(2024-07-08). Who will stop Israel's illegal annexations of Palestinian land ? fidh.org The International Federation for Human Rights (FIDH) condemns Israel's plans to annex and expand illegal settlements in the West Bank, actions that constitute war crimes under the Fourth Geneva Convention. Third countries must uphold international law for the Palestinian people, or it will eventually cease to exist. FIDH call on all states to deploy all the necessary efforts in order to end Israel's settler-colonialism and apartheid, and work towards the realisation of the Palestinian (…) | – | /…
(2024-07-08). BRICS Expansion Offers Opportunity to Boost African Trade, Say Experts. infobrics.org Africa could benefit from the expansion of the BRICS to include Egypt, Ethiopia, Iran, Saudi Arabia, and the United Arab Emirates, experts told a roundtable in Nairobi…
(2024-07-08). Eritrean killed in brawl in south Tel Aviv, the seventh killed since riots last September. haaretz.com More than 150 people have been injured in politically motivated clashes between supporters and opponents of the Eritrean regime. This comes as a Jerusalem judge ruled last month that desertion from the Eritrean Army could be grounds for obtaining asylum in Israel…
(2024-07-08). Houthi: US surprised by Yemen's naval tactics, failed to stop Red Sea operations. presstv.ir Abdul-Malik al-Houthi says the Yemeni armed forces' naval tactics in the Red Sea have "surprised" the US, adding that Washington's advanced military technology has failed to stop Yemen's retaliatory operations.
(2024-07-08). Netanyahu is playing for time in Israel-Hamas negotiations, betting on the hostages' fate. haaretz.com U.S. pressure on Egypt and Qatar is pushing for a breakthrough with Hamas. However, Netanyahu has adopted his usual tough stance just before the delegation's trip to Cairo. Biden's health might divert attention from the Middle East…
(2024-07-08). Israeli protesters block highways, demand ceasefire. newarab.com 
Marking nine months since the war in Gaza started, Israeli protesters blocked highways across the country Sunday, calling on The demonstrations come as international mediators have renewed efforts to broker a deal, with Hamas over the weekend appearing to have dropped a key demand for an Israeli commitment to end the war, according to Egyptian and Hamas officials who spoke to news agency T…
(2024-07-08). New education minister's 'fake PhD' scandal rocks Egypt. newarab.com 
(2024-07-08). Hundreds gather for memorial concert after deadly Kenya protests. newarab.com 
Hundreds of The initially peaceful rallies mostly led by Gen-Z spiralled into violence that left 39 people dead, rights groups have said, and saw President William Ruto reject the bill containing the hikes and promise spending cuts. | On Sunday people streamed into Nairobi's central Uhuru P…
(2024-07-08). Stranded aid trucks in Egypt deepen Gaza's humanitarian crisis. newarab.com 
About 50 kilometres from the Gaza border, trucks carrying flour, water and other aid line a dusty road in both directions. The drivers say they have been waiting for…
(2024-07-08). Thousands in pro-Palestinian protest in Morocco's Tangier. newarab.com 
Thousands of "Gaza is not alone," chanted the protesters during the event which saw the grouping of leftist parties and Islamist movements. | The protesters took to the streets of the coastal city…
(2024-07-08). France's African diaspora celebrates leftwing victory. newarab.com 
In Paris, they took to the streets to protest an anticipated far-right win but ended up celebrating an unexpected "We will not go back where we came from. Bardella did not win. Vive la France!" celebrated Tresor Tchaipo, an Ivorian-French Tik…
(2024-07-08). Heartfelt moments marked Xi's Central Asia visit. ecns.cn Amid rounds of applauses and standing ovations from the audience, President Xi Jinping conferred China's Friendship Medal on Tajik President Emomali Rahmon in a grand ceremony in Dushanbe, Tajikistan.
(2024-07-08). Juneteenth to Freedom Summer. The 60th Anniversary of the African-American Civil Rights Movement During 1964. globalresearch.ca
(2024-07-08). South Africa: The 6th Commonwealth Conference. icrc.org Building a culture of IHL compliance in Commonwealth Nations and commemorating the 75th anniversary of the Geneva Conventions…
(2024-07-08). African entity and EU addressed crisis in Sudan and regional security. plenglish.com Djibouti, July 8 (Prensa Latina) The executive secretary of the Intergovernmental Authority for Development, Workneh Gebeyehu, spoke today with the High Representative of the European Union (EU) for Foreign Policy, Josep Borrell, about the conflict in Sudan and security regional.
(2024-07-08). Unusual flora-fauna alliance comes to the defense of Kenyan mangroves. plenglish.com Mombasa, Kenya, Jul 8 (Prensa Latina) Mangroves have friends, the diverse fauna and flora that live in their roots and branches, and powerful enemies, human beings and their needs that threaten their existence.
