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South Africa: Johannesburg Power Outage Threatens Critical Healthcare - South African News Briefs - April 23, 2024

23 April 2024

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Liberia: Dismissed Presidential Guards Give Ultimatum

23 April 2024

[New Republic] Amid escalating tensions, a group of 300 armed dismissed presidential officers has issued a stern ultimatum to the Boakai government, demanding payment for their unjust termination within one week or face dire consequences. [...]

Zimbabwe: Zimbabwe Authorities Troubled By Tumbling New Currency

23 April 2024

[VOA] Mount Hampden, Zimbabwe -- Zimbabwean authorities responded swiftly to the recent decline in the new gold-backed currency by apprehending illicit moneychangers and closing the bank accounts of businesses accused of exclusively dealing in U.S. dollars. [...]

Sudan: UNHCR Completes $2.2 Million Projects in Sudan

23 April 2024

[Dabanga] Geneva -- Yesterday, the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) in Sudan announced the completion of two projects funded by $2.2 million from the government of Japan, aiming to meet the urgent needs of refugees, asylum seekers, and host communities affected by the ongoing conflict in Sudan. [...]

Nigeria: Lagos to Roll Out 2,000 CNG Buses, 231 Electric Vehicles in June

23 April 2024

[Leadership] The Lagos State government on Tuesday hinted that it has commenced moves to introduce about 2, 000 Compressed Natural Gas, CNG, buses into the state before the end of 2024. [...]

Somalia: Historic Arrival of Turkish Warship in Mogadishu Marks New Era in Bilateral Relations

23 April 2024

[Shabelle] Mogadishu -- In a significant display of military cooperation and partnership, the first Turkish warship has docked at the port of Mogadishu, Somalia. This momentous occasion coincides with a high-level event in the port, attended by the heads of state of both nations. [...]

Cote d'Ivoire: Cocoa Beans Exported From Cote d'Ivoire to EU Originate From Deforested Land in Liberia

23 April 2024

[Liberian Observer] Authors of an investigation reveal that companies sourcing cocoa from Côte d'Ivoire are promoting the destruction of forests in Liberia. [...]

Kenya: President Ruto Says Kenya Still an Investment Destination of Choice

23 April 2024

[Capital FM] Machakos -- President William Ruto has said Kenya remains a competitive investment destination of choice. [...]

Ethiopia: Five Ethiopia Public Universities Successfully Establish State-of-the-Art Multimedia Studios

23 April 2024

[Mastercard Foundation] As part of strengthening and enhancing the quality, accessibility, and resilience of higher education in Ethiopia, the e-SHE program, a partnership between the Ministry of Education, the Mastercard Foundation, Arizona State University, and ShayaShone, successfully established five state-of-the-art multimedia studios in public universities across Ethiopia, known as 'Resource Centers'. These resource centers are in Addis Ababa, Bahir Dar, Dire Dawa, Jimma, and Hawassa Universities. These studios [...]

Nigeria: Again, Dangote Refinery Announces Reduction in Price of Diesel, Aviation Fuel

23 April 2024

[Premium Times] This development comes a week after the company announced a reduction in the price of diesel from N1,200 to N1,000 per litre [...]

Mozambique: Growth of Mozambican Economy Will Remain Modest, Says IMF

23 April 2024

[AIM] Maputo -- The International Monetary Fund (IMF) believes that the growth of the Mozambican economy will remain modest in the coming years, since significant challenges remain. [...]

Namibia: Namibia Imports Avocados Worth N$16.4m

23 April 2024

[New Era] Low levels of production and lack of access to lucrative markets saw Namibia importing 889 tonnes of avocados worth over N$16.4 million in the final quarter of last year, which represents an increase from the 756 tonnes valued at N$14.5 million imported in 2022. [...]

Gambia: Ferry Disaster Must Be Prevented

23 April 2024

[Foroyaa] The recent arrest of those who attempted to protest against the absence of ferries at the Banjul/Barra route and the subsequent invitation of some officials of The Gambia Ferry Service Company Limited on the predicament of the ferry service operators by the police confirm that all is still not well at the Barra/Banjul ferry crossing. [...]

Namibia: Swapo Omaheke Irked By Venaani 'Pensioner' Jibe

23 April 2024

[New Era] Swapo top brass in Omaheke have come out swinging, condemning the recent comments by Popular Democratic Movement president McHenry Venaani referring to their presidential candidate Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah as a "pensioner". [...]

Zimbabwe: President Ruto to Be the Chief Guest At Zimbabwe International Trade Fair

23 April 2024

[Capital FM] Nairobi -- President William Ruto is set to embark on a state visit to Zimbabwe this week. [...]

Liberia: Illicit Miner Sues Villagers, Exposing His Own Crimes

23 April 2024

[Liberian Observer] Vambo -- The allegations in Lee Clutz' lawsuit against villagers in Togar Town and Pastor Town are grave: armed robbery and terroristic threat. [...]

