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2024-08-15: News Headlines

aljazeera (2024-08-15). Sweden confirms first case of mpox strain outside Africa. aljazeera.com Swedish officials say they have registered the first case outside Africa of the more dangerous variant of mpox.

Adam Hanieh (2024-08-15). Laundering Carbon—The Gulf's 'New Scramble for Africa'. cadtm.org

Chris Houston (2024-08-15). Homophobia's Role in Political Manipulation. counterpunch.org "People have faced attacks, evictions, and been denied access to health services." This week, I spoke with Healy Thomson about the impact of the Anti-Homosexuality Act in Uganda. The legislation, signed into law last year, permits the death penalty for certain offences related to homosexuality. "Across Africa, LGBTI persons find themselves…confronting formidable obstacles to their

ecns.cn (2024-08-15). China funding aids Africa development. ecns.cn Financial assistance from China has played a crucial role in infrastructure development in Africa since the Forum on China-Africa Cooperation, or FOCAC, was established, paving the way for economic prosperity.

Abayomi Azikiwe (2024-08-15). Mali and Niger Break Diplomatic Relations with Ukraine Accusing NATO Ally of Involvement in Terrorist Attacks. globalresearch.ca Since the beginning of the Russian Special Military Operation in Ukraine, the African continent has become a major battleground in the renewed Cold War between Moscow and Washington. | In recent weeks in response to an attack by rebels in the …

WSWS (2024-08-15). Workers Struggles: Europe, Middle East & Africa. wsws.org Three-day strike at easyJet Portugal over staffing levels and working hours undermined by minimum service requirements and union only calling out Portuguese-based crews; Iranian nurses' strike over pay and conditions continues and intensifies after death of nurse from overwork; state forces kill 21 workers demonstrating high cost of living and government policies in Nigeria…

The Independent (2024-08-15). King Mswati III of Eswatini in Jinja, visits Kiira Motors. independent.co.ug Jinja, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | King Mswati III of Eswatini has today visited the he Kiira Vehicle Plant and has hailed Uganda for having a project of this magnitude being undertaken — in Africa and which is 100% owned, driven, and operated by Africans. He also welcomed a proposal to build a partnership …

The Independent (2024-08-15). Uganda, Kenya embrace green transport with rapid adoption of e-bikes. independent.co.ug KAMPALA, UGANDA | Xinhua | In Kenya's capital Nairobi, motorcycles have become an essential choice for residents due to their flexibility, convenience and affordability, with an increasing number of electric models on the roads. Driven by growing environmental awareness and technological advancements, many African countries have begun actively promoting electric motorcycles in recent years to …

NEOB (2024-08-15). NPA Aspirant Prosecutor Programme back on track. sanews.gov.za NPA Aspirant Prosecutor Programme back on track | The National Prosecuting Authority (NPA) has announced that it will reinstate the much vaunted Aspirant Prosecutor Programme. | The programme was suspended this year due to budget constraints. | "In 2022/23, the NPA absorbed over 1000 law graduates into its Aspirant Prosecutor Programme. Due to the unplanned budget cuts, many of these aspirants could not be given contracts after completion of the programme. | "The recent improvement in the NPA's budget situation has allowed the organisation to offer contracts to many aspirants that are already in the system, gradu…

Reuters (2024-08-15). Sudan peace talks begin in Switzerland despite army's no-show. scmp.com UN officials warn the country is at 'breaking point', amid a 16-month-old civil war and a humanitarian crisis threatening thousands of lives.

Associated Press (2024-08-15). WHO declares mpox a global health emergency as new form of virus spreads. scmp.com The potential for the disease's further spread beyond Africa is 'very worrying,' WHO director general Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus says.