(2024-07-08). Cuban president receives credentials of new ambassadors. plenglish.com Accompanied by Foreign Minister Bruno Rodriguez, the head of State welcomed the diplomats at the Palace of the Revolution, the Presidency of the Republic reported on X. | As part of the event, the ambassador of the Arab Republic of Egypt, Sherif Reda Ahmed Shehata; of the Republic of India, Thongkhomang Armstrong Changsan; and of the People's Republic of China, Hua Xin, presented their credentials. | The president expressed his gratitude for the historic support to Cuba by these nations, which he described as sisters. | Díaz-Canel affirmed that the ambassadors will be able to count on all the help of the Governme…
(2024-07-08). Nigerian president re-elected as ECOWAS chairperson. plenglish.com Tinubu was re-elected during the 65th Ordinary Session of the ECOWAS Authority of Heads of State and Government held this weekend in this capital. He has held this position since July 2023. | The Nigerian news agency announced that Tinubu appointed Senegalese President Bassirou Diomaye Faye, and his Togolese counterpart, Faure Gnassingbe, as special envoys to Burkina Faso, Mali, and Niger Republic. The three countries formed the Confederation of the Alliance of Sahel States on Saturday. | Political observers stressed this Monday that the Senegalese president favors having a dialogue with these three nations to r…
(2024-07-08). Several dead and injured as Kenya protesters attack parliament. presstv.ir Five people were shot dead and dozens wounded in Kenya in mounting anti-tax hike protests, NGOs said.
(2024-07-08). Ethiopia finishes building the Arat Kilo-Kebena-Kenya Embassy corridor in Addis Ababa. tvbrics.com 
The project intends to develop the capital city's more than 240 km of roadways and associated infrastructure…
(2024-07-08). IMF is failing countries like Kenya. independent.co.ug 
Why and what can be done about it to reverse the trend going forward ANALYSIS | DANNY BRADLOW | The recent Kenyan protests are a warning that the International Monetary Fund (IMF) is failing. The public does not think it is helping its member countries manage their economic and financial problems, which are being exacerbated by a …
(2024-07-08). Nakaseke Police Arrest Five Suspects for Vandalism of Electricity Infrastructure. plusnews.ug 
Police in Nakaseke District have arrested five individuals in connection with the vandalism and malicious damage to power wires and poles. The vandalism, which led to a blackout, occurred on Thursday, July 4, 2024, along Bulyana Road in Kikandwa Parish, Semuto Town Council. The suspects hail from beyond Nakaseke District, including Wakiso District and …
(2024-07-08). Boeing to plead guilty to fraud in US probe of fatal 737 Max crashes. scmp.com Plea deal relates to two 737 Max crashes in Indonesia and Ethiopia over a five-month period in 2018 and 2019 that killed 346 people.
(2024-07-08). Shortage of rabies vaccines hits Eastern Uganda. independent.co.ug 
Tororo, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | A severe shortage of rabies vaccines has hit government health facilities in Eastern Uganda amidst a surge in the number of people bitten by suspected rabid animals. A survey conducted in Tororo, Busia, and Namayingo districts revealed significant shortages of rabies vaccines, leaving many victims stranded at home or …
(2024-07-08). Fishermen Demand Immediate Demarcation of Lake Albert Boundaries. plusnews.ug 
Fishermen in the Bunyoro region are calling on Uganda and the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) to establish clear strategies for demarcating the boundaries of Lake Albert. They argue that this demarcation is urgently needed to help fishermen from both countries understand the limits of their fishing territories. The lack of a clear boundary …
(2024-07-08). Al Hassan case: a welcomed conviction that falls short of justice for victims of gender-based crimes. fidh.org
(2024-07-08). President Ramaphosa receives congratulatory call from President of Egypt. sanews.gov.za President Ramaphosa receives congratulatory call from President of Egypt | President Cyril Ramaphosa received a call on Sunday evening from his Egypt counterpart, Abdel Fattah El-Sisi, who expressed his sincere congratulations on his new term of office. | Last month, President Ramaphosa was re-elected to serve for a second term at the first sitting of the National Assembly after the highly contested elections in May where he won 283 votes, against Economic Freedom Fighters leader Julius Malema who received 44. | "President El-Sisi shared with President Ramaphosa his expectation that South Africa and Egypt will co…
(2024-07-08). Nigerian president reelected ECOWAS chairman, reiterating call for regional forc. independent.co.ug 
ABUJA | Xinhua | Nigerian leader Bola Tinubu on Sunday called on West African leaders to work together to establish and sustain a regional standby force in the face of the growing security threats in the region. Speaking during the opening of the 65th ordinary session of the Authority of the Heads of State and …
(2024-07-08). Uganda's nuclear power journey. independent.co.ug 
International expert mission reviews exploration plan to domestic nuclear power ANALYSIS | AGENCIES | A team of international uranium power experts has concluded an inaugural review of a Uganda's uranium production cycle. Led by experts from the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), the mission assessed the country's capabilities to develop their uranium exploration programme and eventually …
(2024-07-08). Rayhan Thomas Shines in Morocco, Achieves Career-High Finish. devdiscourse.com India's Rayhan Thomas, playing only his second professional event, achieved a career milestone by finishing in the Top-10 at the USD 2 million International Series Morocco golf tournament.
