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2024-08-07: News Headlines

Maxime Duriez (2024-08-07). Guinea: the verdict of victory for the victims of the 28 September 2009 massacre. fidh.org Former high-ranking officials sentenced to long prison terms for crimes against humanity. The trial of the 28 September 2009 massacre has just ended with a historic verdict welcomed by the International Federation for Human Rights (FIDH), its member organisation in Guinea, the Organisation guinéenne de défense des droits de l'Homme et du citoyen (OGDH), and their partner the Association des victimes, parents et amis du 28 septembre 2009 (AVIPA) – the civil parties in the trial. The charges (…) | – | / |

Misión Verdad (2024-08-07). A Deep Reading of Hate in Venezuela. orinocotribune.com By Misión Verdad — Aug 5, 2024 | Political hate speech has consistently been part of the regime change strategies used against the governments of Hugo Chávez and Nicolás Maduro. It is part of the psychological operations which seek to generate changes in attitudes in the population in the face of important political events such as elections. | In the recent case of the presidential elections of June 28, the hate campaign activated in the country resulted in accusations and persecutions that led to physical aggression, a climate of harassment, and psychological pressure on different layers and sectors of Cha…

hindustantimes (2024-08-07). Erdogan's 'Insurance Policy' Before Invading Israel? Corners Netanyahu Amid Iran Attack Plan | ICJ. hindustantimes.com Turkey has joined South Africa's genocide case against Israel at the International Court of Justice (ICJ). This move comes as Iran threatens military retaliation against Israel. Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan announced that Turkey's declaration of intervention is expected on August 7. The ICJ has ordered Israel to refrain from acts under the United Nations Genocide Convention.

The Media Line Staff (2024-08-07). Turkey Will Support South Africa's Genocide Bid Against Israel at ICJ. themedialine.org

newarab (2024-08-07). Congo: Greed is the heart of darkness in Africa's worst conflict. newarab.com

presstv.ir (2024-08-07). Turkey joins South Africa's genocide case at ICJ against Israel. presstv.ir Ankara says it will make every effort to "stop the genocide and exert the necessary pressure on Israel and its supporters."

Patrick O'Reilly (2024-08-07). Declassified: Kenyan Police Unit Complicit in Slaughter of Protestors Was Trained by British Army. covertactionmagazine.com As details of state security violence and abuses by British soldiers deployed on training continue to emanate from Kenya, recently declassified files shed light on the historical impact and legacy of the British Army's presence in the nation. On July 7, 1990, protesters in Nairobi took to the streets to demand free elections and political …

Internationalist 360 ∞ (2024-08-07). As War Widens, US Assets Become Easy Targets. libya360.wordpress.com Mohamad Hasan Sweidan US economic and military interests across West Asia could come under direct fire as Israel's aggressions drag Washington into a region-wide escalation. During a White House press conference on 31 July, National Security Council spokesman John Kirby underscored the US commitment to maintaining readiness to protect its security interests in West Asia. We have…

newarab (2024-08-07). Israel to reopen office in Morocco with 'Muslim envoy'. newarab.com In Last week, local media reported the appointment of Hassan Kaiba, a high-profile figure in the Israeli Defence Forces (IDF), as Tel Aviv's new rep…

newarab (2024-08-07). Egypt denies Israeli claims of 'tunnels' under Philadelphi. newarab.com A senior Egyptian government official denied recent allegations made by the Israeli army of the existence of "operational tunnels" under the The security official, who spoke to The New Arab on condition of anonymity for not being authorised to brief the media, said, "Tel Aviv resorted to such a political manoeuvre to save face amid the world's con…

newarab (2024-08-07). Tunisia's Moussi sentenced to prison in pre-election crackdown. newarab.com A potential presidential candidate in

newarab (2024-08-07). UN's OCHA says that aid to starving Sudanese is being blocked. newarab.com A UN humanitarian official told the Security Council on Tuesday that life-saving supplies are "ready to be loaded and dispatched" to a Edem Wosornu, operations director for the

newarab (2024-08-07). Egyptian authorities accused of torturing cartoonist Ashraf Omar. newarab.com During the renewal session of his detention held on Sunday via video conference, Omar's defence team demanded that their client be legally considered a victim…

newarab (2024-08-07). Algeria's Khelif wins women's semi-final amid gender dispute. newarab.com Khelif, a silver medallist at the 2022 worlds, and

newarab (2024-08-07). Algeria falls in love with boxing thanks to Imane Khelif. newarab.com On 6 August, the Algerian welterweight Khelif defeated Thailand's 2023 world silver medallist, Janjaem Suwannapheng, in a unanimous points decision, advancing to t…

newarab (2024-08-07). Egypt +100: Reimagining Egypt a century after the revolution. newarab.com Egyptian writers are great at writing sci-fi and dystopian fiction but are completely unappreciated. | This is quite a bold and generic statement to make, but hear me out: for decades, Western writers have been conjuring up dystopian world orders in which your every move is monitored by state surveillance, every written word censored and every spoken sentence informed on, but Egyptians have been living this authoritarian reality for the past seven decades. | This then poses the question, what does an Egyptian sci-fi writer write about when your current reality is as far-fetched as the sci-fi novels of American…

newarab (2024-08-07). Why France is risking Algeria's gas for Morocco's friendship. newarab.com After years of diplomatic tensions, France has reversed course on its decades-old position by In late July, Paris formally endorsed Morocco's autonomy plan for the disputed territory, declaring that "the present and future of Western Sahara fall within the framework of Moroccan sovereignty." | As expected, Algeria promptly recalled its ambassador and hinted at possible sanctions against Paris. |

newarab (2024-08-07). Libya Sharara oil field production halted amid Haftar-Spain woes. newarab.com One of Weeks of protests at the Spanish-operated