GABIK (2024-08-15). KZN CoGTA budget to empower traditional leadership, enhance local governance. sanews.gov.za KZN CoGTA budget to empower traditional leadership, enhance local governance | KwaZulu-Natal Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs (COGTA) MEC, Thulasizwe Buthelezi, has presented the department's R1.8 billion, which is aimed at bolstering traditional leadership, enhancing local governance, and driving community development in the province. | Tabling the department's budget before the KwaZulu-Natal Legislature this week, Buthelezi said one of the cornerstones of the budget is the empowerment of amakhosi as cultural custodians. | To foster collaboration and address challenges faced by traditional communit…

Maxime Duriez (2024-08-15). 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 (…) | – | /…

EDWIN (2024-08-15). NSG hosts symposium on China-Africa relations. sanews.gov.za NSG hosts symposium on China-Africa relations | China-Africa Media and Publishing, in collaboration with the National School of Government of South Africa, is set to hold a symposium titled: "The Governance of China: Forging a Closer China-Africa Community of a Shared Future, in Pretoria on Thursday. | Thursday's event will bring together South African and Chinese government officials, scholars, experts, and journalists for a robust exchange of ideas and insights. | The seminar serves as a critical forum to discuss and shape the future of China-Africa relations and is a side precursor event to the upcoming Beij…

teleSUR, ahf, YSM (2024-08-15). 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.

newarab (2024-08-15). Saudi prince MBS 'fears assassination' over Israel normalisation. newarab.com Saudi Crown Prince The sources, who include one unnamed former US official and two individuals with knowledge of the talks, said the kingdom's de-facto ruler shared these fears with US lawmakers. | Prince Mohammed allegedly highlighted the US's alleged failure to protect slain Egyptian President Anwar Sadat, who was assassinated in October 1981 after normalis…

newarab (2024-08-15). Why is Egypt's new grand mufti Nazir Ayyad under fire. newarab.com

newarab (2024-08-15). Egypt, Somalia sign defence pact amid tensions with Ethiopia. newarab.com Egypt and Somalia signed a defence agreement on Wednesday amid ongoing disputes The treaty was signed after a two-day visit by The Somali leader's visit came after Ethiopia signed a deal with the breakaway state of Somaliland last January, giving Et…

newarab (2024-08-15). Egypt, Somalia sign defence pact amid tensions with Ethiopia. newarab.com Egypt and Somalia signed a defence agreement on Wednesday amid ongoing disputes The treaty was signed after a two-day visit by The Somali leader's visit came after Ethiopia signed a deal with the breakaway state of Somaliland last January, giving E…

tvbrics (2024-08-15). Egypt and Bahrain explore new horizons in renewable energy cooperation. tvbrics.com The Egyptian Minister of Energy noted that relations between the two countries serve as an ideal model for constructive cooperation between Arab countries…

UMMID (2024-08-15). 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.

newarab (2024-08-15). Algeria claim 'terror plot' by separatist Amazigh group MAK. newarab.com On Wednesday, 14 August, the Algiers Public Prosecutor announced the arrest of 21 individuals allegedly involved in a plot to smuggle firearms into Algeria through th…

The Independent (2024-08-15). SC Villa secures Namboole to host continetnal match against Ethiopia's CBE. independent.co.ug Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPEDENT | Uganda Premier League reigning champions SC Villa has secured Mandela National Stadium, Namboole to host their 1st preliminary round of the TotalEnegries CAF Champions League. SC Villa reached an agreement with the UPDF Engineering Brigade, the contractors responsible for Mandela National Stadium (Namboole), to host the match against Commercial Bank …

Robert Inlakesh (2024-08-15). Israel's Horrifying Mass Rape And Torture Campaign Against Palestinians. thelastamericanvagabond.com While the fate of around 100 remaining Israelis, taken captive by Hamas on October 7, have dominated the discourse in Western politics and mainstream media, some 21,000 Palestinian captives held by Israel have been completely ignored. Despite there being no evidence for the wild claims of mass rape campaigns and torture of Israelis, there are