(2024-07-08). Government Urges Media to Promote Positive Image of Uganda. plusnews.ug 
In a bid to boost Uganda's investment and tourism sector, government officials are calling on media professionals to highlight the country's positive attributes rather than focusing on negative sentiments. This appeal was made during a meeting hosted by Col. Edith Nakalema, head of the State House Investors Protection Unit (SHIPU), at the unit's offices in …
(2024-07-08). As Saudi Arabia rings in Islamic New Year 1446, Kaaba adorned with new Kiswah. ummid.com Muharram 2024 Moon Sighting Live Updates: The Supreme Court of Saudi Arabia and the Moon sighting committees in the United Arab Emirate (UAE), Kuwait, Jordan, Oman, Iraq, Qatar, Morocco, Iran and other Muslim states have appealed the local residents to sight the New Moon of the Holy month of Muharram al Haram today i.e. Friday 29th of Dhul Hijjah 1445 AH corresponding to July 05, 2024.
(2024-07-08). Indian players dominate Uganda Para-Badminton International 2024. independent.co.ug 
KAMPALA, Uganda | Xinhua | Indian players dominated the Uganda Para-Badminton International 2024 held here from July 2-7. India's Jatin Azad defeated Ibrahim Aliyev of Azerbaijan 21-14, 21-16 in the men's singles SU5 final, while Arati Janoba Patil of India won over her compatriot Latika Latika 21-16, 21-15 in the women's singles SU5 final. Nigeria's …
(2024-07-08). Court remands extradited terror suspect Fujo Boxer. independent.co.ug 
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDPENDENT | A 31-year-old man, extradited from Zambia to Uganda a month ago, has appeared before the Buganda Road Chief Magistrates Court on terrorism charges. Swalleh Abubaker, also known as Mupeta, Dog City, Fujo Boxer, and Tom Kivuruge, identified by prosecutors as a businessman, appeared before Chief Magistrate Ronald Kayizzi on …
(2024-07-08). Police probe fake gold transaction after Canadian loses Shs6 billion. independent.co.ug 
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The Police in Kampala are investigating a case in which a Canadian citizen Clifford Potter lost more than sh6 billion in a fake gold transaction. SSP Ayub Waisswa of the CID Kampala Metropolitan Police has written to a Kampala bank which hosts one of the two accounts of the …
(2024-07-08). Global neglect: Declining humanitarian funding leaves millions in peril. independent.co.ug 
Ignoring humanitarian need is worsening suffering, fueling instability, and prolonging conflicts ANALYSIS | RONALD MUSOKE | For millions of people in conflict-ridden countries, their world is collapsing as the international neglect of life-saving aid reaches alarming levels, humanitarian agencies have warned. "I have never before seen such a glaring gap between the need for life-saving aid …
(2024-07-08). Zimbabwe: SADC Should Respond to Intensified Crackdown on Opponents. hrw.org Click to expand Image | Opposition supporters protest outside a court, in Harare, Zimbabwe, Thursday, June 27, 2024. The protesters were angered by a magistrate's decision to deny bail to close to 80 activists arrested mid-June for allegedly meeting without official clearance. | © AP Photo/Aaron Ufumeli…
(2024-07-08). Tenants Protest Eviction Threats over Rent Arrears on Railways Estate. plusnews.ug 
Tenants occupying Uganda Railways Corporation (URC) housing units in Gulu are protesting a move by corporation officials to resume collection of rent without a formal tenancy agreement. This follows an operation to enforce the collection of rent arrears from sitting tenants on their estate located on Plot 22, Atwal Road in Upper Railways Quarter in …
(2024-07-08). President: 100 days of no load shedding no reason to relax. sanews.gov.za President: 100 days of no load shedding no reason to relax | Even though South Africa recently reached the longest period without load shedding since 2020, there is no reason to relax, says President Cyril Ramaphosa. | "Our electricity system remains vulnerable and we cannot yet rule out a possibility of further load shedding. | "Rather, this milestone provides encouragement for us to do more and to work faster to ensure a secure supply of electricity now and into the future," President Ramaphosa said in his weekly newsletter on Monday. | On Friday last week, South Africa marked 100 days since the country experi…
(2024-07-08). Uganda among top FDI destinations. independent.co.ug 
Favoured for its stable macro-economic policies, liberalised business environment, and strategic location as a logistics hub within the Great Lakes region SPECIAL REPORT | BIRD AGENCY | While the clean energy sector draws significant global foreign investment to Africa, particularly green hydrogen, solar, wind, and battery manufacturing, this is not Africa's only drawcard. Rapid economic growth …
(2024-07-08). UPDF involvement in private security services queried. independent.co.ug 