Victoria Torres (2024-08-07). Venezuela's FANB Repudiates Seditious Statements by Opposition Leaders. orinocotribune.com "It is cynical that this insurrectional faction tries to cover itself with a cloak of legality which they have never practiced," said General Vladimir Padrino López on Tuesday from Venezuela's Ministry of Defense. | These words were part of a a statement in which the Bolivarian National Armed Force (FANB) repudiated a "seditious letter" signed by the US-backed opposition presidential candidate Edmundo González Urrutia (EGU) and the ultra-right agitator María Corina Machado (MCM) and addressed to the military and police. | Below is the statement read by Padrino López: | The Bolivarian National Armed Forces and the…

The International People's Democratic Uhuru Movement, Popular Resistance. (2024-08-07). Freedom Summer 2024, The Struggle For Black Rights Continues. popularresistance.org On July 29, 2022 the U.S. government initiated violent military-style assaults on seven offices and homes of the African People's Socialist Party (APSP) and Uhuru Movement in two cities and states — St. Louis, Missouri and St. Petersburg, Florida. | Nine months later three members of the Uhuru Movement, African People's Socialist Party Chairman Omali Yeshitela and Penny Hess and Jesse Nevel, two white leaders of the Party's solidarity front, were indicted under charges of being Russian agents. | This is one way the colonial government is attempting to stifle any criticism of the U.S. for its ongoing mistrea…

ecns.cn (2024-08-07). Chinese FM holds phone talks with FMs of Egypt, Jordan over Middle East situation. ecns.cn Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi on Tuesday had phone conversations with Egyptian and Jordan's foreign ministers, exchanging views on the situation in the Middle East, according to Chinese Foreign Ministry.

Internationalist 360 ∞ (2024-08-07). Who Really Controls US Foreign Policy? libya360.wordpress.com Brian Berletic From the ongoing US involvement in Ukraine, to an enduring US military presence in the Middle East, and growing US-Chinese tensions in the Asia-Pacific region, regardless of who controls the US Congress and regardless of who sits in the White House, these conflicts continue forward — often with a Democratic president setting the…

CADTM Afrique (2024-08-07). The fourth CADTM-Africa University, in coordination with the World March of Women (WMW) and the National Forum on Economic and Social Strategies (FNSES). cadtm.org

Collective, CADTM International (2024-08-07). Solidarity with Kenyan people! cadtm.org

geo.tv (2024-08-07). UK imams urge govt to address issue of Islamophobia amid riots. geo.tv Far-right rioters at the Holiday Inn Express in Rotherham, South Yorkshire, England on August 4, 2024. — Reuters LONDON: Dozens of leading UK imams have issued a joint statement condemning the right-wing media and politicians for normalising hatred of Islam, Muslims and…

ICRC (2024-08-07). Working together to address Africa's health challenges and to achieve sustainable development goals (SDGs). icrc.org —ICRC holds session at the Global Health Forum of Boao Forum for Asia…

ICRC (2024-08-07). Nigeria: ICRC surgical team supports Maiduguri Hospital treating 41 wounded people after multiple blasts in Gwoza. icrc.org

ICRC (2024-08-07). Sudan: ICRC calls for greater access to deliver humanitarian aid as millions of people go without basics for survival. icrc.org

Phil Pasquini (2024-08-07). Former Nigerian President Discusses US-Africa Relations. indybay.org WASHINGTON (08-07) — Kicking off its inaugural African Leadership Perspective Series at the Wilson Center to discuss an everchanging geopolitical landscape, was former Nigerian President H.E Olusegun Obasanjo. The program is designed around a series of conversations with African public figures and former African heads of state to discuss "US-Africa relations, reflect on the past and current state of leadership in Africa and to share their insights on contemporary peace, security, and economic development opportunities or challenges facing the continent."

Internationalist 360 ∞ (2024-08-07). Fourth African State Sanctions Ukraine for 'Supporting Terrorism'. libya360.wordpress.com RT Niger says the move is in solidarity with Mali, which has accused Kiev of backing rebels involved in deadly attacks Niger has severed diplomatic relations with Ukraine in response to Kiev's alleged support for militants who killed dozens of Malian soldiers and Russian Wagner Group contractors in an attack last month. The West African…

Internationalist 360 ∞ (2024-08-07). The Conundrums of Bangladeshi Politics. libya360.wordpress.com Vijay Prashad People rallying in front of the prime minister's office after Sheikh Hasina's resignation. Photo: Md Joni Hossain / Wikimedia Commons On Monday, August 5, former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina boarded a Bangladesh Air Force C-130J military transport in a hurry and fled to Hindon Air Force base, outside Delhi. Her plane was refueled…

Internationalist 360 ∞ (2024-08-07). Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Sergei Ryabkov: "The Time for Moscow's Unilateral Concessions is Over" libya360.wordpress.com

Internationalist 360 ∞ (2024-08-07). From East to West Africa: The People Are Uprising against Colonial Oppression and Corruption. libya360.wordpress.com Ferdinand Ibebuchi Waves of uprisings are spreading across the African continent and the masses are demanding freedom from imperialist powers and the comprador leaders that enable their ongoing exploitation. There are lessons to be learned from the past and current attempts at creating a unified Pan-African force that can free the continent from the clutches…

