(2024-08-14). Laundering Carbon—The Gulf's 'New Scramble for Africa'. cadtm.org
(2024-08-14). African Politics is Invisible to the Wider World: How Nigeria Became a 'Soldier's Paradise'. counterpunch.org 
"If you want to keep militaries out of civilian politics, you have to offer people some other way," scholar argues. British rule had profound effects on Nigeria starting in the late 1800s and largely included economic, political, social, and cultural forms of imperialism. Many of the devastating impacts are still visible in the country today and are especially
(2024-08-14). The Black Ballot Episode 5: 'Political Prostitutes'. newsone.com 
President Richard Nixon (1913 — 1994) shakes hands with musician James Brown (1933 — 2006) in the White House's Oval Office, in Washington D.C., on Oct. 10, 1972. | Source: Oliver F Adkins/PhotoQuest / Getty | N | ewsOne is back with Episode 5 of The Black Ballot, an exclusive new multi-episodic Each episode takes a deep dive into American presidents' decisions and policies and their collective impact on the short and long-term trajectories for the conditions of African Ameri…
(2024-08-14). South Africa incentivises renewable energy development with tax benefits. tvbrics.com 
The changes will come into effect on January 1, 2024…
(2024-08-14). Garden to assist George Hill residents. sanews.gov.za Garden to assist George Hill residents | The eThekwini Municipality has stepped in to help residents of George Hill Informal Settlement, which has been plagued by unemployment, poverty, and crime. | To address these challenges, the Inner eThekwini Regeneration and Urban Management Programme (ITRUMP) Area Based Management (ABM) has identified the need to start an organic vegetable garden to support poverty-stricken families in ward 31. | The vegetable garden was recently launched by the city, after ITRUMP ABM reached out to sister departments for help to make the garden a success. | Under the mentorship of Althea…
(2024-08-14). Dept calls for swift prosecution of suspect in abalone bust. sanews.gov.za Dept calls for swift prosecution of suspect in abalone bust | The Deputy Minister of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment, Narend Singh, has called for the swift prosecution of a motorist found in the illegal possession of 640kg of dry abalone in Makhanda, Eastern Cape. | "We commend the Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment Monitoring Control and Surveillance (MCS) Unit, working together with the South African Police Service (SAPS), for their vigilance, and for ensuring that the confiscated abalone was safeguarded until it was weighed, tagged and transported to the departmental storage facilit…
(2024-08-14). Continued collaboration key to addressing challenges. sanews.gov.za Continued collaboration key to addressing challenges | Government and business have recommitted to working together to resolve some of South Africa's most pressing challenges. | On Tuesday, President Cyril Ramaphosa, together with members of his Cabinet, held a meeting with senior business leaders and technical experts from government and business to discuss a new era of collaboration for a partnership launched over a year ago to address barriers to growth in South Africa. | President Ramaphosa said since last year when the partnership was established, much progress has been recorded in key areas, including elect…
(2024-08-14). UN chief urges enhancing Africa's effective representation in Security Council. independent.co.ug 
"African voices, African insights, and African participation must be brought to bear across the council's deliberations and actions," the UN chief said. UNITED NATIONS | Xinhua | UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres on Monday called for enhancing Africa's effective representation in the United Nations Security Council to ensure the council's "full credibility and legitimacy." In remarks …
(2024-08-14). Egypt: Human rights organisations condemn the targeting of ElMaraya for culture and arts and call for the protection of cultural institutions. fidh.org The International Federation for Human Rights (FIDH) is co-signing a call to the Egyptian authorities to end their harassement and repression of independent cultural organisations in Egypt. The political regime's continued use of security services, police crackdowns, arrests and prison sentencing to intimidate artists and cultural workers must stop.
