjes pump stations, including the Daleside Booster Station. | The bulk water supplier started maintenance work on Monday, which will affect Johannesburg water customers with low pressure to no water supply. | The maintenance will continue until 29 July 2024. | Johannesburg Water said it is estimated that full recovery of the systems may take approximately five days or longer after the supply ha…
(2024-06-25). CSOs identify key opportunities in the Shs72 trillion budget. independent.co.ug 
The non-governmental organisations call for strong anti-corruption measures and debt reduction Kampala, Uganda | JULIUS BUSINGE | Civil Society Organisations (CSOs), under the umbrella of the Civil Society Budget Advocacy Group (CSBAG), have identified several opportunities in Uganda's new Shs72 trillion budget. They emphasize investments in human capital development, peace and security, infrastructure, wealth creation, and …
(2024-06-25). Museveni welcomes return of Ugandan artifacts from Britain. independent.co.ug 
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni has welcomed the return of cultural artifacts from Britain that were taken during the colonial era. A statement by the Presidential Press Unit notes that Museveni was happy that the return of the artifacts marks a profound moment in the history of Uganda. The statement …
(2024-06-25). Six new Ugandan immigration officers head to UK, Canada, US. independent.co.ug 
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The Directorate of Citizenship and Immigration Control -DCICI has deployed six new immigration attaches at Uganda's foreign missions including Washington DC in USA , London in the UK capital London and Ottawa in Canada. Patrick Igera who has been serving at Entebbe International Airport has been deployed as the …
(2024-06-25). BMA to screen travellers at ports amid 13 Mpox cases. sanews.gov.za BMA to screen travellers at ports amid 13 Mpox cases | The Commissioner of the Border Management Authority (BMA), Dr Michael Masiapato, has announced that port health officials have developed an outbreak preparedness plan to deal with Monkey Pox or Mpox. | In response to the 13 cases that have been confirmed by the National Department of Health, the BMA is implementing screening processes for travellers entering the country at all ports of entry. | Masiapato said at the airports, the first phase of screening occurs when the conveyance operator which is the captain of the aircraft and crew members provide a genera…
(2024-06-25). Nigerian authorities detain journalist Precious Eze Chukwunonso for 18 days. newsplatformng.com
(2024-06-25). In Mauritania, a mesmerising musical world blends tradition and innovation. globalvoices.org 
(2024-06-25). CID probes death of Chinese man at hotel guarded by UPDF. independent.co.ug 
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The Criminal Investigations Directorate (CID) is investigating the mysterious death of a Chinese national at a hotel guarded by Uganda People's Defence Force -UPDF soldiers in Nakawa Division in Kampala City. Ji- Feng was reportedly discovered groaning in pain and crying for help at the weekend at Golden Hotel …
(2024-06-25). Ethiopia: Halt crackdown against human rights groups. fidh.org Human rights groups, including FIDH and OMCT within the framework of the Observatory for the Protection of Human Rights Defenders, urge the Ethiopian authorities to halt their escalating crackdown on civic space, human rights organisations, and independent media. Ethiopia's international and regional partners must press the authorities to respect human rights obligations and ensure a safe environment for human rights defenders and journalists.