Internationalist 360 ∞ (2024-08-07). Arab Tribes Seize Control of US-Occupied Syrian Towns in Large-Scale Assault. libya360.wordpress.com The Cradle Tribal forces have undertaken a rebellion against US-backed Kurds in Syria since late last year. A coalition of Syrian Arab tribes seized several towns from US-backed Kurdish forces in the countryside of eastern Syria's Deir Ezzor governorate on 7 August. Tribesmen launched the "largest" attack on Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF) sites since the…

Brianna Sharpe (2024-08-07). The Black Ballot: Nixon, Wallace And the Evolution Of American Politics. newsone.com Source: Bettmann / Getty | N: | ewsOne is back with Episode 4 of The Black Ballot, an exclusive new multi-episodic Each episode takes a deep dive into how American presidents' decisions and policies have impacted the short and long-term trajectory of the conditions for African Americans, particularly as it pertains to voting. | Episode 4 focuses on the shifts within the American political landscape during the 1960s and the impact of these shifts on African American voters. | Cl…

Elsy Fors Garzon (2024-08-07). Parlatino advocates agenda to banish racial discrimination. plenglish.com Panama City, Aug 7 (Prensa Latina) Cuban deputy Rolando González, president of the Latin American and Caribbean Parliament (Parlatino), based in Panama since 2006, today advocated for a more comprehensive agenda for the future to banish inequality and racial discrimination. Speaking at the inaugural session of the Conference of legislators and members of civil society of African descent in this region, González asserted that everything that has been done to date is insufficient because "Afro-descendants go beyond the color of the skin and genes that we all share."

Javier Arana Villasusa (2024-08-07). Three Algerian presidential candidates charged with fraud. plenglish.com Algiers, Aug 7 (Prensa Latina) Accused of buying signatures to endorse their right to aspire to the presidency of Algeria in the elections of next September, the Prosecutor's Office of this country requested today the arrest of three pre-candidates.

Alina Ramos Martin (2024-08-07). Ukraine supports terrorist groups, Niger accuses. plenglish.com Niamey, Aug 7 (Prensa Latina) Just hours after announcing its breaking of diplomatic relations with Ukraine, the Nigerian government raised its collision with the Slavic country by several degrees, accusing it of providing support to terrorist groups.

Alina Ramos Martin (2024-08-07). Experts on security and peace in DRC met in Angola (+Photos). plenglish.com The meeting, held at the Angolan Ministry of Foreign Affairs, aims to analyze the Harmonization Plan on the Neutralization of the Democratic Forces for the Liberation of Rwanda (FDLR) and to elaborate a withdrawal plan, a note from the local Foreign Ministry said. | These talks are an essential step to materialize the decisions of the second ministerial meeting held last July 30 in Luanda, in which the foreign ministers of the DRC and Rwanda agreed on a cease-fire which came into effect at midnight local time on August 4. | Angolan Foreign Minister Téte António congratulated the two delegations and their respect…

Ileana Ferrer Fonte (2024-08-07). Zimbabwe and India enhance economic and diplomatic ties. plenglish.com Harare, Aug 7 (Prensa Latina) India has pledged to support Zimbabwe's candidature to rejoin the Commonwealth and obtain a seat as a non-permanent member of the United Nations Security Council.

presstv.ir (2024-08-07). Somalis hold protests, call for accountability after deadly hotel attack. presstv.ir Hundreds of Somalis staged on Monday a peaceful demonstration.

tvbrics (2024-08-07). Egypt develops national employment strategy. tvbrics.com The initiative aims to create new jobs…

tvbrics (2024-08-07). South African city to create 4,500 jobs. tvbrics.com Residents of the region will be part of the government's employment programme in the 2024/25 financial year…

tvbrics (2024-08-07). More than 40 countries to take part in Moscow International Film Week. tvbrics.com Pictures from China, Iran and Egypt will be shown at the even…

tvbrics (2024-08-07). Saudi Arabia has second highest level of IT development among G20 countries. tvbrics.com The kingdom is the leader of the Middle East and North Africa in the IT sector…

tvbrics (2024-08-07). Saudi Arabia has second highest level of IT development among G20 countries. tvbrics.com The kingdom is the leader of the Middle East and North Africa in the IT secto…

aljazeera (2024-08-07). Russia accuses Ukraine of opening 'African front' as Niger cuts Kyiv ties. aljazeera.com Ukraine seeks support from the Global South, but several West Africa states are ditching Western ties to turn to Russia.

United World International (2024-08-07). The Turkish Armed Forces condemns the US; The National Security Council's statement on Syria; Türkiye at the Olympics. uwidata.com The US's delivery of air defense systems to the PKK/YPG/PYD terrorist organization in northern Syria sparked reactions in the Turkish public. The Turkish Armed Forces made a statement condemning the US. The National Security Council provided important evaluations on terrorism, Syria, the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus and developing relations with African countries. Meanwhile, 102 …

WSWS (2024-08-07). WHO considers declaring public health emergency of international concern due to outbreak of deadlier Mpox strain. wsws.org The deadlier strain of Mpox that emerged last year in the Democratic Republic of the Congo has spread unchecked to Uganda, Kenya and the capital city of Goma, raising the dangers of another pandemic.

