(2024-02-11). Nigeria vs Ivory Coast predicted lineups – 2023 AFCON final. albawaba.com Hosts Ivory Coast are ready to take on Nigeria in the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations final on Sunday evening.Match date: Sunday, 11 February | Kick-off time: 20: 00 (GMT) | Venue: Alassane Ouattara StadiumNigeria vs Ivory Coast predicted lineups: Nigeria possible XlManager: Jose PeseiroStanley Nwabali; Ajayi, Troost-Ekong, Bassey; Osayi-Samuel, Onyeka, Iwobi, Aina; Simon, Lookman; Osimhen.Ivory Coast possible XlManager: Emerse FaeFofana; Aurier, Boly, Ndicka, Konan; Kessie, Seri, Fofana; Pepe, Haller, Adingra.
(2024-02-11). Work underway to return units affected by boiler tube leaks. sanews.gov.za Work underway to return units affected by boiler tube leaks | Minister in the Presidency for Electricity, Dr Kgosientsho Ramokgopa, says teams are working around the clock to return to service the units that have contributed to load shedding being intensified to stage 6. | Giving an update on the performance of the grid following the escalated levels of load shedding, Ramokgopa on Sunday said boiler tube leaks at nine units contributed to the load shedding being bumped up to stage 6. | Ramokgopa said from Wednesday, Thursday and Friday, 4 400 megawatts were taken off the grid. | "Eskom management has taken a deci…
(2024-02-11). South African performer wins the Grammy Award. tvbrics.com 
The artist, who performs under the pseudonym Tyla, won in the Best African Music Performance category…
(2024-02-11). Red Sea Tensions Increase. popularresistance.org As Israel continues its massacres in Gaza, tensions are intensifying over the Red Sea, the Gulf of Aden, and the wider North African and Western Asian region. After three US soldiers were killed by a drone strike in Jordan, the US responded with strikes inside Iraq and Syria, killing 40. White House national security spokesman John Kirby then told Fox News that the strikes were "just the first round," making it clear that hegemony is Washington's only horizon. | Meanwhile a related conflict is heating up on the southern side of the Gulf of Aden, triggered by a memorandum of understanding (MOU) signed between Ethi…
(2024-02-11). A new wave of land grabs strikes Tanzania. cadtm.org
(2024-02-11). Fears Of Mass Expulsion As Netanyahu Orders Plan For Rafah Assault. popularresistance.org United Nations officials and international humanitarian agencies are urgently pleading with Israel to forgo an invasion of Rafah in southern Gaza, which Palestinian human rights groups have repeatedly warned would result in a mass expulsion to Egypt. | The majority of Gaza's population of 2.3 million Palestinians are currently trapped in Rafah and have "nowhere left to flee," according to Save the Children. | Many of the Palestinians now sheltering in Rafah after being displaced from other areas of Gaza are "penned up against the border fence with Egypt and living in makeshift tents," as Reuters states.
(2024-02-11). Jacob Kiplimo, Chebet win National Cross Country championships. independent.co.ug 
Tororo, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Long-distance runner Jacob Kiplimo won the National cross-country championships held in Tororo on Saturday. The reigning World cross country champion, secured the 10km meter race victory in 29 minutes, 3 seconds. Dan Kibet from the Uganda Prison Services followed in the second position as he crossed the finishing line at 29 …
(2024-02-11). Various peanut butter brands recalled. sanews.gov.za Various peanut butter brands recalled | The National Consumer Commission (NCC) has urged consumers in possession of various peanut butter brands manufactured by House of Natural Butters to return them to the point of purchase. | Acting Commissioner Thezi Mabuza said the manufacturer informed the Commission that the products from Pick n Pay's No Name brand, Eden All Natural brand, Wazoogles Superfoods and Dischem's Lifestyle brand were found to have higher than legally acceptable levels of Aflatoxin, as set out under R1145 Regulation Governing Tolerance of Fungus-Produced Toxins in Foodstuffs. | The recalled produ…
(2024-02-11). Jinja police constable on the run after raping a suspect. independent.co.ug 
Jinja, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Kiira Region Police based in Jinja are hunting for a police constable who is on the run after he allegedly raped a suspect from the cells. Salim Mugoya who was attached to Namaganga police post is wanted for reportedly a 20-year-old suspect whose identity we cannot reveal. It is reported …
(2024-02-11). MENA Sports Wrap: Qatar claims back-to-back Asian Cup titles. newarab.com 
All focus was on Doha as Qatar and Jordan contested an all-Arab final in the Asian Cup in Lusail on Saturday, with the hosts emerging as 3-1 winners thanks to three penalties from player of the tournament The Qataris have clinched their second Asia Cup in a row in what was a flawless run to the final for the The Maroons. | It was also an all-Arab showdown in the quarter-finals of the Abu Dhabi Open on Friday, where Tunisia's tennis star Ons Jabeur was reduced to tears after an injury during her loss to…