June 18, 2024 – The Ethiopian authorities (…) | – |
(2024-06-25). Chief Justice Owiny Dollo kick-starts Tororo College OBs sh3.1 billion drive. independent.co.ug 
TC dinner helps raise over sh110 million in cash in one night Kampala, Uganda | LOUIS JADWONG | Chief Justice Owiny Dollo has pledged to "help make St Peter's College great again" as a sh3.1 billion drive by old boys of the Tororo school kicked off with a dinner at Silver Springs Hotel in Kampala. "I …
(2024-06-25). Joint NGO letter on the European Union's macro-financial assistance to Egypt and human rights. fidh.org
(2024-06-25). Ghana ruling party supporters assault journalist Dokurugu Abubakar Ndeeya. modernghana.com
(2024-06-25). ICC hires British lawyer to represent LRA commander Joseph Kony. independent.co.ug 
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The International Criminal Court (ICC) has appointed Peter Haynes, a British national as the counsel to represent the rights and interests of Joseph Kony, the fugitive rebel commander of the notorious Lord's Resistance Army (LRA). Haynes, a renowned international criminal and humanitarian lawyer was appointed by the ICC Registry …
(2024-06-25). TAXES: Kenyan protesters invade parliament. independent.co.ug 
Nairobi, Kenya | THE INDEPENDENT | Kenyan youth protesting increased taxes in the new Finance 2024 bill, have forced their way into parliament, with police overwhelmed by their numbers. Several have however been shot dead, reports indicate. The proposed measures include new levies on basic commodities like bread, vegetable oil, sugar and a new …
(2024-06-25). Kenyan president flags off 400 police officers to Haiti to combat gang violence. independent.co.ug 
NAIROBI, Kenya | Xinhua | Kenyan President William Ruto on Monday flagged off the first group of 400 police officers, marking their deployment to Haiti to combat gang violence. The ceremony in Nairobi, the capital of Kenya, saw the president hand over the Kenyan flag to the officers who will participate in the Multinational Security …
(2024-06-25). New KZN Finance MEC shuts down Treasury's secondary office. sanews.gov.za New KZN Finance MEC shuts down Treasury's secondary office | Newly appointed KwaZulu-Natal Finance MEC, Francois Rodgers, has started to demonstrate his commitment to ensure effective spending of the budget by closing down the office on the 9th floor of The Marine Building in Durban. | Rodgers said the closure of the leased offices will save the KZN Treasury an estimated R1 million a year, which will be directed to other strategic service delivery needs of the department in supporting the province. | Rodgers said his main priority was to stabilise the finances of KwaZulu-Natal and work with the Treasury team, as…
(2024-06-25). Afghanistan beat Bangladesh to reach T20 World Cup semifinal. aljazeera.com Afghanistan are set to play South Africa next after historic eight-run victory, as Australia are eliminated.
(2024-06-25). Six charged for attempting to shoot minerals minister. independent.co.ug 
Kabale, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Six private security guards accused of attempting to shoot at State Minister for Minerals, Phiona Nyamutoro, have been charged with seven counts of threatening violence. They are Nobert Okurboth the Manager of Wolves security company in charge of Rubanda and Kisoro districts, Robert Mucunguzi, Anthony Niwagaba, Hassan Oman, …
(2024-06-25). DWS assures enough water supply amidst Lesotho Highlands tunnel closure. sanews.gov.za DWS assures enough water supply amidst Lesotho Highlands tunnel closure | The Department of Water and Sanitation (DWS) has reassured Gauteng residents that water supply will not be affected during the closure of the Lesotho Highlands tunnel closure for maintenance. | Speaking at the recent City Meets Business Engagement Session, hosted by the City of Ekurhuleni, the Head of Department in Gauteng, Justice Maluleke, assured the public, including stakeholders in the water sector, that the department has taken all the necessary measures to ensure that water supply will not be affected by the closure of the tunnel, wh…
(2024-06-25). Mali's Junta Renews Assault on Political Opposition. hrw.org Click to expand Image | The leader of Mali's junta, Col. Assimi GoàØta, center, in Bamako, Mali, September 22, 2022. | © 2022 AP Photo | Mali's military junta arrested 11 opposition figures last week in the authorities' latest assault on the political opposition.On June 20, gendarmes surrounded a private home in Bamako, Mali's capital, and arrested members of the country's main opposition coalition, known as March 31 Declaration's Opposition Platform (Plateforme d'opposition de la Déclaration du 31 mars).One of those arrested, Mohamed Ali Bathily, a lawyer and former minister, was released on June…
