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2023-12-26: News Headlines

Internationalist 360 ∞ (2023-12-26). From Kenya to Palestine: In Support of Armed Resistance. libya360.wordpress.com Maureen Kasuku History has taught us that resistance against settler colonialism in Kenya, South Africa and other previously occupied regions was a tumultuous journey, characterized by violence—a narrative that the occupiers sought to dismiss as "terrorism" or "barbarism." "Nelson Mandela and Palestine: Confronting Racism till Liberation" was the theme of the Fifth Global Convention of…

The Independent (2023-12-26). Investors bank on African timber for sustainable building boom. independent.co.ug A surge in construction activity in Africa is drawing a new breed of investors eyeing mass timber — and the carbon-trapping forests needed to support it — as a sustainable building alternative to traditional concrete and steel. Wooden buildings like the engineered timber construction planned for the world's tallest wood building in Zanzibar may only …

The Independent (2023-12-26). African female running greats are empowering young women to 'Achieve'. independent.co.ug They may be small in stature but they're gigantic in performance and spirit and they're having a massive impact, both worldwide and in Africa, where they are changing the lives of young women. Four former female running greats from Africa are ploughing back what they gained from the sport and investing in the future of …

The Independent (2023-12-26). Africa's rich biodiversity offers a wealth of carbon offset projects for Gulf investors. independent.co.ug Africa's carbon credit market is experiencing a significant surge in investor interest, thanks to a surge in fresh investment from the Gulf. But more regulation, stricter auditing and greater transparency is required, according to industry insiders. SPECIAL REPORT | BIRD AGENCY | Africa is a prime target for new multimillion-dollar carbon offset projects as companies …

ecns.cn (2023-12-26). China starts zero-tariff treatment for 6 least-developed African countries. ecns.cn The zero-tariff treatment China had granted for six least-developed African countries officially took effect on Monday.

roape.net (2023-12-26). Africa's role in Palestinian liberation. roape.net Calling for African support for Palestine against Israel's military-industrial complex.

Orinoco Tribune 2 (2023-12-26). Zionism and Africa. orinocotribune.com By Rosa Moro — Dec 24, 2023 | In their charm offensive in Africa, the Zionists exploit the image they want to sell around the world of being the legitimate representatives of the Jewish people. | Africa and the "Holy War" against Islam | Since its inception, "Israel" has sought allies and clients in Africa, as in the rest of the world. In 2017, it planned to hold an "Israel"-Africa summit in Togo, along the lines of summits in Europe, the US, Russia or China. "Israel" trumpeted that Netanyahu would meet with '25 African leaders', but in the end, the summit never took place because African leaders did not con…

The Independent (2023-12-26). Egypt continues to act as mediator in resolving crises, conflicts in 2023 despite economic challenges. independent.co.ug CAIRO | Xinhua | Despite the multiple economic challenges it faced in 2023, Egypt continued to play an active peacemaking role in maintaining security and stability in the Middle East. Surrounded by crises and conflicts in its neighboring countries and regions, including Libya, Sudan and the Gaza Strip, Egypt acted as a major mediator in …

unitedEditor (2023-12-26). Operation Al-Aqsa Storm: Reasons and consequences for Gaza, Al-Quds and the region. uwidata.com The Palestinian-Israeli war, which began with Hamas' Al-Aqsa Storm operation on 7 October, continues. The main dynamics of the war have become relatively evident: What is Hamas' resistance plan in Gaza and is it succeeding? What is the ultimate goal of Israel's attacks on Gaza? Will Egypt be willing to accept Gazans into Sinai? What …

Andrew Korybko (2023-12-26). Which Coastal State Will Provide The Sahelian Confederation With Reliable Access To The Sea? thealtworld.com Nigeria can always return to blackmailing that bloc on whatever pretext, while Mauritania lacks the infrastructure to facilitate this, and Morocco is unlikely to resolve its dispute with the Polisario Front. Trans-Saharan trade can't be conducted at scale even though some limited amount thereof could still serve as a lifeline if needed, which in turn disqualifies Algeria and Libya in any theoretical scenario, thus further reaffirming the importance of Guinea playing this role. |

