(2024-07-24). BRICS: Rising Force of Global South. infobrics.org Many nations across Asia, Africa and Latin America have either become full-fledged members or desire to join the BRICS, which makes the group more representative with a bigger responsibility in global affairs…
(2024-07-24). SA welcomes declaration of unity between various Palestinian factional groups. sanews.gov.za SA welcomes declaration of unity between various Palestinian factional groups | South Africa has welcomed the declaration of unity between various Palestinian groups and their stated intention to constitute an interim national unity reconciliation government, the Department of International Cooperation and Relations (DIRCO) said on Wednesday. | This is after Palestinian factions signed a "national unity" agreement aimed at maintaining Palestinian control over Gaza once Israel's war ends. | According to Al Jazeera, the deal was finalised on Tuesday in China after three days of intensive talks. | The 24-hour Engl…
(2024-07-24). Frantz Fanon Our Contemporary. counterpunch.org 
Toiling as a clinical psychiatrist in the heart of French-controlled Algeria, Frantz Fanon would conclude after several years of work and struggle, "Today the all-out national war of liberation waged by the Algerian people for seven years has become a breeding ground for mental disorders."[i] At the time, the Algerian people, taking inspiration from their
(2024-07-24). At least 229 killed in landslides in south-western Ethiopia. geo.tv 
People search for survivors after a mudslide in Gofa Zone, Ethiopia. — AFP/file Over 229 people have been buried alive by collapsar-like mudslides triggered by torrential rain in the south-western Ethiopia, the worst in this type of disaster ever to be reported in the Horn of…
(2024-07-24). Sudan: ICRC calls for greater access to deliver humanitarian aid as millions of people go without basics for survival. icrc.org
(2024-07-24). 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…
(2024-07-24). Nigeria: ICRC surgical team supports Maiduguri Hospital treating 41 wounded people after multiple blasts in Gwoza. icrc.org
(2024-07-24). Initiative to train five million Ethiopians in technologies. plenglish.com Addis Ababa, Jul 24 (Prensa Latina) Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed launched the Five Million Ethiopian Coders Initiative at the Science Museum, a project that will benefit an equal number of citizens in digital technology training.
(2024-07-24). MPs, Deputy Speaker clash on anti-corruption demo. independent.co.ug 
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The Deputy Speaker of Parliament, Thomas Tayebwa had a difficult TIME controlling the House as it returned from recess on Tuesday. Amidst the "walk to Parliament" in Kampala, the leader of the Opposition, Joel Senyonyi openly accused the administration of double standards when dealing with protestors against alleged corruption …
(2024-07-24). Laundering carbon — The Gulf's 'new scramble for Africa'. links.org.au 
Adam Hanieh — As the world's largest exporters of crude oil and liquified natural gas, the Gulf states are reconfiguring their relationships with Africa via carbon offset projects, a shift that will have significant consequences for the trajectories of our warming planet.