13 August 2024. The signatories of this statement condemn the Egyptian security forces' raid on the headquarters of ElMaraya for Culture and (…) | – | /…
(2024-08-14). Talk World Radio: Working for Peace in Africa. davidswanson.org AUDIO: Talk World Radio is recorded on Zoom. Here is this week's video and all the videos on Youtube. VIDEO: This week on Talk World Radio we're talking about working for peace in Africa. Our guest Brenda Wanjiru is based in Ghana where she works on peace education, peace activism, aiding children and refugees impacted …
(2024-08-14). Africa's top public health body declares mpox emergency. scmp.com An outbreak spreading from DR Congo to other countries has led to over 15,000 cases and 461 deaths on the continent so far this year.
(2024-08-14). Afreximbank, UDB in shs93 billion deal to support private sector. independent.co.ug 
Cairo, Egypt | THE INDEPENDENT | The African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank) and the Uganda Development Bank (UDB) have entered a deal aimed at boosting support to the private sector. The Joint Project Preparation Facility Framework Agreement will provide early project preparatory financing and technical support services to public and private sector entities. The facility worth 25 …
(2024-08-14). Government, business partnership begins to flourish. sanews.gov.za 
Government, business partnership begins to flourish | The government and business partnership to resolve South Africa's challenges is beginning to bear fruit, although much more needs to be done. | This is according to a statement released by the Presidency and Business for South Africa. | The partnership between the two parties was established last year in a bid to work together to resolve the question of inclusive and economic growth. | The collaboration has targeted three areas for particular interest, including energy, transport and logistics, and crime and corruption. | PHOTOS | President Ramaphosa meets wit…
(2024-08-14). Minister and Mayor to tour neglected buildings and harbour. sanews.gov.za Minister and Mayor to tour neglected buildings and harbour | The Department of Public Works and Infrastructure Minister, Dean Macpherson, and the City of Cape Town Executive Mayor, Geordin Hill-Lewis, are expected to embark on a tour to neglected and hijacked departmental-owned buildings in Cape Town. | "The Minister and the Mayor are committed to working together to find long-term solutions to these buildings to ensure that they are used for the public good and contribute to the overall economic growth and job creation in the city," said the department. | The two are set to visit 2 Keizersgracht Street which has…
(2024-08-14). Makerere hosts conference on China-Africa cultural exchange, mutual learning. independent.co.ug 
KAMPALA, UGANDA | Xinhua | Academics from Uganda's Makerere University and several Chinese institutions, including Xiangtan University, have gathered in the Ugandan capital of Kampala for a two-day conference focused on enhancing cultural exchange and mutual understanding between China and Africa. Buyinza Mukadasi, speaking on behalf of Makerere University's vice chancellor, noted that the conference …
(2024-08-14). Justice department rebuffs "inaccurate" reports. sanews.gov.za Justice department rebuffs "inaccurate" reports | The Department of Justice and Constitutional Development (DJCOD) has refuted claims alleging that the National Prosecuting Authority's Investigating Directorate has been hampered in doing its work on the State Capture Commission report. | The department said "inaccurate media reports" allege that the NPA ID has not been "able to access critical information from the erstwhile State Capture Commission's (the SCC) Data Centre". | "We wish to clarify that the cooperation between the Ministry and Investigating Directorate of the NPA remain cordial and professional. On…
(2024-08-14). Mashatile encouraged by progress made in Jagersfontein. sanews.gov.za Mashatile encouraged by progress made in Jagersfontein | Deputy President Paul Mashatile has praised the Free State provincial government, the Kopanong Local Municipality, and the Jagersfontein Development Project for progress achieved in coordinating support to address the challenges communities face in Jagersfontein.
This follows the collapse of a tailings dam wall in 2022, resulting in a mudslide which damaged infrastructure and homes in the area.