(2024-06-25). Trade Ministry Official joins MPs in Luzira in Sh3.4 billion court case. independent.co.ug 
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The Anti-corruption Court in Kampala has remanded Leonard Kavundira, the Principal Cooperative Officer from the Ministry of Trade, Industry and Cooperatives to Luzira prison for allegedly conspiring with three legislators and a lawyer to divert more than sh3.4billion. Kavundira on Monday afternoon appeared before the Court presided over by …
(2024-06-25). Sen. Bob Menendez's Egypt, Qatar trip planning got 'weird,' Senate staffer recalls at bribery trial. whyy.org A Senate staffer testified Monday at a bribery trial that planning for Sen. Bob Menendez's 2021 trip to Egypt and Qatar got "weird" after the Democrat directed that Egypt be included in the process. | Sarah Arkin, a senior staffer with the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, testified as a government witness at a trial over bribes of hundreds of thousands of dollars in gold and cash allegedly paid to the senator in return for benefits he supposedly delivered to three New Jersey businessmen from 2018 to 2022. | Among favors he allegedly carried out, one included helping Egyptian officials in exchange for one busin…
(2024-06-25). InsidePNG's Sincha Dimara wins East-West 'courage award' for free press. asiapacificreport.nz Pacific Media Watch Papua New Guinean journalist Sincha Dimara, news editor at the online publication InsidePNG, is one of seven recipients of this year's East-West Center Journalists of Courage Impact Award. Pakistani journalist Kamal Siddiqi, former news director at Aaj TV, also received the award last night at the EWC's International Media Conference in Manila,…
(2024-06-25). Ghana ruling party supporters assault journalist Dokurugu Abubakar Ndeeya. modernghana.com
(2024-06-25). 113 countries have no female heads of state, gov't, new UN Women data show. independent.co.ug 
UNITED NATIONS | Xinhua | A staggering 113 countries worldwide have never had a woman serve as head of state or government, and only 26 countries are led by women as of today, according to UN Women's global data on Women Political Leaders 2024 published on Monday. Despite progress, women are still "largely excluded" from …
(2024-06-25). Reports of live fire as Kenyan police crack down on tax bill protests. aljazeera.com Rallies and strikes have been held across the country as government plans to raise taxes.
(2024-06-25). Niger reinstates prison sentences for journalists for defamation, insult. rfi.fr
(2024-06-25). Nigeria needs Centralized Hajj Operating System: CSO. ummid.com Independent Hajj Reporters, (IHR), a civil society organization (cso), has called on the National Assembly to amend the National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON) Act to ensure a cohesive and effective Hajj operating system in Nigeria.
(2024-06-25). Alliance Francaise fills Sheraton Gardens with harmony for World Music Day. independent.co.ug 
Kampala, Uganda | PATRICIA AKANKWATSA | Kampala thumped with rhythm and melody on the June 21 as Alliance Franàßaise de Kampala (AFK) hosted a vibrant Fête de la Musique (World Music Day) celebration at the Sheraton Hotel gardens. The free concert, a Kampala tradition for years, brought together a diverse lineup of local and international …
(2024-06-25). Fire claims patient's life at Dr George Mukhari Academic Hospital. sanews.gov.za Fire claims patient's life at Dr George Mukhari Academic Hospital | The Gauteng Department of Health has confirmed that a fire incident at the psychiatric unit of the Dr George Mukhari Academic Hospital has resulted in the death of a 35-year-old female patient. | According to a statement, the patient was admitted on 20 June 2024. She was placed in a seclusion room on Monday as part of her prescribed treatment when at around 18: 35, smoke and a small fire broke out. | "Immediate actions were taken to safeguard the safety and well-being of patients. The fire was quickly contained and extinguished by the fire brigade…
(2024-06-25). WHO: As Mpox Outbreaks Continue, Cases May Be Underestimated. jamanetwork.com About 2 years after the global mpox outbreak began, the World Health Organization (WHO) provided updated numbers of mpox cases and revised vaccine recommendations in a new situation report. From 2022 through March 2024, more than 95‚ÄØ200 people have developed mpox infections and 185 patients have died, WHO reported. Cases have risen in Africa in recent months, especially in the Democratic Republic of Congo.
(2024-06-25). Nigerian authorities detain journalist Precious Eze Chukwunonso for 18 days. newsplatformng.com
(2024-06-25). Eleva a 22 el número de muertos por inundaciones en Sudáfrica. telesurtv.net Las graves inundaciones han afectado casas que han sido arrasadas por las aguas del temporal, así como carreteras anegadas y árboles arrancados de raíz.