(2024-02-11). Somalia's parliament approves country's membership in EAC. independent.co.ug 
MOGADISHU, Somalia | Xinhua | Somalia's parliament on Saturday approved the Treaty of Accession to the East African Community (EAC), completing the country's eighth membership in the regional bloc. The Second Deputy Speaker of the House of the People of the Federal Parliament of Somalia, Abdullahi Omar Abshir, said 148 out of 150 lawmakers voted in …
(2024-02-11). Lango cultural leaders accused of aiding land grabbers. independent.co.ug 
Kole, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Widows in Lango have accused Cultural leaders in Lango of mismanaging land disputes. They say the leaders have tended to side with individuals seeking to dispossess them of customary land. The widows sounded the alarm during a meeting held in Ayer sub-county in Kole District. They said while the leaders …
(2024-02-11). Egypt could suspend Camp David treaty if Israel storms Rafah. newarab.com 
Egypt has warned that it could suspend its peace treaty with Israel if the Israeli military enters Israeli…
(2024-02-11). Egypt steps up border security as Israel continues Gaza push. newarab.com 
(2024-02-11). Al-Shabab attack kills 3 Emirati troops, Bahraini officer. newarab.com 
The Al-Qaeda-linked militant group The attack Saturday targeted the troops at the General Gordon Military Base in Mogadishu. Details about the attack and whether it killed others remained scarce Sunday, though Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud offered his condolences to the UAE for the loss of its troops in the assault. | Early S…
(2024-02-11). Two apprehended over selling OPM iron sheets in Nakapiripirit. independent.co.ug 
Nakapiripirit, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Police in Nakapiripirit district have arrested two people for selling the iron sheets being distributed by the Office of the Prime Minister to Karamojong reformed warriors. The suspects have been identified as Paskari Lochoro, a seller and Faizal Kabusera, a buyer were arrested on Friday at Nakapiripirit — Mbale taxi …
(2024-02-11). Babalanda warns RDCs against siding with criminals. independent.co.ug 
Mukono, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The Minister for Presidency, Milly Babirye Babalanda has warned district heads of security against siding with criminals. The Minister expressed concern that RDCs have become part of the problems they should have helped to resolve. Babalanda made the remarks on Friday at the closing of a-two-day capacity building workshop for …
(2024-02-11). Kabale University launches digital education with support from Swiss project. independent.co.ug 
Kabale, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Kabale University in the Southwestern Ugandan District of Kabale is one of the universities in Africa to benefit from a Swiss-funded project designed to enhance digital learning. The project is under a partnership with Switzerland-based Ecole Polythenique Federale De Lausanne (EPFL) and Morocco-based Universite Mohammed VI Polythenique. The Centre …
(2024-02-11). Egypt, Bulgaria sign defense, energy MoUs. independent.co.ug 
CAIRO, EGYPT | Xinhua | Egyptian and Bulgarian officials on Saturday signed here memorandums of understanding (MoUs) for cooperation in the fields of defense and natural gas, according to a joint statement released by the Egyptian Foreign Ministry. The MoUs were signed during the first meeting of the joint cooperation committee between the two countries, …
(2024-02-11). ChommY set to change young lives in Manenberg. sanews.gov.za ChommY set to change young lives in Manenberg | Excitement filled Silverstream Primary School in Manenberg as 100 boys and girls between the ages of 10 and 14 prepared themselves for the launch of the social and behavioural change (SBC) programme, ChommY. | Social Development Deputy Minister, Dr Hendrietta Bogopane-Zulu, in partnership with the United States Agency for International Development (USAID), launched ChommY at Silverstream Primary School in Manenberg in the Western Cape on Saturday. | ChommY is a social and behavioural change programme for boys and girls between the ages of 10 and 14 years. | Manenber…
(2024-02-11). NDA closes 180 drug shops found operating illegally in West. independent.co.ug 
Hoima, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT |The National Drug Authority-NDA Western regional office has closed 180 drug shops found operating illegally. The drug shops were closed during the five days long operation covering the districts of Kyankwanzi, Kyenjonjo, ,Masindi, Kiryandongo, and Hoima. The operation was conducted between February 4th to February 9. The NDA enforcement unit …