Internationalist 360 ∞ (2024-08-15). CNN's Fraudulent Analysis of Fraud in the Venezuelan Presidential Election. libya360.wordpress.com Allan Miller and Roger D. Harris In the quarter century of the Bolivarian Revolution in Venezuela, initiated by the election of Hugo Chávez and continued by his successor Nicolás Maduro, 31 national elections have been held. Invariably, the US-backed opposition claimed fraud in all but the two contests that they won. Equally unvaryingly has been…

Internationalist 360 ∞ (2024-08-15). Venezuela Today: Revolution and Elections. libya360.wordpress.com Chris Gilbert Celebrating Maduro's victory. (Rome Arrieche) In light of recent imperialist aggressions, Chris Gilbert reflects on the challenges and complexities of using elections as a tool for socialist construction. Hugo Chávez changed the way socialists viewed elections around the world. The left had long been skeptical about them. The main arguments were that elections…

WSWS (2024-08-15). German government supports Tabeen massacre and Kursk invasion. wsws.org For Germany's ruling class, which has committed the worst crimes in human history, genocide and world war are once again part of political normality.

presstv.ir (2024-08-15). Saudi crown prince fears 'assassination' for pursuing normalization with Israel: US magazine. presstv.ir Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman reportedly fears facing "assassination" for pursuing normalization of the kingdom's relations with the Israeli regime.

hindustantimes (2024-08-15). Iran Rival Saudi Arabia Ruler Salman Fears Assassination: Watch Why | Israel | Haniyeh | Gaza | MBS. hindustantimes.com Saudi Arabia's de facto ruler Mohammed Bin Salman is reportedly worried about his own assassination. According to Politico's report, the Saudi Crown Prince expressed fears to the US. MBS mentioned to members of the US Congress that his life is in danger and he fears murder due to a plan with the US to normalise ties with Israel, as per Politico report. However, Salman told the US that any normalisation deal with Israel must include a "true path to a Palestinian state." BS…

presstv.ir (2024-08-15). Somalis hold protests, call for accountability after deadly hotel attack. presstv.ir Hundreds of Somalis staged on Monday a peaceful demonstration.

Noor Fatima (2024-08-15). Kashmiris observe Black Day across world. gnnhd.tv Hurriyat leader Yasin Malik's wife Mashal Malik said world should ask India on what basis it is celebrating independence…

newarab (2024-08-15). Morocco surf town demolitions spark debate on inclusive tourism. newarab.com Omar, a 26-year-old freelance surf instructor from a nearby fishing community, reflects on the suddenness of the demolitions: "We knew i…

UMMID (2024-08-15). 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.

newarab (2024-08-15). South Sudan 'not ready' to hold 1st post-independence elections. newarab.com Nicolas Haysom told the UN Security Council that the consultations make it difficult to treat the election date of December…

newarab (2024-08-15). US wants tangible results at Sudan truce talks amid army no-show. newarab.com

aljazeera (2024-08-15). A candidate cull ahead of Tunisia's presidential election. aljazeera.com Most prospective candidates saw their names ruled out, with many finding themselves in prison.

Bilge Kotan (2024-08-15). Tunisia: Rapper K2Rhym jailed in absentia and banned from standing for presidency for life. middleeasteye.net Tunisia: Rapper K2Rhym jailed in absentia and banned from standing for presidency for life | Accusations mount that electoral commission has excluded serious rivals of President Saied to ensure his re-election | | Karim Gharbi, aka K2Rhym, announced his candidacy in the 6 October presidentia…

The Independent (2024-08-15). Gen Muhoozi announces 1 year extension for expiring ID cards. independent.co.ug Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | With about 15.8 million Ugandan National IDs set to expire between August 2024 to December 2025, Government has decided to extend the validity of all these cards by one year. Gen David Muhoozi, Minister of State for Internal Affairs told Parliament's Committee of Defense today that the body responsible for registrations and …