(2024-07-24). FINCA MD urges on data usage. independent.co.ug 
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | James Onyutta, Managing Director, of FINCA Uganda, gathering data about customer preferences, market trends, and industry dynamics, can help businesses make decisions based on facts rather than assumptions or intuition. "Using research has opened our eyes to many opportunities and helped us solve numerous business and client-related challenges," he said …
(2024-07-24). UDB net profit up 17% to Shs50bn in 2023. independent.co.ug 
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Uganda Development Bank Ltd (UDB), the country's national Development Finance Institution and the Best Bank in East Africa 2024, has today announced its 2023 annual performance, highlighting its continued role in fostering economic resilience and sustainable growth across key sectors of the economy. In 2023, the Bank realized a …
(2024-07-24). Parties called to use their diverse political ideas to improve SA. sanews.gov.za Parties called to use their diverse political ideas to improve SA | Despite diverse political party affiliations, Deputy President Paul Mashatile, believes it is crucial to combine strengths to achieve the strategic goals set out in President Cyril Ramaphosa's Opening of Parliament Address (OPA), last week. | The goals include promoting inclusive growth and job creation, alleviating poverty, addressing the high cost of living, and establishing a capable, ethical, and progressive State. | "These are too significant to be achieved in isolation. We must complement each other and recognise collaboration as the key…
(2024-07-24). SA committed to addressing climate change. sanews.gov.za SA committed to addressing climate change | The signing of the Climate Change Bill by President Cyril Ramaphosa into law, demonstrates South Africa's commitment to address and respond to the global phenomenon that involves long term shifts in temperatures and general weather patterns. | Minister of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment, Dr Dion George, has welcomed the new law which sets out a national climate change response, including mitigation and adaptation actions, which also constitutes South Africa's fair contribution to the global climate change response. | "The President's signing of the climate Chan…
(2024-07-24). ANTI CORRUPTION DEMO: Over 50 taken to court, remanded. independent.co.ug 
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Nakawa and Buganda Road Chief Magistrates Court had a busy Tuesday evening as suspects arrested during the "Walk to Parliament" demonstrations were arraigned before the courts More than 50 people were remanded to Luzira prison on charges arising from their alleged involvement in the anti corruption demonstrations in the …
(2024-07-24). Equity Bank Uganda sponsors Top 100 SMEs survey and awards. independent.co.ug 
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Equity Bank Uganda has partnered with KPMG and the Nation Media Group as the main sponsor of Uganda's Top 100 Mid-Sized Companies survey and awards. Top 100 mid sized companies is a survey based campaign that has been ongoing for the past few years. It's been organized by Nation …
(2024-07-24). Following a crushing defeat, is the ANC-DA coalition a stabilising or aggravating factor in South Africa's social and political crisis? links.org.au 
Mazibuko Jara and Gunnett Kaaf look at the implications of South Africa's new coalition government for the African National Congress-South African Communist Party-Confederation of South African Trade Union Alliance, and for the broader polity.
(2024-07-24). Forty university students picked for new Equity Bank Uganda innovation hub. independent.co.ug 
Innovative minds set to soar Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Forty of the best university students in Uganda are set to start a six-month incubation program to enhance their technology, innovation and managment skills courtesy of Equity Bank Uganda. The students are set to embark on transformative training and mentorship at the newly launched …
(2024-07-24). Department works to secure water for all. sanews.gov.za Department works to secure water for all | The Ministry and Department of Water and Sanitation, under the new administration, has committed to continue to ensure the implementation of all water projects without delay, and improved water and sanitation services. | Giving an update on the progress made in the water projects, which were previously delayed, Water and Sanitation spokesperson, Wisani Mavasa said in order to ensure water security, government is focusing on investing in additional national water resource infrastructure. This includes building awareness of the need to use water sparingly, and improving mu…
(2024-07-24). US Senator Bob Menendez to resign after corruption conviction. aljazeera.com New Jersey Democrat faces decades in prison after his conviction for bribery and acting as a foreign agent for Egypt.
(2024-07-24). US Targets ISIS Network in Africa with New Sanctions. themedialine.org 
(2024-07-24). Ayashisa ama-tekkie for growing Sneaker Cleanic. sanews.gov.za Ayashisa ama-tekkie for growing Sneaker Cleanic | In South Africa the word tekkie is generally used to describe sneakers, but Lesego Gumede's Sneaker Cleanic business has ignited a flame of hope for a better future to his employees who wash sneakers on a daily basis. | Sneaker Cleanic is a shoe-cleaning business that started as a casual conversation between colleagues. | "I realised that my [former] boss's sneakers were clean when I was still working at a major clothing store. I questioned her about who cleaned them, and she told me that she paid someone R50 per pair to clean them. This made me decide to resign f…
(2024-07-24). Ethiopia: Massive crackdown on civil society organisations. fidh.org The recent forced dissolution of numerous civil society organisations highlights an intensification in the restriction of civic space in Ethiopia, and constitutes a major violation of the rights to freedom of association and expression, which has harmful consequences on civil society as a whole. The Observatory for the Protection of Human Rights Defenders (FIDH-OMCT) urges the Ethiopian authorities to put an immediate end to this escalating crackdown on civic space and independent domestic (…) | – |
(2024-07-24). Corporate Corruption of South African Politics and Economics. cadtm.org
(2024-07-24). Solidarity with Kenyan people! cadtm.org
(2024-07-24). Egyptian authorities host dialogue on detention after arrests. newarab.com 
Egyptian authorities have extended the pretrial detention of at least 125 people and arrested two Most of those detained were swept up in a wave of arrests following calls for protests on July 12 over economic conditions under President Alth…
(2024-07-24). US announces Sudan ceasefire talks. newarab.com 
The Secretary of State "The United States remains…
(2024-07-24). UN investigators decry patterns of grave violations in Sudan. newarab.com 
A team of UN investigators said Tuesday they had met in The recently established UN Independent International Fact-Finding Mission on the situation in Sudan said it had spent three weeks in Chad meeting with
(2024-07-24). Tunisia migrants in 'unsuitable conditions': rights group. newarab.com 
More than half of the mainly In its latest study on migration, the Tunisian Forum for Economic and Social Rights (FTDES) found that "over half" of migrants in Tunisia lived "in the street, public parks, encampments, and outdoor areas". | Tunisia is a key departure point for <...