The Independent (2024-08-07). Kyambogo VC responds to NCHE criticism of study centres. independent.co.ug Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Professor Eli Katunguka, the vice chairperson of Kyambogo University, has responded to the National Council for Higher Education, clarifying that the university's study centres are not illegal, contrary to the council's recent assertion. In a letter dated July 2, the National Council for Higher Education instructed Kyambogo University to shut …

The Independent (2024-08-07). 'Address teacher training, salary disparities'. independent.co.ug Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Government has been tasked to address the absence of teaching courses in public universities which legislators say is affecting the training of teachers. According to Joseph Ssewungu (NUP, Kalungu West County), teacher training colleges were closed, requiring primary school teachers to acquire a Bachelor's Degree in Education. "I raised this …

UMMID (2024-08-07). 57mn views and counting: Why images of Egypt vs Spain Olympics 2024 match are viral. ummid.com Women beach volleyball teams representing Egypt and Spain played their last round of pool play Olympics 2024 Thursday August 01, 2024. Spain won the match defeating Egypt in straight sets.

The Independent (2024-08-07). Paris 2024: Oscar Chelimo advances to 5000m final. independent.co.ug Paris, France | THE INDEPENDENT | Long-distance runner Oscar Chelimo has qualified for the men's 5000-meter final after finishing fifth in heat two of the preliminary round on Wednesday afternoon. The 22-year-old crossed the finish line in 13 minutes and 52.46 seconds, trailing Norway's Jakob Ingebrigtsen, who won the race in 13: 51.59, and Ethiopia's Biniam Mehary, …

The Independent (2024-08-07). Minister Muhwezi promises statement on MPs' arrest. independent.co.ug Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The Minister for Security, Jim Muhwezi, has promised to present a statement explaining the Monday arrest of two opposition Forum for Democratic Change legislators together with other party leaders. Muhwezi, who promised to present the statement in two weeks, was responding to concerns raised by one of the two legislators, …

United World International (2024-08-07). The Turkish Armed Forces condemns the US; The National Security Council's statement on Syria; Türkiye at the Olympics. unitedworldint.com The US's delivery of air defense systems to the PKK/YPG/PYD terrorist organization in northern Syria sparked reactions in the Turkish public. The Turkish Armed Forces made a statement condemning the US. The National Security Council provided important evaluations on terrorism, Syria, the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus and developing relations with African countries. Meanwhile, 102 …

Tim Huber (2024-08-07). Peace churches welcome war survivors. anabaptistworld.org We had no idea where to house a refugee family of 17 people from Sudan. How many bedrooms and bathrooms would it take for comfort and safety?

The Independent (2024-08-07). UWA captures giant people-attacking crocodile. independent.co.ug KAMPALA, Uganda | Xinhua | The Uganda Wildlife Authority (UWA) said Tuesday that it had captured a 4.5-meter-long crocodile that mauled several people at a landing site in Ntoroko District in the Western Region of the country. UWA said in a statement that the crocodile was captured from the shores of Lake Albert after terrorizing …

The Independent (2024-08-07). UBTEB July/August: More Universities accredited for assessment. independent.co.ug Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The Uganda Business and Technical Examinations Board (UBTEB) has accredited more universities and degree-awarding institutions in a bid to standardize Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) programs through a uniform national assessment. Dr. Wilfred Nahamya Karukuza, the Deputy Executive Director of UBTEB, acknowledged that there was initial resistance from some institutions. …

(2024-08-07). Nigerian security forces attack, arrest journalists covering protests. premiumtimesng.com

aljazeera (2024-08-07). Young Nigerians find pawns of purpose after local chess prodigy's success. aljazeera.com Tunde Onakoya broke the world record for the longest chess game. But back home, the game is still inaccessible.

The Independent (2024-08-07). NCBA Bank takes Golf Series 2024 to Jinja, plants trees. independent.co.ug Jinja, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | NCBA Bank, in collaboration with the Jinja Golf Club, took the NCBA Golf Series to Jinja on Aug.3, aimed at inspiring greatness in Uganda's golfing fraternity. The bank also seized the opportunity to emphasize its comprehensive sustainability initiative aimed at combating climate change and preserving Uganda's natural ecosystems by mobilizing …

The Independent (2024-08-07). URA walks tightrope over EACOP shipments. independent.co.ug Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Uganda Revenue Authority (URA) is navigating through a tightrope to ensure that individuals do not abuse the law while importing East African Crude Oil Pipeline Project EACOP equipment. It is emerging that customs officials need to be retooled on clearing equipment given that the law largely exempts most of the …

The Independent (2024-08-07). Kwar Adhola 25th Coronation Anniversary celebrations set for Tororo today. independent.co.ug Tororo, Uganda | LOUIS JADWONG | Jopadhola in Tororo today celebrate the 25th Coronation anniversary of their cultural leader, the Kwar Adhola HRH Moses Stephen Owor. According to the Tieng Adhola Cultural Institution (TACI), the climax of the celebrations will be held at Achilet grounds. President Yoweri Museveni is expected to officiate at the …

The Independent (2024-08-07). Hundreds flock Akibua stadium as health camp opens. independent.co.ug Lira, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Hundreds of women have pitched camp at Akii-Bua Memorial Stadium in Lira City to access free obstetrics and gynecological services. The five-day health camp is organized by the Association of Obstetricians and Gynecologists of Uganda under the theme "Improving the Health of Women and Children in Lira, Northern Uganda." Speaking …

Maxime Duriez (2024-08-07). Tunisia: The former chairwoman of the Truth and Dignity Commission arrested. fidh.org