The Independent (2024-08-15). MTN Uganda's unveils second phase of MTN Changemakers. independent.co.ug The company plans to invest Shs 500 million in 25 projects countrywide Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | MTN Uganda, through the MTN Foundation has launched the second phase of the MTN Changemakers Initiative, a transformative program designed to drive positive social change across Uganda. This new phase will see an investment ofShs 500 million, dedicated …

The Independent (2024-08-15). Kwoyelo's victims welcome conviction. independent.co.ug GULU, UGANDA | THE INDEPENDENT | Victims of atrocities committed by former Lord's Resistance Army rebel commander Thomas Kwoyelo have welcomed his conviction by the International Crimes Division of the High Court (ICD) calling it a major milestone for justice. Kwoyelo was convicted on Tuesday by the court of 44 out of 78 charges of war …

The Independent (2024-08-15). FINCA unveils Janet Mudoola as brand Ambassador to drive sustainable growth. independent.co.ug Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | FINCA Uganda, a microfinance pioneer in Uganda has unveiled Janet Mudoola as its brand ambassador in a bid to further spread its financial and non-financial services to its clients. Mudoola was among the first customers served in the eastern district of Iganga by FINCA Uganda in 1992. She has signed …

The Independent (2024-08-15). UNEB criticizes govt over inadequate education funding. independent.co.ug Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Uganda National Examinations Board (UNEB) have criticized the government for its inadequate funding of crucial educational research, which is essential for assessing student progress and improving educational outcomes. Led by Dr Tonny Muzaale, Director of Research & Development, the officers at the examinations body highlighted that, for years, the government has …

The Independent (2024-08-15). Advertising body unveils 3rd edition of the annual industry Silverback Awards. independent.co.ug Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Uganda Advertising Association (UAA) in partnership with Loeries and the Uganda Marketers Society (UMS) has officially unveiled the 3rd edition of the Silverback Awards 2024 to be held on November 23, 2024, in Kampala. Under the theme "Innovative Sustainable Marketing: Harnessing Ethics, Impact, and Profitability in the Digital Age" the …

The Independent (2024-08-15). KITEEZI TRAGEDY: 120 taking temporary shelter, death toll rises to 30. independent.co.ug KAMPALA, UGANDA | THE INDEPENDENT | An investigation by the Uganda Police Force, KCCA, and the Office of the Prime Minister has says that thirty-three households were affected by the collapse of the Kiteezi landfill. According to the findings, only 120 people were registered in the temporary shelter at Kiteezi Church of Uganda Primary School playground …

The Independent (2024-08-15). KITEEZI TRAGEDY: Methane explosion might have started garbage landslide. independent.co.ug Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | An explosion of dangerous methane gas could have triggered the Kiteezi landfill disaster. Some of the survivors of the incident reportedly heard some explosions from the direction of the buried houses before the collapse of the landfills. On Tuesday, Kyadondo East MP, Haroon Muwada Nkunyingi in Parliament, advanced the possibility …

The Independent (2024-08-15). NFA reports 700 illegal land titles in forest reserves. independent.co.ug Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The National Forestry Authority-NFA has revealed that there are 703 illegal land titles in different forest reserves. According to Stuart Maniraguha, the Acting Executive Director of NFA, the discoveries were made between last month and the beginning of August during the process to ascertain the extent of forest degradation. "Recently, …

The Independent (2024-08-15). Ministry admits TVET curriculum doesn't cater for special needs students. independent.co.ug KAMPALA, UGANDA | THE INDEPENDENT | The Ministry of Education and Sports has admitted that the existing Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) curriculum doesn't cater for students with special educational needs (SNE). This revelation comes in response to increasing concerns from educators, parents, and advocacy groups about the lack of inclusivity and relevance in …

The Independent (2024-08-15). Kyambogo lecturer used drug to defile visually impaired girl. independent.co.ug Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Dismissed Kyambogo University Lecturer Dr. Eron Lawrence administered date-rape drugs before defiling a visually impaired underage girl prosecutors told the Nakawa Chief Magistrates Court. Dr Eron was appearing before the court where he is being tried on charges of aggravated defilement The Prosecution led by State Attorney Eunice Mbaine tendered …