Staff (2023-12-26). María Corina Machado Minimizes Opposition's Role in Alex Saab's Liberation. orinocotribune.com Caracas ( President Nicolas Maduro's administration has achieved recent political victories, resulting in the release of Venezuelan diplomat Alex Saab and the public recognition of President Nicolás Maduro to Ge…

teleSUR, hvh, JCM (2023-12-26). Aprueban con 86 % nueva Constitución en Chad. telesurtv.net De acuerdo con las fuentes oficiales, el 86% de los votantes optó por la opción del "sí" mientras la tasa de participación fue del 63,75%.

Internationalist 360 ∞ (2023-12-26). Why the Palestinian Authority's Biggest Claim is a Lie. libya360.wordpress.com Sami Al-Arian Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas chairs a meeting of the executive committee of the Palestine Liberation Organisation (PLO) in the city of Ramallah in the occupied West Bank on 25 December 2023 (Thaer Ghanaim/AFP) If the only thing PA officials could cite for the disastrous Oslo process is false, why would Palestinians accept them…

The Independent (2023-12-26). Feature: Rwanda introduces electric public buses to push for green transport. independent.co.ug KIGALI, RWANDA | Xinhua | There is a new sight on the streets of Kigali, the capital city of Rwanda: new electric vehicles whizzing among the old gasoline-powered vehicles. The Kigali city authorities in partnership with BasiGo, a Kenyan based company launched the pilot electric buses in public transport earlier this month, following a similar …

The Independent (2023-12-26). Kenya's economy grows 5 percent in 2023 despite challenges. independent.co.ug NAIROBI, KENYA | Xinhua | Kenya's economy grew 5 percent in 2023, up from 4.8 percent in 2022 despite continued challenges, the World Bank said in a report released recentlyy. According to the World Bank's 28th edition of Kenya Economic Update (KEU), the improved growth was buoyed by a strong rebound in the agriculture sector …

Internationalist 360 ∞ (2023-12-26). The Houthis Take on the Empire. libya360.wordpress.com Renee Parsons While it is astounding that one small, feisty Arab tribe in the nation of Yemen has shown the mega-world how to creatively stand up to the Hegemon without threatening nuclear weapons, without initiating direct military conflict and yet achieve their goals — what is even more astounding is that the Houthis are not the least…

Ann Brown (2023-12-26). Nigerian Tech Executive Busted By SEC Over Fake Accounting, Short Seller Research Pointed Feds To Target. moguldom.com The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has unleashed charges of "massive fraud" against Nigerian tech executive Dozy Mmobuosi and three affiliated companies, alleging a widespread scheme to inflate financial metrics with the intent of deceiving investors. The SEC claims that these entities fabricated their financial statements and those of their Nigerian counterparts, Tingo Mobile …

latintimes (2023-12-26). Attacks Kill At Least 160 People In Central Nigeria. latintimes.com Military gangs, locally called "bandits", launched "well-coordinated" attacks in "not fewer than 20 different communities" and torched houses.

teleSUR, nbb, JGN (2023-12-26). Ataques en Nigeria dejan más de 160 muertos. telesurtv.net Plateau se encuentra en la línea divisoria entre el norte predominantemente musulmán de Nigeria y el sur mayoritariamente cristiano.