(2024-06-25). When the new South Africa of the betrayed expectations, also betrays its hero Dimitri Tsafendas! cadtm.org
(2024-06-25). Sirens sounded in Al-Malikiya and Dishon for fear of drone infiltration: statement. english.almanar.com.lb 
(2024-06-25). Morocco: activists protest Israeli warship 'docking' in Tangier. newarab.com 
In Morocco, pro-Palestine activists are set to take to the streets in protest of the alleged docking of an Israeli ship in Tangier port amid Tel Aviv's "The new Israeli Navy landing ship INS Komemiyut docked at the port of Tangier, Morocco, for supplies while sailing from the United States to Israel," In early June, Israel's INS Komemiyut made a…
(2024-06-25). How Cairo's Palestine Hospital keeps Palestine's heritage alive. newarab.com 
Amid the bustling heart of Cairo, Rafeeq Taweel steps into a robust tall building that contrasts with This building is a hospital, one of the many in the Egyptian capital and home to some of the region's most prestigious medical centres. | The Palestinian nurse, however, feels a unique welcoming breeze as he enters these premises. | 
Egypt's Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouly During an afternoon press conference
(2024-06-25). Libya delays reopening Ras Jedir border crossing with Tunisia. newarab.com 
"Armed groups from the city of Zuwara closed the main road leading to the Ras Jedir border crossing with Tunisia, causing…
(2024-06-25). Egypt needs $1.18 billion in fuel imports to end power cuts: PM. newarab.com 
It hopes the shipments will arrive in full around the third week of July, by which point the government aims to stop cutting power during the remaining summer months, he added. | It has already st…
(2024-06-25). EU adopts sanctions against six over Sudan civil war. newarab.com 
EU countries adopted The listings include a general commanding the RSF in
(2024-06-25). US blacklists Brunei, Sudan on human trafficking. newarab.com 
The In an annual report, the
(2024-06-25). Dear world, Sudan needs your help. Why are you ignoring us. newarab.com 
I sometimes wonder about the futility in continuing to write about the We write and we write and we brief and we report and we relay and we repackage and we try to find as many ways as possible to say the same thing: the situation in Sudan is urgent, and the Sudanese people need help now. | Yet, the violence continues. Every time I sit down to write a piece about the conflict, the numbers are worse, and I wonder what difference these words make. | Almost two weeks have passed…
(2024-06-25). Egypt's evolving diplomatic approach to Sudan's war. newarab.com 
Since *Ahmed entered Egypt illegally last summer through a now well-developed Driven by relentless shelling near his home in Omdurman and th…
(2024-06-25). 1000s of young Kenyans protest tax hikes. presstv.ir Young demonstrators took to the streets in Nairobi.
(2024-06-25). Tear gas fired as hundreds in Kenya continue protest against tax hikes. presstv.ir Police fire tear gas as Kenyans took to the streets.
(2024-06-25). Kenyan demonstrators protest in Nairobi city center. presstv.ir Kenyans take to the streets of Nairobi's city centre to protest against tax increase.
(2024-06-25). Houthi Chief Roars At Biden After 'Forcing' U.S. Carrier To Leave Red Sea: 'Tyrant Of…' | Gaza. hindustantimes.com The Chief of Yemen's Houthi rebels launched a blistering attack on the United States. Sayyed Abdul-Malik Al-Houthi accused the U.S. of trying to impose its authority over Muslims. The Houthi leader described Washington as "the arrogant tyrant of this era". Watch for more.
(2024-06-25). Kenya Parliament Breached By Anti-Tax Protesters, Part Of It Set Ablaze; 10 Killed In Police Firing. hindustantimes.com Protesters stormed Kenya's Parliament compound and set sections of it ablaze on June 25. Hundreds of demonstrators reportedly overwhelmed police to storm the compound in Nairobi. Visuals showed smoke cloud billowing from inside the Kenyan parliament. Police reportedly opened fire after tear gas and water cannon failed to disperse protesters. Watch for more.