(2024-05-10). US Senators Play Schoolyard Bully Against International Criminal Court. popularresistance.org Despite the fact that the United States is not a member nation of the International Criminal Court (ICC), that organization has been under its sway from its inception. The ICC has only prosecuted Africans and a few Serbians who were accused of war crimes during the NATO-engineered breakup of the former Yugoslavia. The ICC has never issued an arrest warrant for Israel's many documented war crimes. | After Israeli officials publicly expressed concern that the ICC might issue arrest warrants for Benjamin Netanyahu and other high-ranking Israeli officials, U.S. pressure began in earnest. Recently a letter to the ICC…
(2024-05-10). Report: Israeli army tanks surround east Rafah, forces capture city's main road. haaretz.com Netanyahu: We hope to overcome disagreements with Biden, but we will protect our country ‚ñ Israel-Hamas cease-fire talks in Cairo end without deal, CIA chief leaves Egyptian capital ‚ñ Three Israeli soldiers wounded in explosion near Rafah ‚ñ White House: U.S. not abandoning Israel, 'smashing into Rafah' won't help defeat Hamas ‚ñ Netanyahu admits Israeli government failed on Oct. 7: 'People weren't protected'…
(2024-05-10). SJSU Sit-In in Solidarity with Palestine. indybay.org Students at San Jose State University are organizing a sit-in in solidarity with Palestine beginning today, May 9 from 10am to 8pm on Clark Lawn. SJSU For Gaza, an autonomous and anonymous group of students not affiliated with any clubs, announced the sit-in on social media and has released a set of demands of the university. Students also announced that Imam Amir Abdul-Malik Ali is scheduled to speak at 6: 30 PM during day one of the sit-in.
(2024-05-10). Cuban president meets Algerian authorities. plenglish.com Havana, May 10 (Prensa Latina) President Miguel Diaz-Canel met in Algeria with Brahim Bougali, President of the National People's Assembly, during a technical stopover on his return trip from Moscow, where he was on a working visit.
(2024-05-10). The BRICS — Is another world possible? pressenza.com The BRICS is the name given to the group of five countries that began to form this group and to work consensually in areas such as trade, investment, technology, and finance, to promote their common interests on the world stage, seeking to counter the hegemony of other international institutions such as the G7 or the World Bank. The group was formally established in 2006 when the leaders of the member countries met in New Delhi, India. In 2010, South Africa joined the group to form what is now known as BRICS (Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa). | By Felix Madariaga | The BRICS are seen by many as an…
(2024-05-10). Luchador Grégorich no estará en París 2024. radiohc.cu La Habana, 10 may (JIT).- El luchador cubano del estilo greco Daniel Grégorich (87 kg) no estará en los Juegos Olímpicos de París 2024.
(2024-05-10). South Africa works to protect surface and groundwater. tvbrics.com 
Specialists strive to preserve the ecosystem, public health, and sustainable water resources…
(2024-05-10). Biden's Gaza War Policy 'Has Failed': Why a US Diplomat Quit the State Dept. passblue.com 
Welcome to a special episode of PassBlue podcast series UNSCripted. I'm Jessica Le Masurier, and I'm joined by Hala Rharrit, the Arabic language spokesperson for the Mideast-North Africa region for the United States State Department who recently resigned in protest over US policy on the war in Gaza. (The text part of the interview, below, …
(2024-05-10). African champion Patel upbeat ahead of Pearl of Africa Uganda Rally. independent.co.ug 
KAMPALA, UGANDA | Xinhua | The reigning Africa Rally champion Karan Patel has warned that he is in Uganda to start the new season in style with a win. Patel from Kenya is among the foreign drivers who will take part in the 2024 Pearl of Africa Uganda Rally from May 10 to 12 in …
(2024-05-10). No lack of investor confidence in SA – Minister Ntshavheni. sanews.gov.za No lack of investor confidence in SA – Minister Ntshavheni | Minister in the Presidency, Khumbudzo Ntshaveni, has reiterated government's stance that "there are no investors leaving" the country in droves. | This as some media reports stated earlier this month that Shell is leaving South Africa after operating in the country for over 100 years. | The Minister was speaking on the sidelines of the Presidential District Development Model (DDM) Imbizo held at Kuruman in the Northern Cape on Thursday. | "There are no investors that are leaving the country in droves. You are dealing with commercial transactions which c…