The responsibility to provide leadership in implementing rapid response interventions on service delivery and troubleshooting in service delivery hotsp…
(2024-08-14). UIF commissioner to host employer breakfast session in Queenstown. sanews.gov.za UIF commissioner to host employer breakfast session in Queenstown | The Unemployment Insurance Fund (UIF) is calling on employers in the Eastern Cape to attend an Employer Breakfast session that is set to take place in Queenstown next week. | The session which will be held at Aloe Grove Guest Farm, will be hosted by the fund's Commisssioner, Teboho Maruping. | Employers from all sectors, including commercial business owners and operators of Small Medium and Micro Enterprises (SMMEs) in Komani (Queenstown) as well as the broader Eastern Cape Province are invited to attend the session on Monday, 19 August 2024. | "
(2024-08-14). Zikalala sets six-month deadline for the completion of Soshanguve Magistrate's Court. sanews.gov.za Zikalala sets six-month deadline for the completion of Soshanguve Magistrate's Court | Public Works and Infrastructure Deputy Minister, Sihle Zikalala, has set a six-month deadline for the completion of the delayed Soshanguve Magistrate's Court in Tshwane. | Speaking after conducting Operation Siyahlola at the magistrate's court on Tuesday, Zikalala said the construction of the court will be completed by February next year. | Siyahlola is aimed at unblocking stalled Department of Public Works and Infrastructure (DPWI) projects. | READ |
(2024-08-14). Tunisia: The former chairwoman of the Truth and Dignity Commission arrested. fidh.org
(2024-08-14). 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.
(2024-08-14). Egypt abortion ban pushes women to unsafe black market practices. newarab.com 
(2024-08-14). Has Egypt been trying to influence US politics. newarab.com 
Egypt's President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi has been fondly described by Donald Trump as But bombshell Whether the allegations are true or not, Cai…
(2024-08-14). Egypt and UAE intend to strengthen co-operation in fields of electricity and renewable energy. tvbrics.com 
Representatives of the countries met in the New Administrative Capital in Egypt…
(2024-08-14). King Abdulaziz Quran Competition 2024: Final qualifying round underway in Makkah. ummid.com The jury of the final qualifiers of the 44th edition of the King Abdulaziz International Competition for Memorization, Recitation, and Interpretation of Holy Quran Saturday listened to the recitations of 14 contestants from Kenya, Congo, Egypt, Uganda, Kuwait, Djibouti, Sri Lanka, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Yemen, the Philippines, Ghana, Jordan, Portugal and Bahrain.
(2024-08-14). Egyptian Archaeologists Discover Artifacts From Final Dynasty in Nile Delta Tombs. themedialine.org 
(2024-08-14). Paris Olympics 2024: Algerian boxer Imane Khelif names JK Rowling and Elon Musk in lawsuit. middleeasteye.net 
Paris Olympics 2024: Algerian boxer Imane Khelif names JK Rowling and Elon Musk in lawsuit | Khelif was the subject of tabloid and social media controversy over unproven claims that she was a man | | Imane Khelif has blamed 'bullying' for the controversy surrounding her presence at the Olympics (A…
(2024-08-14). Renewed Hope for Justice for Burundi Massacre. hrw.org Click to expand Image | Mourners gather during a mass funeral service for the more than 150 Congolese Banyamulenge, a group often categorized with Tutsi, who were massacred the previous weekend, at Gatumba, a UN-run refugee camp in Burundi, August 16, 2004. | © 2004 Aloys Niyoyita/AP Photo…
(2024-08-14). Venezuela: Six Criminal Gangs Participated in Far-Right Violence on July 29. orinocotribune.com On July 29, after the first electoral bulletin of Venezuela's presidential elections was released by the National Electoral Council (CNE), the far-right activated 6 criminal gangs to generate various hotbeds of violence in the country, as revealed by Venezuelan crime journalist Eligio Rojas. | Rojas reported that, according to intelligence reports, the far-right groups led by María Corina Machado activated 6 criminal gangs to set the streets of Venezuela on fire, as part of their plan to claim fraud in the presidential elections of July 28. | The criminal gangs were: El Tren del Llano, El Wilexis, Bataneros del 7…
(2024-08-14). Deconstructing Serious Irregularities in the Voting Records Published by Venezuelan Opposition. orinocotribune.com 
By Román Cuesta — Aug 10, 2024 | If María Corina Machado and Edmundo González won the elections and have the records to prove it… Why did they post these fake records? | Deconstructing the The Venezuelan government, which has already delivered the records in its possession to the Supreme Court, has not yet published them (the law gives it a period of 30 days after the elections). It would be pertinent for it to do so in order to be a…
(2024-08-14). Mijaín López lidera protagonistas de Latinoamérica en París, según EFE. radiohc.cu La Habana, 14 ago (RHC).- Toda la prensa mundial se ha rendido en los últimos días a los pies del luchador Mijain López, pentacampeón olímpico en París. La agencia española EFE seleccionó al cubano como el gran protagonista del deporte latinoamericano en París, en una lista de las 10 figuras más sobresalientes de la región.