The Independent (2024-08-07). Health Ministry needs extra Shs18 billion for interns. independent.co.ug Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | This revelation was contained in a statement to the House by the Minister of State for Health (General duties), Anifa Kawooya on Tuesday, 06 August 2024. Kawooya said that a total of 2,706 medical interns are eligible for deployment but only 1,500 have been placed across the 73 internship centres …

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2024-08-03: News Headlines

Raphaël Lopoukhine (2024-08-03). Guinea: 7 days to go before historic verdict in the 28 September 2009 massacre trial. fidh.org

Maxime Duriez (2024-08-03). Guinea: the verdict of victory for the victims of the 28 September 2009 massacre. fidh.org Former high-ranking officials sentenced to long prison terms for crimes against humanity. The trial of the 28 September 2009 massacre has just ended with a historic verdict welcomed by the International Federation for Human Rights (FIDH), its member organisation in Guinea, the Organisation guinéenne de défense des droits de l'Homme et du citoyen (OGDH), and their partner the Association des victimes, parents et amis du 28 septembre 2009 (AVIPA) – the civil parties in the trial. The charges (…) | – | / |

newarab (2024-08-03). Edinburgh Fringe to see Isabelle Farah's comedy set in Babylon. newarab.com What is the correct pronunciation of "Nebuchadnezzar"? It's a conundrum that provides one of the earliest laughs in Farah landed on "neh-byuh-kuhd-nih-zaar" when she first read his name in a book. However, she tells The New Arab, "There's always someone in the audience — normally an old white man — who says, 'I think it's actually 'neh-byuh-kuhd-neh-zuh,' and you're like, why? Were you there? Did you hear it?" | It is with that defiant approach that the British-Leban…

presstv.ir (2024-08-03). Egypt voices support for Lebanon in confronting Israeli threats. presstv.ir Egyptian Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty has expressed his Northeast African country's support to Lebanon in confronting Israeli threats surrounding it.

Kribsoo Diallo (2024-08-03). African attitudes to, and solidarity with, Palestine: From the 1940s to Israel's genocide in Gaza. mondoweiss.net Kribsoo Diallo reviews African perspectives on Israel's genocidal war on Gaza, the rise and fall of Zionist influence in Africa, and the state of African grassroots solidarity with Palestine.

The Lancet (2024-08-03). Editorial] Medicalised female genital mutilation must stop. thelancet.com Female genital mutilation (FGM) is an oppressive and patriarchal practice used to control the sexual identities and bodies of women and girls. The Gambia's recent move to repeal a ban on FGM threatened the fundamental rights of women and girls, and although the ban was upheld in a momentous vote on July 15, it was a stark reminder that the fight against FGM is far from over. UNICEF's latest report reveals that more than 230 million women and girls worldwide have undergone FGM—a 15% increase in the past 8 years.

Sarah Boseley (2024-08-03). Perspectives] Scrutinising Big Soda. thelancet.com It is hard to believe the reverence that Coca Cola once inspired. Who recalls the television advertisement with young people singing in all earnestness, "I'd like to teach the world to sing in perfect harmony/ I'd like to buy the world a Coke and keep it company"? That was in 1971, a time when the multinational corporations that sell sugar-sweetened drinks—Big Soda—were on a meteoric global rise. Within a few decades, when I travelled to fragile, impoverished corners of Africa to write about disease and nutrition, I would find bottles of Coca Cola kept cold in a bucket of water even if there was nothi…

Jangu E Banatvala, Peter Muir, Will Irving, Emma Meader, Sandeep Ramalingam, Mike Kidd (2024-08-03). Correspondence] The role of the clinical virologist in pandemic responses. thelancet.com The UK Government's response to the COVID-19 pandemic has been widely criticised. In an Offline piece,1 The Lancet described the findings of the COVID-19 Inquiry as evidence of "criminal incompetence". Many of the people who advised the Government had little front-line experience in laboratory, epidemiological, and clinical aspects of infection. Although expert advisory groups could not be expected to accommodate all scientific specialties, it is unfortunate that clinical virologists, who have front-line expertise in diagnosis, infection control, and epidemiology, were not widely consulted on setting up the Natio…

newarab (2024-08-03). Ben Sedrine, ex-head of Tunisia's truth commission arrested. newarab.com In "This decision [to arrest Sedrine] was based on an investigation initiated by the investigating judge of the economic and financial judicial hub, following a complaint from a member of the Truth and Dignity Commission," said Mohamed Zitouna, spokesperson for the Tunis First Instance Court, to local radio Mosaique FM. | The Truth and Dignity Commission (TDC, or IV…

newarab (2024-08-03). Somalia: At least 32 killed in al-Shabaab attack on Mogadishu. newarab.com

newarab (2024-08-03). Algeria to sanction France over shift on Western Sahara. newarab.com "We will take the necessary measures to express our rejection of such [France's] position," said Algerian Foreign Minister Ahmed Attaf on 31 July in a press conference. | A day prior Attaf's press conference, France backed Morocco's autonomy plan for the disputed territory, stressing that "the present and future of Western Sahara fall within the framework of Moroccan sove…

newarab (2024-08-03). Olympics: Algerian boxer Khelif in semis, guaranteed bronze. newarab.com The Algerian boxer targeted by an online hate campaign on her gender spearheaded by the likes of J.K. Rowling is guaranteed at least bronze at

newarab (2024-08-03). Report reveals Egypt may have bribed Trump with $10m. newarab.com The report, published on Friday, states that a $10m cash withdrawal was made from a Cairo bank just five days before Trump's inauguration, which later fuelled a probe into whether he had a…

Maria Paez Victor (2024-08-03). An Attempted Coup By Any Other Name… orinocotribune.com By Maria Páez Victor — Aug 1, 2024 | "We will coup whoever we want! Deal with it." | Elon Musk, 25 July 2020, Twitter | Once again, as in 2002, Venezuela has been the victim of a combined media and diplomatic coup attempt, but this time with the added element of organized crime and a cyber-attack. | Millions of eligible voters cast their electronic ballots before the presence of more than 635 international witnesses including electoral experts of the United Nations, the African Union, and electoral staff of 65 countries. How many international witnesses are allowed for the USA or Canadian elections? None.