Hugo GABBERO (2024-08-15). Zimbabwe: Arbitrary detention and alleged torture of Namatai Kwekweza, Robson Chere and Samuel Gwenzi. fidh.org

tvbrics (2024-08-15). Zimbabwe takes over the leadership of the SADC Council of Ministers. tvbrics.com The country is ready to continue working to advance regional integration and the development of SADC…

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2024-08-14: News Headlines

Adam Hanieh (2024-08-14). Laundering Carbon—The Gulf's 'New Scramble for Africa'. cadtm.org

Daniel Falcone (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

Brianna Sharpe (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…

tvbrics (2024-08-14). South Africa incentivises renewable energy development with tax benefits. tvbrics.com The changes will come into effect on January 1, 2024…

GABIK (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…

nosihle (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…

NEOB (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…

The Independent (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 …

Maxime Duriez (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 (…) | – | /…

Staff (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 …

Reuters (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.

The Independent (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 …

NEOB (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…

EDWIN (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…

The Independent (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 …

NEOB (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…

Gabisile (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…

DikelediM (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. | "

EDWIN (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 | GABIK (2024-08-14). Men called to take decisive stand against GBVF. sanews.gov.za Men called to take decisive stand against GBVF | Deputy Minister in the Presidency responsible for Women, Youth and Persons with Disabilities, Steve Letsike, has called on men from all walks of life to join President Cyril Ramaphosa in signing the pledge to take a decisive stand against gender-based violence and femicide (GBVF). | This comes after President Ramaphosa launched the call to action by signing the pledge alongside men from all sectors of society in Pofadder, Northern Cape, during the 2024 Women's Day celebration on 9 August. | The pledge commits men to be allies and part of the solution by maintaining…

Maxime Duriez (2024-08-14). Tunisia: The former chairwoman of the Truth and Dignity Commission arrested. fidh.org

teleSUR, ahf, YSM (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.

newarab (2024-08-14). Egypt abortion ban pushes women to unsafe black market practices. newarab.com

newarab (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…

tvbrics (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…

UMMID (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.

Steven Ganot (2024-08-14). Egyptian Archaeologists Discover Artifacts From Final Dynasty in Nile Delta Tombs. themedialine.org

MEE staff (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…

Human Rights Watch (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…

Staff (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…

Román Cuesta (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…

Raúl Rodríguez (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.

Monica Mbabazi (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 …

Elsy Fors Garzon (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.

Elsy Fors Garzon (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.

tvbrics (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…

Web Desk (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.

The Independent (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 …

Internationalist 360 ∞ (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…

presstv.ir (2024-08-14). Somalis hold protests, call for accountability after deadly hotel attack. presstv.ir Hundreds of Somalis staged on Monday a peaceful demonstration.

UMMID (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.

Luis Linares Petrov (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). South Sudan police detain journalist Sisto Germano Ohide without charge. theradiocommunity.org

Staff (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…

newarab (2024-08-14). Sudan ceasefire talks set to start despite army no-show. newarab.com

Steven Ganot (2024-08-14). Sudan Faces Crisis as Floods and Conflict Devastate Communities. themedialine.org

newarab (2024-08-14). In Kais Saied's Tunisia, an election with few opponents. newarab.com

newarab (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…

newarab (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…

The Independent (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 …

Our Reporter (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 …

The Independent (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 …

The Independent (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 …

The Independent (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 …

The Independent (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 …

The Independent (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 …

The Independent (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 …

The Independent (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 …

The Independent (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 …

The Independent (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 …

The Independent (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 …

The Independent (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 …

The Independent (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. …

The Independent (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 …

Hugo GABBERO (2024-08-14). Zimbabwe: Arbitrary detention and alleged torture of Namatai Kwekweza, Robson Chere and Samuel Gwenzi. fidh.org

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