The Independent (2023-12-26). Zebra boxing club to host Mando memorial fight for academy fundraising. independent.co.ug Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | December 30th, 2023 will mark three years since the former bomber's captain Isaac Ssenyange alias Zebra Mando was gunned down by officers under the Joint Ant-Terrorism Task Force (JATT). Zebra met his death on December 30, 2020, outside his residence in St. Francis Zone, Bwaise III Parish, Kawempe division. He was …

The Independent (2023-12-26). Amolatar woman cuts husband's head over Christmas meat. independent.co.ug Amolatar, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Police in Amolatar have arrested a woman for cutting her husband's head with a panga over Christmas meat. The suspect has been identified as Milly Acen, a resident of Abutataro village, Alemere parish in Agwingiri Sub-County. It is alleged that Acen was infuriated by the fact that her husband Denis …

The Independent (2023-12-26). HIV/AIDS support: UAC targets phone users in the scaled up one dollar initiative. independent.co.ug Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | In the scaled-up One Dollar Initiative (ODI), the seeks to obtain at least one dollar, approximately 4,000 Uganda Shillings, from every Ugandan mobile phone user, to mobilize enough money to fund the various HIV/AIDS interventions in the country. Established in Uganda in 2018, ODI is a global resource mobilization strategy …

The Independent (2023-12-26). Luwero Anglican and Catholic Bishops denounce same sex marriages and land grabbing. independent.co.ug Luwero, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The Caretaker Bishop of the Anglican Diocese of Luwero, the Rt. Rev. James William Ssebaggala strongly condemned same-sex relationships during his sermon at the Christmas Service at St. Mark's Cathedral in Luwero Town Council. Ssebaggala, a retired Bishop of the Anglican Diocese of Mukono, urged the faithful to pray for …

The Independent (2023-12-26). Umeme: Stable electricity supply for NAM, G77 summits. independent.co.ug Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Electricity distributor, Umeme Ltd, upgraded to first class, its readiness for power stability around the venues and hotels earmarked for the Non-Aligned Movement (NAM) and G77+China summit in Kampala next month. The summits due to start in just over three weeks will take place at Speak Resort, Munyonyo, and will …

The Independent (2023-12-26). Two boys drown in Lake Victoria. independent.co.ug Jinja, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Police in Kiira region working with local divers have retrieved the bodies of two boys who reportedly drowned in Lake Victoria, along the Masese landing site pier in Jinja city on Christmas evening. It is reported that the duo had gone swimming along the shoreline. However, unexpected storms swept over the …

The Independent (2023-12-26). ADF rebels attack again in Kamwenge district. independent.co.ug Kamwenge, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Suspected rebels of the Allied Democratic Forces-ADF have killed three people in Kamwenge district. According to Kamwenge Resident District Commissioner, Isiah Kanyamahane Byarugaba, the suspected rebels raided Nyabitutsi village in Businge parish, Kamwenge sub-county on Christmas night and torched a house in which, three people died. The dead include Adrine Ngwabiiji …

The Independent (2023-12-26). Politicians and clergy challenge followers on vigilance to fight criminality. independent.co.ug Jinja, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Politicians and clerics under Busoga Diocese have urged their followers to remain vigilant to combat the increasing instances of crime in their communities. During the Christmas Day celebrations at Christ's Cathedral Bugembe in Jinja city, both politicians and clergy reiterated the importance of vigilance. They advised their followers to be …

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2023-12-25: News Headlines

infobrics (2023-12-25). Agbiz Optimistic About Market Expansion to New Brics Members. infobrics.org With more countries to become members of the Brazil, Russia, India, China and South Africa (Brics) grouping, the South African agricultural industry will seek to deepen trade with these countries, particularly Saudi Arabia as a $20-billion importer of agricultural produce every year…

The Independent (2023-12-25). Banks respond to rising mass affluence in Africa. independent.co.ug Demand for goods and services expected to surge as continent's middle class spend hits US$2.5 trillion by 2030 COMMENT | MARGARET SOI | The purchasing power of Africa's middle class is expected to grow significantly in the coming years: the continent's middle class is expected to spend US$2.1 trillion by 2025 and US$2.5 trillion by …

