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    Omanyano ovanhu koikundaneki yomalungula kashili paveta, Commisiner Sakaria takunghilile Veronika Haulenga

Africa

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UK to unveil new migration law for Rwanda policy

The UK government is expected to publish fresh legislation for its Rwanda migration policy by the end of the week. It follows a new treaty signed with Rwanda on Tuesday. The opposition Labour Party says the policy is a gimmick. But spokesperson for the Rwandan government Yolande Makolo denies the country is only ready to receive a small number of migrants from Britain.

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East DR Congo: president’s elusive bid for peace

Felix Tshisekedi became president of the Democratic Republic of Congo in January 2019 and promised to pacify the east, the scene of decades of militia violence. Nearly five years on, peace in the turbulent region remains elusive, with the security crisis a key issue in December 20 polls in which Tshisekedi is seeking re-election. Here are the main statements and decisions on the crisis made by the president during his […]

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Afrobeats and Nollywood are shaping Africa’s gaming industry

By Bonface Orucho, bird story agency Fusing African soundtracks and narratives, such as those found in Nollywood films, holds immense potential to propel Africa's gaming industry. A recent report highlights how this fusion can drive the success of African games both locally and globally, amplifying African perspectives on a global stage. Game developers are blending music soundtracks from the continent and replicating narratives from African films in a bid to […]

todayDecember 6, 2023 9

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Maasai activist turns juicy inspiration into climate action

By Seth Onyango, via bird story agency A smoothie of fresh mango, avocado and banana was the rich and creamy fruit drink that not only excited Edith Santiyian’s taste buds but gave rise to an idea that is bringing tree cover to desolate communities in the Rift Valley. Santiyian, 29, remembers savouring the medley of fruit and pondering the deeper connection between nature’s bounty and the health of her home […]

todayDecember 5, 2023 16

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Nigerian army bombs civilians

The Kaduna State Government says the Nigerian Army has claimed responsibility for dropping a bomb on a local village on Sunday, killing over 80 people and injuring several others. Ajeck Mangut has more from Abuja.

todayDecember 5, 2023 17

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Climate and Energy Campaigners Demand that African leaders to end fossil fuel investment

African climate campaigners and renewable energy industry advocates convened a press conference at COP28 in Dubai today, urging African leaders to put their communities first and reject new fossil fuel investments. "The climate crisis continues to impact the frontline communities’ livelihoods in the Global South, especially in Africa. The affected community's voices need to be heard. African leaders have to make the right choice and decision at COP28, decisions which […]

todayDecember 5, 2023 12

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Allan Gray cuts ties with Global & Local

By Chris Steyn, via BizNews Africa’s largest privately owned investment management company, Allan Gray, has cut ties with Global & Local. That has been confirmed to BizNews in an email stating: “Considering the ongoing uncertainty around the investigation into BHI Trust, we took the decision to terminate our contract with Global & Local, with a notice period.” Global & Local has been under fire ever since it emerged that its founder […]

todayDecember 5, 2023 17

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One woman’s journey into a world of solar

By Sakhile Dube, via bird story agency From the rural Eastern Cape in South Africa, Vuyolwethu Matiwane's journey into the world of renewable energy began with her family's use of a small solar PV panel, a battery, and a glimmer of hope. Today, as a technical project development manager, Matiwane is not only helping shape South Africa's energy landscape by illuminating lives and empowering futures, she is also breaking ground […]

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