(2024-07-24). US Senator Bob Menendez resigns after Egypt corruption trial. newarab.com 
US Senator "I will be resigning from my office as the United States Senator from New Jersey, effective on the close of business on 20 August, 2024," Menendez's letter, which Reuters saw, s…
(2024-07-24). Suspect arrested for being in position of illegal firearm. sanews.gov.za Suspect arrested for being in position of illegal firearm | Police in the Eastern Cape are continuing with their efforts to clamp down on cash-in-transit robberies as well as on the proliferation of illegal firearms. | Last week, 33 firearms were confiscated in the province and coordinated efforts reflected the dedication of police officers in fighting the increase in illegal firearms, which often result in serious and violent crimes in communities. | In the OR Tambo District, on Tuesday, at about 1 am, the Tactical Response Team (TRT) in Mthatha executed a search warrant at a house in Upper Ngqwarha location, Mq…
(2024-07-24). Shining a light into entrepreneurship. sanews.gov.za Shining a light into entrepreneurship | by Sinovuyo Mfiki | Meet Makatu Tshi-vhula, a young entrepreneur who went from working at a candle manufacturing factory to owning one. | The 26-year-old from Soweto is the founder of The Light Candles, a company he started in February 2020. Their catalogue ranges from regular household to fancy scented candles. His candles are popular among churches, traditional healers and event organisers. | After working for a candle-making company for five months, he used his newly found skills and knowledge to manufacture and distribute candles to his community and courier to other pr…
(2024-07-24). Police Recruitment: 69 arrested for presenting forged academic documents. independent.co.ug 
Masindi, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The Police in Masindi have arrested 69 recruits for allegedly presenting fake academic documents during the just concluded recruitment exercise. The recruits were arrested on Saturday after they reported for training at the Kabalye police training school in Masindi district. They reported at the training school between July 13th …
(2024-07-24). Keeping the Madiba Magic alive. sanews.gov.za Keeping the Madiba Magic alive | by More Matshediso | A women-led community development project is keeping the legacy of former President Nelson Mandela alive by educating children, and providing entrepreneurship and employability skills to women, youth and persons living with disabilities in the North West. | Tshwaraganang Barolong Project (TBP) is a non-profit organisation (NPO) that was established in 2001 in Motsitlane section near Madibogo village. | The organisation's chairperson Mapule Lebakaeng said the organisation initially specialised in equipping women with knitting, sewing and upholstery skills to…
(2024-07-24). 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.
"I wish Foreign Minister Nasser Bourita would deny this disturbing news. We cannot remain silent about everything," added Benkirane, head of the Justice and Development Party (PJD) on Sunday 21 July, during a gathering of his party.