(2024-08-14). Uganda and Eswatini Strengthen Bilateral Ties During King Mswati III's State Visit. plusnews.ug 
President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni and First Lady Maama Janet Museveni today welcomed His Majesty King Mswati III of Eswatini at Entebbe International Airport, marking the beginning of a three-day state visit. King Mswati III, accompanied by Queen Inkhosikati Make Lamashwama and other high-level delegates, arrived in the country at the invitation of President Museveni. Upon …
(2024-08-14). Ethiopia has no cases of Mpox, but declares national health emergency. plenglish.com Addis Ababa, Aug 14 (Prensa Latina) The Ethiopian Ministry of Health announced today there are no confirmed cases of Mpox in the country so far, but declared the disease a national public health emergency.
(2024-08-14). Ethiopia has no cases of Mpox, but declares national health emergency. plenglish.com Addis Ababa, Aug 14 (Prensa Latina) The Ethiopian Ministry of Health announced today there are no confirmed cases of Mpox in the country so far, but declared the disease a national public health emergency.
(2024-08-14). Ethiopia launches programme to combat climate change. tvbrics.com 
The initiative covers more than 32 million hectares, of which 28 million hectares are located in highland regions…
(2024-08-14). Ethiopia's Tola wins gold in men's marathon. gnnhd.tv 
Ethiopia's Tamirat Tola won a sensational gold in the men's marathon on Saturday with an Olympic record time of 2: 06.26.
(2024-08-14). Equity Bank flags off 113 EPL scholars to top world universities. independent.co.ug 
Nairobi, Kenya | THE INDEPENDENT | Equity Group Foundation (EGF) Executive Chairman Dr. James Mwangi has flagged off 113 Equity Leadership Program ELP scholars who have secured admission and scholarships to join 71 global universities. The scholars, eight of them Ugandans and some of them refugees, have secured scholarships valued at $21,497,646 for the 4-year duration of …
(2024-08-14). The Fracturing of Latin America as a Preamble to Regional Balkanization. libya360.wordpress.com Rafael Bautista S. Mà£o of Oscar Niemeyer, representing the "open veins of Latin America," in the Latin American Memorial in Sà£o Paulo, Brazil. The alignment of certain governments to the crutch of "fraud", to delegitimize the last elections in Venezuela, is seriously fracturing the region. The consequences of this new conformation of a bloc aligned…
(2024-08-14). Somalis hold protests, call for accountability after deadly hotel attack. presstv.ir Hundreds of Somalis staged on Monday a peaceful demonstration.
(2024-08-14). Nigeria urged early registration of 2025 Hajj pilgrims. ummid.com Independent Hajj Reporters, a Civil Society Organization (CSO) that monitors and reports Hajj activities in Nigeria has appealed to NAHCON to instruct state Muslim pilgrim's welfare boards, agencies and commissions to announce the start of registration of intending pilgrims for the 2025 Hajj.
(2024-08-14). UN Security Council to analyze crisis in Sudan and South Sudan. plenglish.com United Nations, Aug 14 (Prensa Latina) The UN Security Council will analyze the situation in Sudan and South Sudan amid the serious crisis caused by hostilities between the Sudanese Armed Forces and the Rapid Support Forces.