Maria Paez Victor, Counter Punch. (2024-08-03). Venezuela: An Attempted Coup By Any Other Name. popularresistance.org Once again, as in 2002, Venezuela has been the victim of a combined media and diplomatic coup attempt, but this time with the added element of organized crime and a cyber-attack. | Millions of eligible voters cast their electronic ballots before the presence of more than 635 international witnesses including electoral experts of the United Nations, the African Union, and electoral staff of 65 countries. How many international witnesses are allowed for the USA or Canadian elections? None. | Nicolás Maduro was re-elected with 51.2% of votes (5,150,092 votes), and the far-right candidate Edmundo González lost with 4…

aljazeera (2024-08-03). At least 32 killed in al-Shabab beach attack in Somalia's capital Mogadishu. aljazeera.com More than 60 wounded in on popular seaside spot frequented by Somalis on weekends.

aljazeera (2024-08-03). At least 32 killed in al-Shabab beach attack in Somalia's capital Mogadishu. aljazeera.com More than 60 wounded in attack on popular seaside spot frequented by Somalis on weekends.

CADTM Afrique (2024-08-03). The fourth CADTM-Africa University, in coordination with the World March of Women (WMW) and the National Forum on Economic and Social Strategies (FNSES). cadtm.org

Collective, CADTM International (2024-08-03). Solidarity with Kenyan people! cadtm.org

Patrick Bond (2024-08-03). Corporate Corruption of South African Politics and Economics. cadtm.org

(2024-08-03). Chained and blindfolded: Nigerian journalist Segun Olatunji recounts his detention. Evelyn Okakwu

_____ (2024-08-03). Chained and blindfolded: Nigerian journalist Segun Olatunji recounts his detention. Evelyn Okakwu

Rhoda Wilson (2024-08-03). Lies being normalised is not the worst of it; the real danger is when truth has no value. expose-news.com Trust has broken down in public discourse. Lies have been normalised. We are now reaping the harvest of untruth. Lies are not just tolerated but are now the default approach. Internationally, we …

Rhoda Wilson (2024-08-03). Lies being normalised is not the worst of it; the real danger is when truth has no value. expose-news.com Trust has broken down in public discourse. Lies have been normalised. We are now reaping the harvest of untruth. Lies are not just tolerated but are now the default approach. Internationally, we …

geo.tv (2024-08-03). Bangladesh students call for nationwide civil disobedience. geo.tv Anti-Discrimination Student Movement held a rally at Central Shaheed Minar in Dhaka on August 3, 2024, to demand justice for the victims killed in the recent countrywide violence during anti-quota protests. — AFP | Egypt's President Abdel Fatah al-Sisi and former president of the US and Republican presidential nominee Donald Trump. — Reuters/AFP/File | People walk at the scene of an explosion that occurred while revellers were swi…

ICRC (2024-08-03). Sudan: ICRC calls for greater access to deliver humanitarian aid as millions of people go without basics for survival. icrc.org

ICRC (2024-08-03). Working together to address Africa's health challenges and to achieve sustainable development goals (SDGs). icrc.org —ICRC holds session at the Global Health Forum of Boao Forum for Asia…

ICRC (2024-08-03). Nigeria: ICRC surgical team supports Maiduguri Hospital treating 41 wounded people after multiple blasts in Gwoza. icrc.org

Gabrielle Pickard-Whitehead (2024-08-03). Robert Jenrick joins Tory leadership race, promising collection of right-wing policies. leftfootforward.org Robert Jenrick has entered the Conservative leadership race, advocating a series of hardline policies, including the reinstatement of the Rwanda policy. The former immigration minister pledged to establish a party that his "good friend Suella Braverman feels comfortable in" and to challenge Nigel Farage's Reform UK. | Jenrick, the MP for Newark, launched his campaign from his own constituency, emphasising the party's intent to engage with towns and rural areas beyond the "metropolitan bubble" of London. | Jenrick resigned as immigration minister in December 2023, criticising the government's Rwanda legislation…

Martin Hacthoun (2024-08-03). African Union and IGAD condemn attack in Somalia. plenglish.com Addis Ababa, Aug 3 (Prensa Latina) The African Union (AU) and the Intergovernmental Authority on Development (IGAD) condemned today the terrorist attack on Friday in Lido Beach, Somalia, with a toll of 32 dead and 63 wounded.

presstv.ir (2024-08-03). Ethiopia landslides death toll could jump to 500, UN says. presstv.ir Heavy rains triggered a landslide burying people in the Gofa Zone of southern Ethiopia on Sunday night…

presstv.ir (2024-08-03). At least 13 killed in Nigeria protests against economic crisis. presstv.ir Nigeria's security forces have killed at least 13 people protesting against economic hardship, rights groups say.

