insert_link Africa Nigeria’s planned protests: What we know By Laurie Churchman with Aminu Abubakar in Kano Politicians and the army have warned people against taking to the streets, but organisers say government failings have left them little choice. Both sides have made comparisons with recent protests in Kenya that forced the government to withdraw new taxes, but it is not clear what shape the rallies could take in Nigeria. With demonstrations set to start on […] todayJuly 29, 2024 12
insert_link Sport Dujardin’s shame leaves mentor Hester to rally British Olympic dressage team Charlotte Dujardin's withdrawal for whipping a horse repeatedly has heaped the pressure on her mentor Carl Hester who must rally his teammates if Britain are to regain the Olympic team dressage title from 2012. At 57, Hester will be the oldest British rider and competing in his seventh Games -- he was once the youngest ever when he rode in the 1992 Barcelona Olympics. Hester, who gave Dujardin […] todayJuly 29, 2024 6
insert_link Sport Nadal v Djokovic lights up Olympics as ‘goofy Tassie’ eyes more gold Rafael Nadal and Novak Djokovic will do battle once more when they meet at the Paris Olympics on Monday while Australia's Ariarne Titmus is hotly tipped to win her second swimming gold of the Games. Also on the third day of action, Britain's Tom Daley will try to prevent an anticipated Chinese clean sweep in diving, while China and Japan will duel for gold in the men's team […] todayJuly 29, 2024 3
insert_link Sport Olympic organisers cancel second day of triathlon training in Seine over pollution Olympic organisers cancelled a second day of triathlon training in the River Seine planned for Monday after weekend downpours in Paris polluted the waterway, but said they were "confident" the medal events would be held this week. In a joint statement, Paris 2024 organisers and World Triathlon said they had taken the decision to cancel Monday's swimming training session because "water quality levels... do not present sufficient […] todayJuly 29, 2024 4
insert_link 2 Namibia The role of the media as Namibians head to the polls this November In today's fast-paced and interconnected world, the role of the media is more crucial than ever. Ethical journalism serves as the cornerstone of a well-informed society, guiding public opinion and shaping democratic discourse. Central to media ethics are the principles of factual and balanced reporting, which ensure that the information disseminated to the public is accurate, fair, and impartial. Factual reporting Factual reporting involves the rigorous collection, verification, and presentation […] todayJuly 26, 2024 8 2
insert_link Africa DRC ceasefire for humanitarian aid is a small step forward – what must happen next for peace By Delphin R. Ntanyoma, University of Leeds The United States has negotiated a truce so humanitarian assistance can be given to more than seven million people, including children, caught in the grip of the conflict in the eastern part of the Democratic Republic of the Congo. The initial cessation of hostilities was for two weeks. It was extended by a further two weeks. Armed conflicts […] todayJuly 26, 2024 16
insert_link Environment Urban greening in Africa will help to build climate resilience – planners and governments need to work with nature By Sintayehu W. Dejene, CGIAR System Organization and Razak Kiribou, Haramaya University Nature-based solutions are actions that use nature to solve environmental problems. Examples in cities would be setting up a wetland near a group of buildings to absorb floodwater, or building permeable pavements. The world’s developed countries have been implementing nature-based solutions since 2015 but Africa has fallen behind. We are part of […] todayJuly 26, 2024 27
insert_link Health / Medical South African teens are struggling: Western Cape study shows 33% have symptoms of depression By Mirriam Mkhize, University of Cape Town; Claire van der Westhuizen, University of Cape Town, and Katherine Sorsdahl, University of Cape Town In South Africa, little research has been done on depression and anxiety among younger adolescents, those between the ages of 10 and 14. Existing studies have primarily targeted older adolescents and those living with HIV. The age range of 10- to 14-year-olds […] todayJuly 26, 2024 13
insert_link Sport Priestman out as Canada Olympic coach after more drone spying found Bev Priestman was removed as head coach of the Canadian Olympic women's football team Thursday night after Canada Soccer found evidence of drone spying before the Paris Olympics. A day after Canadian assistant coach Jasmine Mander and analyst Joey Lombardi were sent home from the Paris Olympics for flying a drone over a New Zealand training session, Canada Soccer suspended Priestman. "Over the past 24 hours, additional information […] todayJuly 26, 2024 9