(2024-08-14). Headlines for August 14, 2024. democracynow.org Israel Widens Evacuation Orders for Khan Younis Amid Deadly Strikes on Gaza and West Bank, U.N. Security Council Holds Emergency Meeting After Israeli Attack on Gaza School Kills 100+, Biden Administration Approves $20 Billion in Additional Weapons Sales to Israel, Sudan Peace Negotiations Open Without Participation of Sudan's Army, Second Russian Region Declares State of Emergency as Ukrainian Forces Push Deeper into Russia, Germany Seeks Arrest of Ukrainian Diving Expert for Bombing Nord Stream Pipeline, Bangladesh Opens Murder Probe into Ousted PM Sheikh Hasina, Thai Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin Sacke…
(2024-08-14). Sudan ceasefire talks set to start despite army no-show. newarab.com 
(2024-08-14). Sudan Faces Crisis as Floods and Conflict Devastate Communities. themedialine.org 
(2024-08-14). In Kais Saied's Tunisia, an election with few opponents. newarab.com 
(2024-08-14). Tunisia women protest Saied's 'misogyny' on national women's day. newarab.com 
In Marching from Habib Bourguiba Avenue to the Ministry of the Interior on Tuesday, 13 August…
(2024-08-14). Tunisia mourns Yasser Jradi, singer of love and revolution. newarab.com 
On 12 August, the artist's family announced his death after a brief, sudden battle with health issues. The news came as a blow to his many fans, who…
(2024-08-14). Coca-Cola Beverages Uganda renews partnership with Rwenzori Marathon. independent.co.ug 
Kasese, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Coca-Cola Beverages Uganda (CCBU) has reaffirmed its commitment to supporting athleticism and community engagement by renewing its partnership as the official hydration sponsor for the Tusker Lite Mount Rwenzori Marathon. This year marks the third consecutive time CCBU has provided essential hydration to participants of the renowned race. Scheduled …
(2024-08-14). Museveni Urges Ugandans to Utilize Local Council Systems for Better Service Delivery. plusnews.ug 
President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni has renewed his call to Ugandans to effectively use Local Council (LC) systems to enhance service delivery and hold leaders accountable. According to the President, by properly engaging with these systems, citizens can ensure greater transparency and efficiency in government programs such as the Parish Development Model (PDM) and Emyooga. "The …
(2024-08-14). Parliament declines to proceed with Alcohol Control Bill. independent.co.ug 
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Parliament has rejected the Alcohol Control Bill, 2023 that sought to regulate the purchase, sell and consumption of alcohol. The private members Bill that was introduced for the first time by Tororo District Woman Representative, Sarah Opendi in November 2023 also aimed to regulate the time and premises where alcohol …
(2024-08-14). KITEEZI TRAGEDY: KCCA to find new place after Katabi, Dundu reject garbage. independent.co.ug 
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | As of this Tuesday afternoon, Kampala Capital City Authority (KCCA) is yet to find a new place where to dispose city garbage after Dundu and Katabi rejected the temporary request following the Kiteezi landfill collapse which killed people on Saturday morning. KCCA owns some land in Dundu in Mukono district …
(2024-08-14). Court halts trial of MPs Namujju, Mutembuli and Akamba. independent.co.ug 
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The Anti-Corruption Court in Kampala has temporarily halted the hearing of a corruption case involving three Members of Parliament. The MPs Lwengo District Woman MP Cissy Namujju Dionizia, Bunyole East MP Yusuf Mutembuli, and the Busiki County MP Paul Akamba are accused of soliciting a 20 percent bribe from the …
(2024-08-14). Katabi agrees to receive KCCA garbage for only 1 month. independent.co.ug Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Katabi Town Council has temporarily allowed garbage from Kampala City to be disposed of at the Nkumba Bukolwa dumpsite. On Monday, the town council authorities led by Mayor Roland Kalema blocked trucks from dumping garbage at the dumpsite in Katabi, citing a lack of enough space. This was after the …
(2024-08-14). MPs: Executive, parliament played deaf ear on decommissioning Kiteezi landfill. independent.co.ug 