The Independent (2023-12-25). Top 10 African countries on the UNESCO World Heritage sites list. independent.co.ug Africa is blessed with an abundance of cultural and natural sites, with many recognised by UNESCO. These sites often represent major tourism opportunities. Here, bird story agency lists the top ten African countries with the highest number of protected World Heritage Sites. SPECIAL REPORT | BIRD AGENCY | A UNESCO (United Nations Educational, Scientific and …

noemail (2023-12-25). I want to achieve what no other Indian team has in South Africa: Rohit. devdiscourse.com Rohit Sharma, as leader of the side, wants to achieve what past Indian teams have not in the past 31 years — a series victory in South Africa — but even that won't be able to heal the scars of World Cup final defeat.

presstv.ir (2023-12-25). 'Moral clarity': Cornel West welcomes South Africa's referral of Israel to ICC. presstv.ir American activist and philosopher Cornel West welcomes South Africa's 'moral clarity' for referring Israel to the ICC over its crimes against Palestinians.

Maha Hussaini (2023-12-25). War on Gaza: Egypt proposes detailed ceasefire plan as Israel vows to expand Gaza campaign. middleeasteye.net War on Gaza: Egypt proposes detailed ceasefire plan as Israel vows to expand Gaza campaign | Israel's military assault on Gaza is displacing Palestinians several times over as the death toll continues to climb over 20,000 | Mon, 12/25/2023 – 18: 06 | A Red Crescent humanitarian society representative walks by Egypt's eastern border with the Gaza Strip in Rafah on 11 December 2023 (Giuseppe C…

Maha Hussaini (2023-12-25). War on Gaza: Israel forcibly displaces Palestinians to 'camps inside refugee camps'. middleeasteye.net War on Gaza: Israel forcibly displaces Palestinians to 'camps inside refugee camps' | Going from displacement into homelessness, Palestinians fear Israel's plan will eventually push them into Egypt | Mon, 12/25/2023 – 15: 11 | Residents of the Bureij refugee camp arrive in Deir al-Balah in the central Gaza Strip following an Israeli ejection order, on 22 December 2023 (AFP) | In empty land n…

Staff (2023-12-25). Egypt 'proposes' new deal between Hamas, Israel. muslimmirror.com JERUSALEM : Israeli officials said Sunday that Egypt has proposed to both Tel Aviv and Hamas to move forward with a new agreement, involving the release of Israeli hostages held in Gaza. "The Egyptian proposal is expected to be discussed on Monday during the meeting of the war cabinet," Israeli news website Walla quoted an …

Staff (2023-12-25). Egypt 'proposes' new deal between Hamas, Israel. muslimmirror.com JERUSALEM : Israeli officials said Sunday that Egypt has proposed to both Tel Aviv and Hamas to move forward with a new agreement, involving the release of Israeli hostages held in Gaza. "The Egyptian proposal is expected to be discussed on Monday during the meeting of the war cabinet," Israeli news website Walla quoted an …

_____ (2023-12-25). Israel's Latest Weapon Against Palestine Is Egypt's Debt. transcend.org 18 Dec 2023 – Will Egypt agree to take in the Palestinian population expelled from Gaza in exchange for the cancellation of its external debt?>

_____ (2023-12-25). Jesus, Gaza, and the Murder of Useless People. transcend.org 20 Dec 2023 – Jesus was a Palestinian Jew born in Bethlehem who grew up in Nazareth and was executed as a criminal in Jerusalem by Jews. What we celebrate at Christmas is the opposite of what he stood for. Once there was a mother, father and child on the run to safety in Egypt; today, there are millions of Palestinian refugees on the run to nowhere but a dead-end.

presstv.ir (2023-12-25). Islamic Jihad delegation arrives in Egypt for ceasefire talks: Report. presstv.ir A delegation of the Islamic Jihad resistance movement is reportedly in Cairo for talks on the re-implementation of a ceasefire in Gaza.