tvbrics (2024-08-03). Egypt is geared towards green development goals. tvbrics.com Egyptian authorities will incorporate technology to promote better practices for the environment…

The Independent (2024-08-03). DPP opposes bail for Akamba, Mutembuli and Namujju. independent.co.ug Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The Director of Public Prosecutions-DPP has asked the Anti-Corruption Court to deny bail to three Members of Parliament who are facing corruption charges. The MPs are: Yusuf Mutembuli (Bunyole East), a resident of Bweyogerere Kirinya in Kira Municipality, Wakiso district, Paul Akamba (Busiki) resident of Kyanja Balagade Rise Nakawa Division …

newsnetwork.mayoclinic (2024-08-03). NIH award supports new center at Mayo Clinic for health disparities in uterine fibroid treatment. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Uterine fibroids, noncancerous tumors of the uterus, affect about 70% of white women and up to 90% of Black women according to the National Institutes of Health (NIH). Fibroid symptoms may include heavy menstrual bleeding, pelvic pain, bowel and bladder problems, and sometimes infertility and miscarriage. For women of African descent, fibroids may develop at an earlier age and be more frequent and severe. Many women, particularly Black women, are likely to undergo hysterectomy to…

The Independent (2024-08-03). Eastern DR Congo buffeted by fresh flareups with ADF, M23 rebels. independent.co.ug KINSHASA, DR Congo | Xinhua | People in the eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) have lately been caught up in fresh fighting pitting government troops against two rebel groups, the March 23 Movement (M23) and the Allied Democratic Forces (ADF). FIGHTING AGAINST ADF In Cantine, a village in the eastern North Kivu Province, …

The Independent (2024-08-03). HR Managers promote fight against lifestyle diseases. independent.co.ug Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The Human Resource Managers Association of Uganda (HRMAU) has launched its Annual Sports Gala intending to address lifestyle diseases at workplaces. The event which is one of the activities to celebrate 25 years of the Association will bring together more than 1,500 Human Resource Managers of different Organizations, …

newsnetwork.mayoclinic (2024-08-03). New research discovers a new combination of therapy for people with a type of leukemia, leading them to live longer. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org ROCHESTER, Minn. — In a new multicenter international study led by the Mayo Clinic Comprehensive Cancer Center, researchers found that people with the B-cell precursor subtype of acute lymphoblastic leukemia (BCP-ALL), who also lacked a genetic abnormality known as the Philadelphia chromosome and were in remission with no trace of cancer, showed significantly higher survival rates when blinatumomab was added to their chemotherapy treatment. The randomized study results are published this month in the New England…

Raphaël Lopoukhine (2024-08-03). Niger: Rights in free Fall a year after coup. fidh.org

The Independent (2024-08-03). Assessors ask court to convict Kwoyelo. independent.co.ug GULU, UGANDA | THE INDEPENDENT | Court assessors have asked Judges at the International Crimes Division of the High Court to convict former Lord's Resistance Army rebel commander Thomas Kwoyelo alias Latoni over alleged war crimes and crimes against humanity. Three assessors offered their opinions to the trial panel on Friday at the Gulu High Court …

The Independent (2024-08-03). NARO earmarks 1000 prototype products. independent.co.ug Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The National Agricultural Research Organization (NARO) has embarked on the promotion of new agricultural technologies aimed at boosting production at the farm level. NARO's Deputy Director General in charge of agricultural technology promotion, Dr. Sadik Kassim, says that for the past decade, their work had been centered on only …

The Independent (2024-08-03). Ugandans celebrate Cheptegei's gold victory. independent.co.ug KAMPALA, Uganda | Xinhua | Ugandans are celebrating their first gold medal won by Joshua Cheptegei at the on-going Paris Olympics 2024 in France. The top athlete and world record holder Cheptegei won a gold medal in the 10,000m final on Friday night in Paris. He set an Olympic record of 26 minutes, 43.14 seconds …

The Independent (2024-08-03). Deputy Secretary to the Treasury: Loan repayments are chocking Uganda. independent.co.ug Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Uganda has joined the international chorus urging for the reform of international financial architecture. The Deputy Secretary to the Treasury, Patrick Ocailap says reforming the international financial architecture is imperative to give developing countries like Uganda a fair chance to turn its immense potential into opportunities to overcome future challenges. …

The Independent (2024-08-03). Fresh details emerge on man shot to death in Mulago. independent.co.ug Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Fresh details have emerged about Simon Peter Otim who was shot dead on Thursday night at Sebina Zone- Kaleerwe, Mulago III Parish, Kawempe Division. Otim was shot at around 8: 30pm by two men who entered the sitting room where he was with his wife, daughter and a visitor. Otim was …

The Independent (2024-08-03). Paris 2024: Cheptegei secures Uganda's fifth gold ü•á. independent.co.ug Placings of athletics men's 10,000m final at Paris Olympics 1. Joshua Cheptegei, Ugandaüá∫üᨠ, 26: 43.14 OR ü•á 2. Berihu Aregawi, Ethiopiaüá™üáπ , 26: 43.44 ü•à 3. Grant Fisher, United Statesüá∫üá∏ , 26: 43.46 SB ü•â 4. Mohammed Ahmed, Canadaüá®üá¶, 26: 43.79 SB 5. Benard Kibet, Kenyaüá∞üá™, 26: 43.98…