(2024-05-10). Part of Gauteng's Winnie Mandela drive reopened. sanews.gov.za Part of Gauteng's Winnie Mandela drive reopened | Gauteng MEC for Transport and Logistics, Kedibone Diale-Tlabela, has officially reopened the southbound section of the road connecting the N1 and N14 highways as the comprehensive upgrade of the entire seven kilometre Winnie Mandela Drive nears completion. | The reopening of the ongoing reconstruction project of Winnie Mandela Drive (K46) in Diepsloot, located in the Fourways area, north of Johannesburg is expected to alleviate congestion in the area. | On Thursday, the MEC highlighted the road's crucial role in linking Gauteng, underscoring its social significanc…
(2024-05-10). CENSUS: Kwar Adhola 98, among first to share bio-data. independent.co.ug 
Tororo, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Uganda's 2024 National Housing and Population Census got off to a smooth start Friday, with 98-year-old Kwar Adhola Moses Stephen Owor taking part in the enumeration excercise. According to Uganda Bureau of Statistics-UBOS, the King of the Jopadhola has participated in every census held in the country since Independence. "We are grateful …
(2024-05-10). Chad junta chief Mahamat Idriss Deby declared winner of disputed presidential election. scmp.com The state election body said Idriss had won outright with over 61 per cent of the vote, but main challenger Succes Masra also declared victory…
(2024-05-10). Industrialists demand for own bank. independent.co.ug 
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Uganda's industrialists, supported by financial institutions, have decided to lead efforts towards the establishment of an industrial bank. The proposed Uganda National Industrial Bank would serve to reduce the cost of Finance that the private sector persistently fronts as the major challenge to its growth. This is one of …
(2024-05-10). World Vision, Absa Bank commission water and sanitation facilities to boost menstrual hygiene in Karamoja. independent.co.ug 
Abim, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | World Vision Uganda in partnership with ABSA Bank Uganda have commissioned facilities to improve water and sanitation for the girl-child in Abim district, Karamoja. This is an intervention intended to promote the continued inclusion of girls in education across Karamoja sub-region. According to officials, the handover of a fully functional borehole …
(2024-05-10). Luwero Hospital: Two medical students lose internship over extortion. independent.co.ug 
Luwero, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Luwero hospital has terminated the internship of two medical students and a health worker is under investigation over alleged extortion. On Wednesday, Luwero hospital administration invited local leaders and residents to assess client satisfaction, get feedback on health services and areas of improvement. The engagement was held at Luwero Sub …
(2024-05-10). Syria/Dabbagh case : First trial in France of the crimes of the Syrian authorities. fidh.org
(2024-05-10). Parliamentary rebuilding project to get underway. sanews.gov.za Parliamentary rebuilding project to get underway | After a fire in 2022 destroyed the historic building, Parliament's officials have handed over the site to demolition contractors to begin the rebuilding project. | "Today, it is both a great pleasure and a privilege to announce a significant milestone in our journey towards renewal," Secretary to Parliament, Xolile George, said on Thursday. | He told the media that the building project is expected to be completed within two years. | "The initial phase of the rebuild project will involve the demolition of structurally unsafe sections of the building, which have b…
(2024-05-10). W Cape Education urges parents to apply for Grades 1 and 8 before closing date. sanews.gov.za W Cape Education urges parents to apply for Grades 1 and 8 before closing date | The Western Cape Department of Education has urged parents to apply for Grades 1 and 8 in 2025 before the online window for late applications closes on 12 May 2024. | Since the on-time admissions window for parents applying for a place for their child in Grade 1 or 8 in 2025 closed on 12 April, the provincial department said it received late applications for an additional 11 464 learners. | This brings to 114 144 the total number of learners whose parents have submitted applications for Grades 1 and 8 in 2025. | "We thank the parents…