Over the weekend, Algerian Energy Minister Mohammed Arkab announced the "historical project" during a visit to a facility of Sonelgaz, the state-owned electricity and gas company. | On Sunday, 21 July, Arkab revealed that Sonatrach, the state-owned hydrocarbons company, and Sonelgaz are preparing to sign contracts to build a submarine cable con…
Egypt is playing a waiting game as Ethiopia prepares to make the fifth, and final, filling of its Cairo has long feared that the infrastructure project will The multibillion-dollar project is over 94 per c…
Rescue operation underway after landsliding in southern Ethiopia. — X/@addisstandard 
The country will participate in the 14th BRICS Trade Ministers Meeting in Moscow…
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Two groups of anti-corruption protesters have been arrested in separate incidents near Parliament Avenue. The first group, comprising students from Makerere University, has been taken into custody on Nasser Road. Shortly afterwards, mores students, this time from the Islamic University of Uganda-IUIU have also been arrested at Parliament Avenue. "Anita …
Young, tech-savvy individuals are at forefront of local and international projects COMMENT | RONNY KAHUMA | The graphic design industry in Uganda is experiencing a vibrant transformation, evolving from a niche profession into a vital component of the nation's creative economy. A growing appreciation for visual aesthetics and the increasing demand for high-quality design in …
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Several youthful anti-corruption protesters were on Tuesday arrested from various parts of Kampala during the anti-corruption march to Parliament. While the police had warned against the march, mainly calling for the resignation of the Speaker of Parliament Annet Anita Among, some brave youth came out to face the military and …
KAMPALA, Uganda | Xinhua | The Ugandan police on Tuesday closed off several key roads leading to the country's parliamentary building where protesters were planning to march to express their displeasure at what they call rampant corruption in the government. Public vehicles are not allowed on these roads, which are only accessible to pedestrians who …
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Teams from the Uganda Law Society are stationed at several police stations to help over 30 activitsts arrested at today's demonstrations against corruption. Social media influencer Bernard Ewalu (Beewol), comedian Reign Omusoyisoyi (Maulanareign)a and former Makerere Guild President Papa Were are among those arrested by police as they prepared …
NAIROBI, KENYA | Xinhua | Kenyan authorities on Tuesday heightened security in and around the Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA) in the capital of Nairobi, the country's main airport, ahead of anti-government protests. Young Kenyan protesters, or Gen-Z, have threatened to disrupt airport operations to protest President William Ruto's decision to rehire six former Cabinet …
BEIJING, CHINA | Xinhua | Chinese President Xi Jinping on Tuesday sent a message to Paul Kagame, congratulating him on reelection as president of the Republic of Rwanda. In the message, Xi pointed out that Rwanda is a traditional friendly country of China, and that in recent years, China-Rwanda relations have developed rapidly, with fruitful results …
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Godfrey Kavuma, an accountant for a Kanyanya-based Non-Governmental Organization, has been remanded to Luzira prison on charges of aggravated homosexuality involving a 16-year-old boy. Kavuma allegedly lured the boy into the act with promises of a job. Kavuma appeared before the Kasangati Chief Magistrates Court on Monday to be updated …
The airline has announced Abuja, Lusaka and Harare as new flight destination effective September this year Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Uganda Airlines is stepping up competition against Ethiopian Airlines, Kenya Airways, and RwandAir with the launch of new flights to Abuja in Nigeria, Lusaka in Zambia, and Harare in Zimbabwe. This expansion is part …
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | A section of members of Uganda Law Society, an umbrella body that brings together all the lawyers in the country, has been blocked from accessing the Central Police Station in Kampala. The lawyers who were led by the ULS President Bernard Oundo were blocked from the main entrance by police …
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The Uganda Prisons Services has today not produced any suspects in all Kampala and Wakiso District Courts for hearing of various criminal cases, Uganda Radio Network has learnt. URN reporter visited courts in Kampala City Centre that host criminal sessions and found that there was no business going on regarding …
Kampla, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The Law Development Center Court on Monday evening remanded three National Unity Platform (NUP) Members of Parliament on charges arising from their alleged involvement in unlawful assembly . They are: Katikamu South MP Hassan Kirumira, Bbale county MP Charles Tebandeke and Mityana Municipality MP Francis Zaake who appeared on a …