Nigeria: NERC Transfers Regulatory Oversight of Enugu Electricity Market to State Govt

23 April 2024

[Premium Times] NERC noted that all transfers envisaged by this order should be completed by 22 October 2024 [...]

Africa: Corporate Council on Africa is Thrilled to Announce the Confirmed Participation of Several Government Officials who will be Joining Us at the 2024 U.S.-Africa Business Summit in Dallas, Texas on May 6-9, 2024

18 April 2024

[CCA] Their presence underscores the importance of fostering strong partnerships between the United States and Africa and highlights the commitment of both governments to enhancing trade and investment opportunities between our continents. [...]

Liberia: AML CEO Kick-Starts 'Community School Supply Initiative

23 April 2024

[New Republic] Over the weekend, Jozephus Coenen, the CEO of ArcelorMittal-Liberia, launched another round of ArcelorMittal-Liberia's 'Community School Supply Initiative.' [...]

Nigeria: Why Grid Collapse Persists in Nigeria - TCN

23 April 2024

[Premium Times] The TCN said the nation's power sector is currently faced with various challenges, impacting effective service delivery and the incessant collapse of the national grid [...]

Nigeria: Mixed Reactions Trail Video of Couple's Customised N200 Notes

23 April 2024

[Vanguard] A video circulating on social media has sparked controversy after it captured N200 notes featuring a couple's personalized photo and names. [...]

Nigeria: Aviation Fuel - Domestic Airlines Set to Cut Airfares

23 April 2024

[Vanguard] There are strong indications that domestic airlines operators may reduce ticket prices for passengers due to the imminent supply of aviation fuel, otherwise known as Jet A1, by Dangote Refinery. [...]

Nigeria: '24m Family Businesses Contribute $200bn to National Economy'

23 April 2024

[Daily Trust] Only 30 per cent of family businesses survive beyond their first generation, the Dean of the Lagos Business School, Professor Chris Ogbechie, has disclosed. [...]

Rwanda: Kigali Airport Outranks JKIA in Latest Rankings

23 April 2024

[Business Day Africa] Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA) is slipping from its once-held position as the premier regional hub, trailing two spots behind Kigali in the latest rankings. [...]

Kenya: UN Set to Establish Humanitarian Hub At Kenya's JKIA

23 April 2024

[Business Day Africa] The United Nations will establish a humanitarian logistics hub at the Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA), elevating Kenya to the status of the second African nation to host such critical infrastructure. [...]

Will Israeli army intelligence chief’s resignation lead to accountability?

23 April 2024

Major General Aharon Haliva acknowledged failure to warn of the October 7 attack. [...]

US universities crackdown on pro-Palestine protests

23 April 2024

University administrators crackdown on spreading pro-Palestine protests on US campuses [...]

Five takeaways from day two of Trump’s New York hush money trial testimony

23 April 2024

Prosecutors focus on 'catch and kill' scheme, accuse Trump of violating gag order in historic trial. [...]

‘Attacks on UNRWA have nothing to do with neutrality,’ Lazzarini says

23 April 2024

UNRWA head Philippe Lazzarini said that attacks on his agency are aimed at stripping Palestinians of refugee status. [...]

Hezbollah launches deepest attack inside Israel since Gaza war began

23 April 2024

The attack comes after Hezbollah said Israeli forces killed one of its fighters in southern Lebanon. [...]

Sunak promises to boost UK defence spending by 2030

23 April 2024

Prime Minister Rishi Sunak pledges to boost spending to 2.5% of GDP, putting the defence industry on a 'war footing'. [...]

‘Fire and forget’ in Gaza

23 April 2024

Those who survive Israel’s genocidal bombardment may not survive the sight of death and destruction it leaves behind. [...]

‘Catch and kill’ scheme takes centre stage at Trump hush-money trial

23 April 2024

A day after opening statements, prosecutors questions tabloid publisher over alleged effort to stifle bad press. [...]

Russian court rejects US journalist Evan Gershkovich’s detention appeal

23 April 2024

No date has been set yet for trial of reporter whose detention was extended in March by three months to June 30. [...]

Children among 16 dead after asylum-seeker boat capsizes off Djibouti: UN

23 April 2024

At least 28 others are missing after a boat carrying 77 asylum seekers sinks, according to the UN's migration agency. [...]

Five people die in attempt to cross English Channel to the UK

23 April 2024

Child among the dead hours after the British government approves a bill to deport some asylum seekers to Rwanda. [...]

Photos: 200 days of Israel’s war on Gaza

23 April 2024

Israel’s military has dropped 75,000 tonnes of explosives on the Gaza Strip, turning the infrastructure to rubble. [...]

In numbers: 200 days of Israel’s war on Gaza

23 April 2024

More than 34,000 Palestinians killed and vast swathes of the enclave are in ruins as Israel continues its assault. [...]

Manchester United manager ten Hag furious at FA Cup win reaction

23 April 2024

Struggling manager says making it to two finals in two years is 'magnificent' after his team blew a 3-0 lead. [...]