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The Kyadondo East Member of Parliament, Nkunyingi Muwada broke into tears during the debate over the Kitezi landfill disasters. Muwada, whose constituency covers areas of Lusanja and Kitezi could not hold back tears as the matter was being debated on the floor of Parliament. The lawmaker said had repeatedly warned …
(2024-08-14). New NAPE report from UNEB shows persistent education inequalities. independent.co.ug 
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | A new National Assessment of Proficiency in Education (NAPE) report from the Uganda National Examinations Board (UNEB) has highlighted severe and persistent disparities in the country's primary school system. The report reveals a significant divide between learners in urban and rural areas, as well as between those attending private versus …
(2024-08-14). Court convicts Kwoyelo of war crimes committed between 1993 and 2005. independent.co.ug 
GULU, UGANDA | THE INDEPENDENT | The International Crimes Division of the High Court has convicted former Lord's Resistance Army rebel commander Thomas Kwoyelo alias Latoni of war crimes and crimes against Humanity. Kwoyelo was found guilty by the court for committing 44 out of the 78 counts he was indicted in a long-awaited verdict delivered …
(2024-08-14). State Attorney charged with 16 counts of corruption, remanded. independent.co.ug 
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | A case of corruption has rocked the Attorney General's chambers, as State Attorney Sam Tusubira is remanded to Luzira Prison for allegedly soliciting a 100 million shillings bribe from a litigant in a land matter. Tusubira, 33, employed by the Ministry of Justice and Constitutional Affairs, was arrested by the …
(2024-08-14). Absa Bank Uganda donates shs100 million to Uganda Red Cross towards immediate disaster relief for victims of Lusanja Kiteezi landslide. independent.co.ug 
KAMPALA, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Absa Bank Uganda has today handed over a donation worth UGX100 million to the Uganda Red Cross Society to boost immediate disaster relief to households affected by the Lusanja Kiteezi landfill slide. The funds will go towards strengthening the disaster response by funding the purchase of essential relief supplies …
(2024-08-14). KITEEZI TRAGEDY: Police says more people still trapped in the waste mass. independent.co.ug 
KAMPALA, Uganda | Xinhua | The Ugandan police said Tuesday there are still more people trapped under the waste mass, following the landslide of the Kiteezi landfill in Kampala, the capital of Uganda, Saturday morning. Patrick Onyango, spokesperson for the Kampala Metropolitan Police, told Xinhua by telephone that police are not yet sure how many …
(2024-08-14). Former Headmaster of St Peter's College Tororo murdered. independent.co.ug 
Tororo, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The former headmaster of St Peter's College Tororo Joseph Francis Olokojo has died from severe petrol burn injuries after arsonists attacked him outside his home early today. According to reports from Tororo, he died on his way to Mulago Hospital from Mbale Referral hospital, where he had been taken …
(2024-08-14). Congolese police officers who fled to Uganda undergo verification. independent.co.ug 
Kanungu, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | 98 Congolese National Police officers who fled to the Ugandan side of Ishasha in Kanungu district have undergone security verification. The officers together with some of their families (13 mothers, 27 children and one civilian) fled to Kanungu on August 3, 2024, after the fall of Nyamilima town to M23. …
(2024-08-14). KITEEZI TRAGEDY: Over 1,000 people affected, death toll rises to 24. independent.co.ug 
KAMPALA, Uganda | Xinhua | Ugandan authorities said on Tuesday that more than 1,000 people have been affected by the landslide of the Kiteezi landfill in Kampala's Kawempe Division, and the death toll has reached 24. Lillian Aber, minister of state for relief, disaster preparedness and refugees, told the parliament that the landslide caused damages …
(2024-08-14). Zimbabwe: Arbitrary detention and alleged torture of Namatai Kwekweza, Robson Chere and Samuel Gwenzi. fidh.org