The Independent (2024-08-03). PARIS 2024: Cheptegei secures Uganda's fifth gold ü•á. independent.co.ug Placings of athletics men's 10,000m final at Paris Olympics 1. Joshua Cheptegei, Uganda , 26: 43.14 OR ü•á 2. Berihu Aregawi, Ethiopia , 26: 43.44 ü•à 3. Grant Fisher, United States , 26: 43.46 SB ü•â 4. Mohammed Ahmed, Canada, 26: 43.79 SB 5. Benard Kibet, Kenya, 26: 43.98 PB 6. Yomif Kejelcha, Ethiopia, 26: 44.02 7. Selemon Barega, Ethiopia, 26: 44.48 8. Jacob Kiplimo, …

Agence France-Presse (2024-08-03). Al-Shabaab suicide bomber and gunmen kill 32 in Somalia beach attack. scmp.com An Al-Shabaab suicide bomber and gunmen attacked a busy beach in the Somali capital Mogadishu, killing 32 people.

The Independent (2024-08-03). LoP: We need results, not rhetoric on corruption. independent.co.ug Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The Leader of the Opposition, Joel Ssenyonyi says the recent State of the Nation Address (SoNA) presented an overly optimistic view on the while neglecting Uganda's pressing issues. Presenting the Opposition response to the SoNA on Thursday, 01 August 2024, Ssenyonyi said the address delivered on 06 June 2024, fell …

The Independent (2024-08-03). Kwoyelo's Trial: ICD Judges hear assessors opinion, judgement set for August 13. independent.co.ug GULU, UGANDA | THE INDEPENDENT | Judges at the International Crimes Division of the High Court have convened a sitting at Gulu High Court to hear the opinions of assessors on the trial of former Lord's Resistance Army (LRA) rebel commander Thomas Kwoyelo. The session that was held on Friday is part of the court's proceedings …

The Independent (2024-08-03). Biniam Girmay's amazing Tour de France triumph. independent.co.ug 24-year old Eritrean becomes first African to win at the world's oldest and most prestigious cycling race ANALYSIS | AGENCIES | A split second before he crossed the finish line in Turin, Biniam Girmay sat up on his bicycle. He let go of his handlebars, smiled to himself, and then punched the air in defiance. Behind …

newsnetwork.mayoclinic (2024-08-03). NIH award supports new center at Mayo Clinic for health disparities in uterine fibroid treatment. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Uterine fibroids, noncancerous tumors of the uterus, affect about 70% of white women and up to 90% of Black women according to the National Institutes of Health (NIH). Fibroid symptoms may include heavy menstrual bleeding, pelvic pain, bowel and bladder problems, and sometimes infertility and miscarriage. For women of African descent, fibroids may develop at an earlier age and be more frequent and severe. Many women, particularly Black women, are likely to undergo hysterectomy to…

Hugo GABBERO (2024-08-03). Uganda: Increasing harassment against students for global democracy and its members. fidh.org

newsnetwork.mayoclinic (2024-08-03). New research discovers a new combination of therapy for people with a type of leukemia, leading them to live longer. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org ROCHESTER, Minn. — In a new multicenter international study led by the Mayo Clinic Comprehensive Cancer Center, researchers found that people with the B-cell precursor subtype of acute lymphoblastic leukemia (BCP-ALL), who also lacked a genetic abnormality known as the Philadelphia chromosome and were in remission with no trace of cancer, showed significantly higher survival rates when blinatumomab was added to their chemotherapy treatment. The randomized study results are published this month in the New England…

Staff (2024-08-03). Manipulación mediática y política sobre Venezuela intenta imponer calumnias sobre Cuba. cubadebate.cu Sobre la base de una burda fabricación del Diario de las Américas, en consonancia con su línea editorial sobre Cuba, se citó a una fuente anónima para maliciosamente transformar el tráfico regular de vuelos entre Cuba y Venezuela, en un supuesto movimiento extraordinario de personas y documentación, ligadas a los acontecimientos que se desarrollan en Venezuela desde el domingo 28 de julio.

Pablo Rafael Fuentes (2024-08-03). Intercambia Primer ministro de Cuba con colaboradores en Angola. radiohc.cu La Habana, 3 ago (RHC) La compleja situación por la que atraviesa Cuba y las acciones para reimpulsar su economía centraron hoy el diálogo entre el primer ministro, Manuel Marrero, y una representación de los colaboradores de la isla en Angola.

Pablo Rafael Fuentes (2024-08-03). Delegación de Cuba homenajeó en Angola a héroes de ambos países. radiohc.cu La Habana, 3 ago (RHC) El primer ministro de Cuba, Manuel Marrero, encabezó hoy la delegación de la isla que rindió tributo al Héroe Nacional y primer presidente de Angola, António Agostinho Neto, y al comandante cubano Raúl Díaz Argàºelles.

Pablo Rafael Fuentes (2024-08-03). Ratifican en Angola solidaridad inquebrantable con Cuba. radiohc.cu La Habana, 3 ago (RHC) Grupos de amistad y solidaridad con Cuba y cubanos residentes en Angola ratificaron el apoyo y amistad con la isla y su pueblo, al cual agradecieron por la ayuda brindada para preservar la independencia del país.

Pablo Rafael Fuentes (2024-08-03). Primer ministro de Cuba rendirá homenaje a Héroe Nacional de Angola. radiohc.cu La Habana, 3 ago (RHC) El primer ministro de Cuba, Manuel Marrero, rendirá homenaje hoy al Héroe Nacional y primer presidente de Angola, António Agostinho Neto, como parte del programa de su visita de trabajo a este país.

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