(2024-05-10). President mourns passing of retired ConCourt Justice Yvonne Mokgoro. sanews.gov.za President mourns passing of retired ConCourt Justice Yvonne Mokgoro | President Cyril Ramaphosa has expressed sadness at the passing of retired Constitutional Court Justice Yvonne Mokgoro, who was also an esteemed member of the Order of the Baobab. | Mokgoro, 73, passed away on Thursday, 9 May 2024, following an extended illness after a car accident. | "On behalf of government, President Ramaphosa offers his deep condolences to Prof Job Mokgoro and the late Justice's immediate and extended family, as well as her many associates in the legal fraternity in South Africa and abroad," a statement from the Presidency r…
(2024-05-10). Archbishop Ssemogerere issues directives on fundraising, to talk on Artificial Inteligence. independent.co.ug 
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The Archbishop of Kampala Paul Ssemogerere, has issued a directive detailing fresh procedures for individuals, parishes, institutions, societies, and associations within the Archdiocese who seek to utilize its name in fundraising efforts from donors and agencies. The issuance of the new directive aims to combat unauthorized fundraising activities and …
(2024-05-10). URA, Manufacturers to assess Digital Tax Stamp to eliminate loopholes. independent.co.ug 
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The Uganda Revenue Authority (URA) and manufacturers are set to rethink the implementation of the Digital Tax Stamp (DTS) strategy to eliminate loopholes. Introduced in 2019, the stamps are a component of the broader tax administration measure of Digital Tax Solutions, a track and trace platform that shares production …
(2024-05-10). Gauteng legislature committee approves safety plans for elections. sanews.gov.za Gauteng legislature committee approves safety plans for elections | The Gauteng Portfolio Committee on Community Safety has expressed confidence in the ability of the province's law enforcement agencies to effectively manage any threats to the election process. | The committee has approved the safety and security plans designed to ensure a safe and secure environment during the The plans were presented by the provincial Department of Community Safety and the Provincial Pol…
(2024-05-10). Warning against Employment Equity misrepresentation. sanews.gov.za Warning against Employment Equity misrepresentation | The Department of Employment and Labour has warned employers against misrepresenting their Employment Equity (EE) status. | The department's Statutory and Advocacy Services Chief Director, Advocate Fikiswa Bede, said a number of employers risk being taken to courts over misrepresentation on their employment equity status. | Bede said, in addition to imposing fines, the department will also be taking a number of employers to court and lay criminal charges. | "The Employment Equity Act allows us to go to court. I hope no one wants to have a criminal record. We…
(2024-05-10). Sudáfrica y Cuba arriban a 30 años de relaciones diplomáticas. radiohc.cu La Habana, 10 may (RHC) Este 11 de mayo Sudáfrica y Cuba arriban a 30 años de relaciones diplomáticas, aunque los contactos entre ambos pueblos se remontan a principios de la década de los 60 del siglo pasado.
(2024-05-10). Somalia calls for end to UN political mission in the country. newarab.com 
UNSOM was established in 2013 by the UN Security Council to support Somali authorities in the transition to democracy and the rule of law after
(2024-05-10). CAF Confederation Cup final set for Morocco amid drama. newarab.com 
Moroccan club Algerian side They also want…
(2024-05-10). Sudan's RSF has carried out ethnic cleansing in Darfur: HRW. newarab.com 
A leading rights group said on Thursday that attacks by Sudanese paramilitary forces and their allied militias, which killed thousands in the western region of The paramilitary
(2024-05-10). Houthi: Yemen to target Israel-linked ships regardless of destination. presstv.ir Yemen's Ansarullah leader Abdul Malik al-Houthi says the country's forces will target ships of any company related to supplying or transporting goods to Israel regardless of their destination.
