The AADPD, the product of collaboration and a shared vision, has been a guiding light. It is a rich tapestry of 88 commitments across 6 pillars, intricately woven to support Africa’s quest to harness the demographic dividend and realize the aspirations outlined in Africa’s Agenda 2063 and the Sustainable Development Goals. Standing at the cusp of the 30th anniversary of ICPD and 10 years after the AADPD, a moment ripe with significance, I had navigated through the buzz of the two-day Ministerial session, brimming with a sense of purpose. As I interacted with ministers and heads of delegations, I marvelled at…
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The 34th edition of the Africa Cup of Nations is set to take place between January 13 and February 11. As usual there will be a strong Premier League presence at the tournament, which will be hosted by Ivory Coast. Mail Sport assesses which Premier League players could take part in the competition and how this could impact their clubs. Liverpool’s Mohamed Salah is one of the stars set to be take part in the Africa Cup of NationsARSENAL Players that could be at the tournament:Thomas Partey – GhanaMohamed Elneny – Egypt Fixtures during AFCON: Jan 20: Crystal Palace (home), Jan 30: Nottingham Forest…
Read < 1 minuteThe China Media Group launched the “Twinkle Star Project” in Kenya in 2023. The Group’s caravan toured schools in six villages and towns, screening CMG cartoons to more than 2,000 students. The caravan also brought computers, stationery, and food to the schools. The iconic Chinese cartoons not only brought joy to Kenyan children but also provided a channel to open themselves to new experiences and learn about Chinese culture. Post Views: 34
As mentioned by many writers Uganda is heavily equipped with many wonders when it comes to Tourism. That’s why it’s the ultimate landing places for all sorts of safaris, these may include Group safaris, couple, solo travel and etc. walking safaris are copy book to explore the off beaten tracks because it involves traversing by foot. With the well confirmed forests, hills, savanna, different National parks, picking out Uganda on your walking safari is the fore most option to consider. Uncovering many attractions on foot is something quite different from game drive, Horse riding, Bicycle rides and etc. It is…
Carolyn Kissane, academic director and clinical professor at the Center for Global Affairs at New York University, leads the conversation on the geopolitics of oil. FASKIANOS: Thank you. Welcome to the final session of the Winter/Spring 2023 CFR Academic Webinar Series. I’m Irina Faskianos, vice president of the National Program and Outreach here at CFR. Today’s discussion is on the record. And the video and transcript will be available on our website, CFR.org/Academic, if you would like to share these materials with your colleagues or classmates. As always, CFR takes no institutional positions on matters of policy. We are…
A consortium led by the Italian shipping company Grimaldi Group has acquired a majority stake in the Heraklion Port Authority (HPA S.A.).Image credit: Grimaldi Group The Italian group, through a consortium with Grimaldi Euromed SpA and Minoan Lines S.A., signed a share purchase agreement earlier this morning. The company acquired 67% of the capital of the company that manages the largest and busiest seaport in Crete for a total price of € 80 million. The stake in the port has been put out to tender by the Hellenic Republic Asset Development Fund (HRADF). The fund is a member company of GROWTHFUND (The…
South Africa finished sixth at the 2023 Netball World Cup, which was held on home soil in Cape TownNetball legend Bongi Msomi says South Africa could have challenged for two World Cup trophies in 2023 if her team had been “looked after” in the same way as the country’s male rugby players.South Africa followed up a semi-final appearance in 2019 by finishing sixth as hosts of the Netball World Cup in August, less than three months before their compatriots won the Rugby World Cup for a fourth time.Msomi told BBC Sport Africa the Springboks can compete with any team because…
These were the most fashionable women to grace the small screen this year, whether commanding attention in designer outfits or dazzling in eclectic styles. At times quirky and at other times glam, these best-dressed ladies on TV always did one thing: wowed viewers with their well-put-together styles on and off the screen. For fashionable TV women, capturing the audience’s attention involves showcasing stunning ensembles both on and off duty. The intriguing contrast between their on-screen and off-screen styles often reignites our admiration for these celebrities. Whether they opt for casual, elegant, or unconventional looks, the best-dressed TV ladies never fail…
In the realm of travel, finding opportunities to save money is always a welcome advantage. A significant portion of one’s travel budget often goes toward car rentals. With an array of car rental companies operating in Uganda, there’s a competitive push to attract and retain customers. One primary strategy many adopt is offering competitive pricing. However, customers must be proactive to secure these fair deals. Here are five savvy tips to help you obtain the best prices when renting a car in Uganda: 1. Utilize the Internet: Online platforms house countless car rental companies vying for customers’ attention. The sheer…
Two months is too long to watch a state-sanctioned, televised genocide. In Cape Town, I see Gaza on a small screen. In between photographs of a lush exhibition opening or a lavish brunch, I see children shaking with shock on hospital floors; in calmer moments, small citizens clap with their mothers at a birthday, their backdrop the rubble. One video shared again and again: a grandfather kissing his granddaughter, his soul of his soul, her perfect pigtails betraying her lifeless cheeks; later, he pierces his pocket with her earring stud. Her memory lives. Families die. The bombings, the babies, the…