(2024-02-11). Thousands in Morocco protest ties with 'genocidal' Israel. newarab.com 
Thousands of Moroccans on Sunday again took to the streets of their capital to call for In late 2020, Morocco established diplomatic ties with Israel under the Abraham Accords brokered by the United States which saw similar moves by the United Arab Emirates and Bahrain. | As part of the deal, Rabat received Washington's recognition of its c…
(2024-02-11). DRC Defense Minister rushes to North Kivu as the fights intensify. independent.co.ug 
Rutshuru, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) Prime Minister and National Minister of Defense, Jean-Pierre Bemba, on Friday rushed to North Kivu province as the fight between the March 23 Movement (M23) rebels and Armed Forces of Democratic Republic of Congo (FARDC), militia coalition under their umbrella Wazalendo (Patriots) intensified. The fight …
(2024-02-11). South African minister threatened online by 'Israeli agents'. newarab.com 
A senior Foreign Affairs Minister Naledi Pandor said she believed that Israeli intelligence agents were trying to intimi…
(2024-02-11). President Ramaphosa to attend Football for Humanity match. sanews.gov.za President Ramaphosa to attend Football for Humanity match | President Cyril Ramaphosa will today attend the Football for Humanity match between the Palestinian national team and the South African Football Association (SAFA) Third Division at Cape Town's Athlone Stadium. | The Football for Humanity international showpiece, held under the theme, 'Peace, Hope, and Solidarity', aims to provide Palestinian players with the opportunity to enjoy their favourite sport in conditions of peace and sound infrastructure. | The Presidency said the event symbolises South Africa's historic solidarity with the people of Palestin…
(2024-02-11). Venezuela denounces campaign by US oil company Exxon Mobil. plenglish.com Caracas, February 11 (Prensa Latina) Venezuela denounced today before the international community what it called a malicious campaign prepared and financed by Exxon Mobil and supported by the Government of the Cooperative Republic of Guyana, a statement indicated.
(2024-02-11). Mayo Clinic Minute: Hypertension and cardiovascular disease in the Black community. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org February is American Heart Month. Cardiovascular disease is the leading cause of death in the U.S. African Americans are significantly affected by heart disease, resulting in higher mortality rates compared to white Americans. One of the reasons for the disparity is due to high hypertension rates in the Black community. Hypertension, also known as high blood pressure, can increase your risk of developing heart disease. Dr. LaPrincess Brewer, a Mayo Clinic cardiologist, discusses cardiovascular disease…
(2024-02-11). Black History Month observances. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Mayo Clinic and area community organizations have planned a range of events in February to honor and celebrate Black History Month. The monthlong commemoration is a way to recognize the many significant contributions of African Americans to the nation and Mayo Clinic. Mayo Clinic is lighting the Plummer Building at Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minnesota; Mayo Clinic Hospital in Arizona; and Mayo Clinic Hospital in Florida in red, yellow and green on Thursday, Feb. 1,…
(2024-02-11). Aumenta a dos cifra de muertos durante protestas en Senegal. telesurtv.net En Dakar, agentes de policía equipados con equipos antidisturbios lanzaron gases lacrimógenos contra multitudes de manifestantes que incendiaron neumáticos y arrojaron piedras.
(2024-02-11). Premio Nobel argentino pidió la liberación de Julian Assange. radiohc.cu Buenos Aires, 11 feb (RHC) El Premio Nobel de la Paz y luchador argentino, Adolfo Pérez Esquivel, instó este domingo a la comunidad internacional a exigir la liberación del ciberactivista Julian Assange y a pronunciarse en contra de su posible extradición a Estados Unidos.
(2024-02-11). Premio Nobel argentino pidió la liberación de Julian Assange. radiohc.cu Buenos Aires, 11 feb (RHC) El Premio Nobel de la Paz y luchador argentino, Adolfo Pérez Esquivel, instó este domingo a la comunidad internacional a exigir la liberación del ciberactivista Julian Assange y a pronunciarse en contra de su posible extradición a Estados Unidos.
(2024-02-11). Papa Francisco se reúne con presidente de Argentina en el Vaticano. telesurtv.net El encuentro lima asperezas entre el papa y Javier Milei, quien antes de ser investido presidente llamó al obispo de Roma representante del maligno en la tierra.
Attacks by the Rwanda-backed M23 has led to another wave of mass displacement in the province of North Kivu. The rebel group has tried to make advances towards the provincial capital of Goma, attacking the town of Sake which lies just 25 kilometers away.