PORT SUDAN | Xinhua | Chairman of Sudan's Transitional Sovereign Council Abdel Fattah Al-Burhan on Wednesday said there would be no negotiations or ceasefire until the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF) is defeated. Al-Burhan, also the general commander of the Sudanese Armed Forces (SAF), made the remarks when addressing an army force in the River …
Tens of thousands of displaced Palestinians are fleeing Rafah as Israeli airstrikes and shelling hammer the eastern part of the city. Fuel, food, medicine and other supplies have been cut off following Israel's seizure and closure of the border crossing with Egypt. The main hospital in the area has also been shut down. Over 1.4 million people are seeking shelter in Rafah, the southernmost city of the Gaza Strip. Tent camps in some parts of Rafah have now vanished, springing up again as displaced families head back north. Over 60 Palestinians were killed across Gaza, many of them in Rafah, over the past 24 h…
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Stanbic Bank Uganda is the platinum sponsor of the popular Vumbula Uganda Festival, a 3-day extravaganza that showcases Uganda's rich tourism attractions, art, heritage, music, and culture. This year's edition takes place between May 31st and June 3rd at the spacious Nile Nest resort in Jinja. Israel Arinaitwe, the Stanbic …
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Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Uganda's 2024 National Housing and Population Census kicks off in a few hours time, and starting midnight, roadblocks will be staged on highways where individuals in transit will be counted. They will categorized as the 'floating population'. Chris Mukiza, the Uganda Bureau of Statistics-UBOS Executive Director said that with the support …
Gulu, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The judges at the International Crimes Division of the High Court have fixed July 12 this year for delivering a verdict on former Lord's Resistance Army Commander Thomas Kwoyelo alias Latoni. The decision follows the closer of defence hearing of the former rebel commander on Wednesday before the ICD four …
Moroto, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The Royal Danish Embassy in Uganda together with Ireland, the Netherlands, and Sweden have launched a partnership with civil societies in the Karamoja sub-region. The partnership was launched on Tuesday in Moroto district, focusing on promoting accountability, civic engagement, and Human Rights. Partners who will benefit from the program include …
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The State Minister for Trade, Industry and Cooperatives in charge of Industry, David Bahati has teamed up with the Uganda Manufacturers Association to demand for lower cost of credit by the commercial and development banks so as to meet the intended needs of the businesses. Bahati says Uganda has the …
Humanitarian aid covers less than 5 percent of the country's needs.Originally published on For the In…
At least 10 Kenya-based startups, including Notify Logistics, WeFarm and Kune, have shut down since 2021 because of worsening macroeconomic conditions ANALYSIS | ADONIJAH NDEGE | iProcure, the Kenyan agritech startup backed by Safaricom's Spark Fund, is now under administration after failing to settle undisclosed debts. KPMG's advisory arm has been appointed the administrator and tasked …
Luwero, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Police in Luwero district have arrested an enumerator over the theft of a tablet ahead of a census exercise on Thursday. Uganda Bureau of Statistics has deployed 1532 enumerators and 192 supervisors in Luwero district for the National Population Census scheduled to start on Thursday, May 10, 2024. Each enumerator …
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Absa Bank Uganda has announced a sh152 million sponsorship package for the 2024 edition of the Captain's Bell Tournament that is scheduled for 18 May 2024 at the Uganda Golf Club, Kitante. This the annual tournament where the new Captain hosts the club members and introduces the new management …
Multinationals are opening a new battle front to shape the development, use, and governance of artificial intelligence in Africa, as African countries rush to create their own AI policies. SPECIAL REPORT | BIRD AGENCY | Global technology giants including Microsoft, IBM, Huawei, Nvidia, and Google are lining up to tap into a multi-billion dollar opportunity …
Displaced More than 1.4 million people had crammed into Rafah, a city on the Gaza Strip's southern border with Egypt, as Israeli forces pushed their way southward from the coastal territory's north dur…
Israel bombarded Rafah on Wednesday as the military said ground troops conducted "targeted raids" in the southern Gaza city's east, with negotiations to halt the seven-month war underway in Cairo. | Israel has defied international objections and sent tanks into Rafah, which is crowded with Palestinian civilians sheltering near the Egyptian border, seizing early on Tuesday a crossing that is the main conduit for aid into the besieged territory. | The White House condemned the interruption to humanitarian deliveries, with US Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin later confirming reports that Washington had paused a shi…
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According to Haaretz, negotiations are ongoing with the unnamed company, which employs former elite US soldiers and specializes in securing strategic sites in Africa and the Middle East. | Israel and the US will help the firm if needed, the report added. | However, US officials have refused to confirm this. | US National Security Cou…
A video showing a violent attack on a Palestinian boy fleeing the Israeli war on Gaza by Egyptian soldiers has triggered outrage across Egypt. | In the video in question, several Egyptian army soldiers are seen beating up a teenage boy believed to have attempted to illegally cross into Egypt. | One Egyptian soldier told his colleagues as he attacked the boy: "Let me teach the kid a lesson." The dialect of the soldier in the video seemed to be Egyptian Arabic; but the timing or the exact location of the incident remains unclear. Neither is the identity or the nationality of the boy. | üö®&…
Hospitals in the southern Gaza Strip have only three days of fuel left due to closed border crossings, the head of the World Health Organization said Wednesday. | Despite international objections, Israel sent tanks into the overcrowded southern city of Rafah on Tuesday and seized the nearby crossing into Egypt that is the main conduit for aid into the besieged Palestinian territory. | WHO director-general Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus said fuel that the UN health agency had expected to be allowed in on Wednesday had been blocked. | The Israeli authorities control the flow of humanitarian aid into Gaza. | "The clo…