Bangladesh interim government to be sworn in

Bangladesh interim government to be sworn in

Nobel Laureate Professor Dr. Muhammed Yunus has officially been sworn in as the head of Bangladesh's interim government, succeeding former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, who fled to India after weeks of violent protests led mainly by students. Aljazeer reports that upon his return to Bangladesh on Thursday from an overseas trip, Yunus was greeted at Dhaka’s Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport by the country’s military chief, General Waker-Uz-Zaman, along with leaders […]

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Rocrocdong residents unite at United Nations Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS)-supported peace festival

"For far too long, disagreements have divided us, leading to the loss of meaningful connections with dear friends. Taking part in this joyous reunification fills me with gratitude." That was the emotional message from 55-year-old cattle keeper, Keribino Kout, at a peace festival in Rocrocdong, Western Bahr El Ghazal, organized by the United Nations Mission in South Sudan. The event brought together large numbers of representatives from neighbouring communities through […]

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Health / Medical

New law to reform health sector

The government is establishing a unified Health Professions Council to replace the existing five councils. The Namibia Press Agency reports that Health Minister Dr. Kalumbi Shangula introduced in parliament, saying that the Health Professions Council of Namibia Bill, will merge the Social Work and Psychology Council, Allied Health Professions Council, Nursing Council, Pharmacy Council, and Medical and Dental Council into one entity. The new law will also mandate health professionals […]

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Namibia

Russia declares state of emergency

Russia has declared a state of emergency in the border region of Kursk, after Ukrainian troops launched a surprise cross-border assault into the area. Regional authorities say heavy fighting is continuing and Russian President Vladimir Putin has called the attack a major provocation. Megumi Lim reports from Kyiv. The BBC reports that some 3,000 people have had to evacuate the region, as ongoing military altercations have killed at least four […]

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Africa’s Energy Sector to Litigate Banks and Financiers for Financial Apartheid in Oil and Gas Sector

In recent years, several Western banks and financial institutions have implemented policies aimed at reducing support for fossil fuel projects, especially in Africa. This has led to a sharp decline in investment in the continent’s oil and gas industry, a sector that is crucial for its economic future and energy needs. The African Energy Chamber (AEC) (https://EnergyChamber.org) argues that these institutions are practicing “financial apartheid,” arguing that while similar projects […]

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Namibia

Parliament greenlights Access to Information Act (ATI) implementation

The Minister of Information and Communication Technology, Emma Theofelus, thanked Parliament for approving the access to communication regulations and enabling the implementation of the Access to Information Act of 2022. The ATI Act mandates the appointment of an independent information commissioner and deputy commissioner. The legislation, signed by late President Hage Geingob, aims to strengthen public access to information from both public and private institutions. MICT spokesperson, Shoki Kandjimi, unpacks […]

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Namibia

Electoral Court upholds ECN decision against NEFF

The Electoral Court has ruled in favor of the Electoral Commission of Namibia, dismissing a case by the Namibia Economic Freedom Fighter without costs. The ECN cancelled NEFF’s registration due to the party's failure to submit audited annual financial results as required by the Electoral Act. Reacting to the development, Political analyst, Dr. Ndumba Kamwanya said that the dismissal reaffirms the legal framework governing political parties in the country. Dr. […]

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President Boakai Extols Singapore on 59th Independence Anniversary

The President of the Republic of Liberia, His Excellency Joseph Nyuma Boakai, Sr., has sent a message of congratulations to the Government and people of the Republic of Singapore on the occasion commemorating the 59th Independence Anniversary of that great country on August 9, 2024. According to a Foreign Ministry release, in his message to the President of the Republic of Singapore, His Excellency Tharman Shanmugaratnam, President Boakai extended warmest […]

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President Asks New Cabinet to Serve Kenya Diligently

President William Ruto has presided over the swearing-in of his reconstituted Cabinet with a pledge to enact far-reaching measures to root out corruption and enhance accountability in the public service. Speaking after the 19 Cabinet Secretaries were sworn into office at State House, Nairobi, on Thursday, President Ruto said the country was beginning a new chapter of governance and development. “The women and men who have been appointed to serve […]

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