insert_link World Pakistan’s post-election crisis – how anti-army vote may deliver an unstable government that falls into the military’s hands Like at this pro-PTI protest, the smoke has yet to clear following Pakistan’s election. M Asim Khan/AFP via Getty Images) Ayesha Jalal, Tufts University Pakistan’s heavily anticipated general election took place on Feb. 8, 2024, with citizens of the South Asian country hoping that it might prove a step toward ending the nation’s political uncertainty. But several days later, it remains unclear what the result of the vote will yield. […] todayFebruary 14, 2024 3
insert_link Sport Rebels cash woes affecting Super Rugby preparations: Leota Melbourne Rebels captain Rob Leota said Wednesday that the financial uncertainty around the club was a distraction ahead of the Super Rugby season but pledged his team would "keep rolling". The debt-laden Rebels went into voluntary administration last month and Rugby Australia said it would work to ensure both Melbourne's men's and women's teams would be able to field sides in 2024. However the future of the Rebels could […] todayFebruary 14, 2024 5
insert_link World US Defense Secretary to return this week after hospital visit US Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin has been released from the hospital and is expected to return to the Pentagon later this week. It's the second time Austin has been admitted for medical treatment this year. Ira Spitzer reports. todayFebruary 14, 2024 19
insert_link Namibia Beware of Scams: Ministry Warns Against Fraudulent Youth Development Grant Applications The Sport, Youth and National Service Ministry of issued a warning regarding scammers falsely soliciting online applications for a youth development grant for the year 2024/2025. Aina Shikesho, the ministry’s Chief Public Relations Officer, alerts the public, particularly young individuals, to exercise caution and avoid falling victim to deceptive schemes. Shikesho detailed the fraudulent practices, including enticing individuals to click on misleading links featuring an image of Minister Agnes Tjongarero. […] todayFebruary 14, 2024 13
insert_link South Africa A constitutional law expert says the ANC’s cadre deployment policy is only the tip of the iceberg The SA Constitutional Court’s decision to reject the ANC’s bid to overturn an order for it to hand over all records of its cadre deployment committee is a victory for transparency. This is according to Constitutional law scholar, Pierre de Vos. In a piece for the Daily Maverick, he says the ANC’s formal cadre deployment policy is only the tip of the iceberg. De Vos says cadre deployment has become […] todayFebruary 14, 2024 8
insert_link Africa African football won the 34th Afcon, with Côte d’Ivoire a close second By Chuka Onwumechili, Howard University The 34th Africa Cup of Nations (Afcon) came to an end in Côte d'Ivoire with millions of viewers around the world shouting at TV screens, and an astonishing performance by Côte d'Ivoire both on the field as champions and off it as hosts. The west African country beat Nigeria 2-1 in the final but the good news was bigger than the match. […] todayFebruary 14, 2024 6
insert_link Environment 17 million South Africans live on communal land – new study of a rural valley offers insights on how to manage it Tyhume Valley in Eastern Cape, South Africa. Wonga Masiza, Author provided Wonga Masiza, Agricultural Research Council The Tyhume River, flowing from the forested Amathole Mountains in South Africa’s Eastern Cape province, gives its name to a valley of 20 villages on communal land. Much of the land is being used to keep livestock, as crop production has declined over the years. This land is under the custodianship of traditional leaders. […] todayFebruary 14, 2024 10
insert_link 21 33 Oshiwambo Onghalo younona tava feekelwa valya oikulya ina oudio momuhandjo wofikola ya Augustineum SSS oiliwe nayo metonatelo. Ounona vofikola vefike po 73 havafikola mofikola ya Augustineum Secondary School mo Windhoek oveli kalekelwa manga nokwali vatwalwa koipangelo shalandula eshi taku feekelelwa valya ouvalelo woikulya ina oudiyo moshondaxa komatango. Oo eli omukulunhufikola pofikola aapo Rudolf Matengu, okwa koleka oshiningwanima koshikundaneki sho OneAfrica onghela, tati ovanambelewa vouminsity wouhaku ovali veya momuhandjo wounona momandaxa ongula, konima eshi omuvalu wounona va hovela okuu lika omadidiliko veheudite nawa. Okwati ounona vofikola vefike po […] todayFebruary 14, 2024 24 33 21
insert_link Uncategorized Africa’s green energy potential lures crypto miners By Seth Onyango, bird story agency Nomadic crypto miners in search of affordable energy are eyeing Africa, with Ethiopia emerging as a prime location for blockchain mining. This pivot towards the continent is driven by its abundant renewable sources including solar, wind, and hydroelectric power. Ethiopia, with its colossal hydroelectric dam, has seen an increased inflow of bitcoin miners especially from China, who are dodging Beijing's tight […] todayFebruary 14, 2024 7