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Lawmakers have questioned the involvement of a Uganda People's Defence Forces (UPDF) owned company in private security services, saying it is likely to cause confusion amongst the public. Last year, the National Enterprise Corporation (NEC), the commercial arm of the UPDF ventured into private security, a move that has …
(2024-07-08). Sheikh gives new Luwero DPC tips to fight land grabbers. independent.co.ug 
Luwero, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) Brighton Ahimbisibwe, the incoming Luwero District Police Commander (DPC), has been warned about the traps set by affluent land grabbers who are suspected of using law enforcement officers to further their aims. Several official reports from Luwero District have highlighted ongoing land disputes involving …
(2024-07-08). Eleva a 22 el número de muertos por inundaciones en Sudáfrica. telesurtv.net Las graves inundaciones han afectado casas que han sido arrasadas por las aguas del temporal, así como carreteras anegadas y árboles arrancados de raíz.
(2024-07-08). Milaymis Marín Potrillé se corona campeona en el Gran Premio de Luchas de España. cubadebate.cu La luchadora cubana Milaymis Marín conquistó este sábado el título de los 76 kg en el Gran Premio de Luchas de España 2024, celebrado en el Polideportivo Fernando Martín de Madrid. De acuerdo con el profesor Julio Mendieta, la galardonada deportista obtuvo cuatro victorias consecutivas, dominando la categoría más pesada del estilo femenino.
ALBAWABA – Adidas has launched its latest "football Qamis" that works for both; prayers and playing football causing wide fuss on social media.Adidas has collaborated with Malian-origin designer Émile-Samory Fofana who created this new collection of "functional football Qamis".The functional football Qamis is a long white Thob, traditional Muslim clothes, marked with gold Adidas accents on the sides. Fofana's new collection with Adidas came from his dedication to blending "functionality with cultural and athletic significance".Adidas new functional football Qamis by Émile-Samory Fofana. (Instagram)According to me…
After NATO's catastrophic, illegal invasions of Yugoslavia, Libya and Afghanistan, on July 9th NATO plans to invade Washington DC. The good news is that it only plans to occupy Washington for three days. The British will not burn down the U.S. Capitol as they did in 1814, and the Germans are still meekly pretending that 
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Gulu, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Three people have been arrested in Gulu city after presenting fake academic documents to join the Uganda People's Defence Forces (UPDF). The trio was arrested Tuesday morning from Pece War Memorial Stadium in Pece-Laroo Division during a screening exercise for shortlisted applicants from Gulu City, Gulu, and Omoro Districts. Capt. …
Mukono, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The Police have arrested a man suspected of having hacked a 4-year-old boy to death at Takajjunge village, Mukono district. The suspect, identified as Dauda Jjumba, reportedly killed a child known as Adam Matovu and dumped his body in a pit latrine. A neighbour said the incident happened last …
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | City Lawyer Steven Kalali has sued the Exodus Cooperatives Savings and Credit Society Limited for subjecting police officers to mandatory and involuntary monthly salary deductions as contributions to the SACCO. In his suit where the Attorney General is listed as the first respondent, Kalali argued that since the year 2015, …
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The Commander in Chief Yoweri Museveni, has appointed Maj Gen Moses Rwakitarate, to head the committee establishing a museum for Uganda People's Defence Forces (UPDF). Maj Gen Rwakitarate replaces Maj Gen Henry Matsiko who has been the first head of the Implementation Committee for the Uganda National Military Museum. UPDF's …
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Tempers flared between backbench MPS and the Executive when Parliament reconvened on Tuesday to consider the Appropriations Bill 2024. The speaker of Parliament, Annet Anita Among recalled the legislators from recess to reconsider the Appropriations Bill 2024. While the Parliament had approved the Bill in mid-May, President Museveni refused to …
NAIROBI, Kenya | Xinhua | Violent protests erupted across Kenya on Tuesday, resulting in at least two deaths, as anti-government demonstrators continued their rallies for the third consecutive week. The unrest persisted despite President William Ruto's withdrawal of the proposed tax measures on June 26, which had initially sparked the protests. The protests on Tuesday …
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