The Independent (2023-12-25). DR Congo awaits preliminary election results amid tensions. independent.co.ug Vote counting continues in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) after episodes of irregularity reported in the general elections held on Dec. 20. KINSHASA, DRC | Xinhua | Vote counting continues in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) after episodes of irregularity reported in the general elections held on Dec. 20. As the …

The Independent (2023-12-25). Madagascar is not a movie, and Marie Kolo is making that clear. independent.co.ug Madagascar, known to many through the celluloid fantasies of Hollywood, finds an authentic voice in Marie Kolo SPECIAL REPORT | BIRD AGENCY | Our national anthem is not, I like to move it," declared Marie Kolo, her words echoing a deep-seated desire to uplift the true image of her country, a far cry from the …

_____ (2023-12-25). Climate Profiteers Exploit Somali Suffering. transcend.org 20 Dec 2023 – NGOs and other climate profiteers treat Somalia as a poster child for global warming.

teleSUR, SH (2023-12-25). Ataque armado deja al menos 16 muertos en el centro de Nigeria. telesurtv.net El gobernador del estado nigeriano de Plateau instó a las comunidades a denunciar cualquier actividad sospechosa a las fuerzas de seguridad.

The Independent (2023-12-25). Mulago hospital: Museveni meets surgeons after a successful kidney transplant. independent.co.ug Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni has met a group of surgeons from Mulago National Referral Hospital who performed the first Kidney transplant in Uganda at the facility last week. The group was led by the Minister of Health Dr Jane Ruth Aceng met Museveni at State House, Entebbe. Aceng informed Museveni …

The Independent (2023-12-25). Clerics decry declining morals among Ugandans. independent.co.ug Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Religious leaders across the country have called upon their followers to use this year's Christmas to refrain from all behaviors that are antichrist. In their Christmas messages, the leaders said that Uganda is a religious country but many of the acts happening don't reflect that fact. The Catholic Archbishop of …

The Independent (2023-12-25). Hoima: Two herdsmen arrested over murder. independent.co.ug Hoima, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Hoima police are holding two herdsmen accused of murder. The suspects whose particulars have been concealed for fear of jeopardizing police investigations allegedly together with others still at large connived and killed Pithuwa, a fisherman attached to Kabarangwa landing site, in Kibiro parish, Kiganja Sub County in Hoima district. The …

The Independent (2023-12-25). Press Release: Uganda raises tin purity standards for export. independent.co.ug Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | In a landmark move aimed at enhancing value addition to Ugandan minerals before export, the Minister of Energy and Mineral Development, Dr. Ruth Nankabirwa Ssentamu, has signed a new statutory instrument that sets higher purity levels for tin exports. The instrument was signed at the Ministry headquarters at Amber House, …

The Independent (2023-12-25). Amudat leaders agree to work with security for peace. independent.co.ug Amudat, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Pokot leaders in Amudat district have come to a consensus with security forces to work together to end the current raids between the Pokot and Pian communities. There is tension between the Pokot communities and security forces because of the ongoing operations. Pokot leaders accuse joint forces of tormenting them …

The Independent (2023-12-25). Bishop Andaku: Christmas is not a dressing contest. independent.co.ug Arua, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The Madi and West Nile Anglican Diocese Bishop Charles Collins Andaku has urged Christians to desist from uncalled 'dressing competitions' as they celebrate Christmas. He noted that many Christians have abandoned the true meaning of Christmas, as a celebration of the Birth of Jesus Christ and turned the …

The Independent (2023-12-25). Do not miss your next flight please! independent.co.ug COMMENT | Samson Tinka | On 13th December, a passenger who had booked a ticked on Uganda airlines to Dubai missed a flight because he came late. This would be ok because we miss flights for one reason or another. However, he and colleagues filmed a short video and later shared their frustration on social media. …

The Independent (2023-12-25). Team MK in Zombo in crisis. independent.co.ug Zombo, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | A significant crisis has engulfed the "Team MK Project" in Zombo district, as doubts have surfaced within the community regarding their operational methods. The Team MK Project, initiated earlier this year is aimed at the peaceful transition of power from Gen. Museveni Kaguta to the first son, Gen. Muhoozi Kainerugaba. …

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