September, 2024 - Future Media News

“They know I know everything” – My life in Françafrique, Robert Bourgi, interviews with Frédéric Lejeal

A herald of Françafrique, Robert Bourgi discusses, for the very first time in a book, his life, his relationship with his mentor Jacques Foccart and the sensitive missions he carried out over forty years on behalf of French-speaking African presidents and French politicians, including right-wing leaders: from Jacques Chirac to Nicolas Sarkozy, via Dominique de Villepin, Claude Guéant and François Fillon, as well as Omar Bongo, Denis Sassou Nguesso, Abdoulaye […]

September 10, 2024 13

APO International

Rolls-Royce Partners with Karimjee Group to Drive Power Solutions in Tanzania

Rolls-Royce (LSE: RR., ADR: RYCEY) (www.Rolls-Royce.com) through its Power Systems division, is pleased to announce a strategic partnership with Karimjee Group, a leading conglomerate in East Africa with almost 200 years of history, to deliver advanced mtu power solutions across Tanzania. This collaboration marks a significant step in advancing the country's energy infrastructure, supporting sustainable development, and boosting industrial growth. Under this partnership, Rolls-Royce will leverage Karimjee Group's extensive market presence, […]

September 10, 2024 9

APO International

Eritrea: President Isaias Afwerki Returns Home

President Isaias Afwerki returned home at 1 a.m. last night, concluding his working visit to the People’s Republic of China. At the invitation of President Xi Jinping, President Isaias Afwerki departed for China on 31 August to participate in the 9th Forum on China-Africa Cooperation (FOCAC), held from 4 to 6 September in Beijing. On the sidelines of the summit, President Isaias Afwerki held extensive discussions with President Xi Jinping […]

September 9, 2024 16

World

German Chancellor calls for peace talks with Russia

German Chancellor Olaf Scholz has called for renewed peace talks to settle the conflict in Ukraine, saying the next round of discussions should include representatives from Russia. Trent Murray reports. Euronews reports that some members of his Social Democratic Party have also called for more emphasis on diplomacy toward Russia. Meanwhile, Ukraine's president Volodymyr Zelenskyy has said he's thankful for the support he received at the Ukraine Defence […]

September 9, 2024 23

Namibia

CRAN calls for action to ensure digital safety for youth

The Communications Regulatory Authority of Namibia has called for unified efforts to ensure a safer digital environment for the youth. The Manager for Consumer Relations and Advocacy at CRAN, Hilya Mhani, highlighted several risks that children may face online, including exposure to inappropriate content, cyberbullying, and online predators. She emphasized the importance of being vigilant about these dangers while still allowing young people to benefit from digital technologies.

September 9, 2024 24

World

US polls show Harris just 1 point behind Trump

US Presidential candidates Kamala Harris and Donald Trump appear to be in lockstep to the finish line according to the latest polls. A nationwide survey released on Sunday by the New York Times and Siena College shows the Democratic candidate trailing by just 1 percentage point behind her Republican rival. Jagruti Dave has more from Washington.

September 9, 2024 36

Uncategorized

National ICT summit kicks off in Windhoek

The Ministry of Information and Communication Technology is hosting the 8th National ICT Summit in Windhoek. The two-day event will outline a strategic roadmap for the development and integration of technology, focusing on creating an inclusive society through the growth of ICT. During the opening ceremony, Information Minister Emma Theofelus shared the importance of ensuring that digital transformation benefits all Namibians and promotes sustainable development across various sectors. Minister Theofelus […]

September 9, 2024 24

Uncategorized

Paris 2024 Paralympics end with spectacular closing ceremony

Paris 2024 has come to an end with a closing ceremony party to conclude the Paralympics. Ross Cullen reports. Al Jazeera further reports that while speaking at the closing ceremony to a full crowd at Stade de France, Tony Estanguet, the head of Paris 2024 and former Olympic gold medal canoeist, remarked that the six weeks of the Olympics and Paralympics would be "forever remembered" by the public. […]

September 9, 2024 52

Africa

Tanzania investigates kidnappings of opposition figures ahead of elections

Tanzania’s President Samia Suluhu Hassan has ordered an investigation into the abductions of political figures and government critics ahead of upcoming elections in the East African nation. According to Bloomberg Africa, the investigation follows the kidnapping and murder of a senior member of the main opposition Chadema party, Ally Mohamed Kibao.

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