UK passes bill to deport asylum seekers to Rwanda: What’s next?

23 April 2024

Government has already chartered planes for deportations to start as early as July, but legal headaches far from over. [...]

EU lawmakers approve ‘right to repair’ law

23 April 2024

The European Parliament has approved rules allowing consumers to have worn-out products repaired by manufacturers. [...]

Sunak to announce UK’s ‘largest ever’ military support package for Ukraine

23 April 2024

The package includes missiles, armoured vehicles and funds to build swarms of new drones. [...]

Ukraine cuts consular services for potential conscripts lodged overseas

23 April 2024

Kyiv's top diplomat orders the move as war-torn country pushes to boost conscription. [...]

Are celebrities doing enough to stop the war on Gaza?

23 April 2024

Actors and artists have called for a ceasefire in Gaza. But are they doing enough with their platforms? [...]

As more bodies found, UN’s Turk ‘horrified’ by Gaza mass graves reports

23 April 2024

Volker Turk calls for independent inquiry after Palestinian authorities uncover hundreds of bodies at hospital. [...]

100,000 people evacuated from China flood zone

23 April 2024

Videos show cars being washed away and communities under water after major flooding in China. [...]

Indian PM Narendra Modi accused of ‘anti-Muslim hate speech’

23 April 2024

India’s Prime Minister Narendra Modi has been accused of hate speech targeting Muslims. [...]

Ukraine’s agriculture minister suspected of corrupt land grab

23 April 2024

Mykola Solsky promises 'maximum openness' in probe into illegal acquisition of state-owned land. [...]

‘I want to make up for mistakes’: The Russian POWs fighting for Ukraine

23 April 2024

Ex-Russian troops have been recruited to fight for anti-Kremlin militias that say they are aiding Ukraine's war effort. [...]

Far-right German politician’s aide arrested for spying for China

23 April 2024

Worries over efforts to sway upcoming EU elections rise, with MEP Krah also probed over Russian influence operation. [...]

Arrests at St George's Day event in London

23 April 2024

Six people are arrested following the event in central London. [...]

Sadiq Khan pledges crackdown on high street crime

23 April 2024

The plan by the Labour contender also involves investing £3m into youth workers. [...]

Murder investigation launched after two die in fire

23 April 2024

Police believe there may have been an incident outside the the house before the fire started. [...]

Heathrow staff to strike over outsourcing dispute

23 April 2024

Some 800 workers, including trolley staff and security guards, plan to walk out from 7 to 13 May. [...]

A wine a mile: Marathon runner tastes 25 glasses

23 April 2024

Tom Gilbey sampled 25 wines in a blind taste test challenge correctly identifying 21. [...]

Arrest after girl, 9, kidnapped in Knightsbridge

23 April 2024

A 56-year-old man is being held at a west London police station on suspicion of child kidnap. [...]

Tommy Robinson case collapses over police paperwork

23 April 2024

The case against the English Defence League founder collapses over incorrectly dated paperwork. [...]

Leadenhall Market serenaded with Morris dancing

23 April 2024

Watch when the Ewell St Mary’s Morris Men serenaded Leadenhall Market with traditional dancing. [...]

Leaseholders told they face costs of up to £99k each

23 April 2024

Leaseholders are challenging costs above £90,000 for refurbishment works and scaffolding removal. [...]

Lack of officers delays fatal school crash investigation

23 April 2024

The family of a girl killed when a car crashed into her school are told there are too few forensic experts. [...]

Iceland boss says marathon volunteers saved his life

23 April 2024

Richard Walker, managing director of the supermarket chain, collapsed just over a mile from the finish. [...]

Off-duty PCs catch suspected thief while on stag do

23 April 2024

The Met officers say they gave chase after a man tried to steal items from a restaurant in Barcelona. [...]

Tower block plan next to synagogue 'an obscenity'

23 April 2024

A second attempt is being made to build a high-rise building near the Bevis Marks synagogue. [...]

'I'm proud I came last at the London Marathon'

23 April 2024

Fred Tomlinson completes Sunday's race on Monday at the alternative finish line for slower runners. [...]

Stephen Lawrence murder investigation to be reviewed

22 April 2024

An independent police force will review the case, after Stephen's mother called for it to be reopened. [...]

Cigarette prices motivating more to give up - study

23 April 2024

The cost-of-living crisis is having an impact - but health concerns remain the top reason for quitting. [...]

PM has confidence in Met chief after protest row

22 April 2024

But the prime minister says Sir Mark Rowley still needs to rebuild the trust of the Jewish community. [...]

How would the next London mayor change the capital?

16 April 2024

We asked London's mayoral candidates what they would change in London ahead of polling day on 2 May. [...]

Night-time economy in alarming state - association

23 April 2024

Mayoral candidates have pledged to improve London nightlife with a variety of policies. [...]

Having a Mayor: Hustings... what hustings?

18 April 2024

This week, the BBC London trio discuss hustings and why few candidates are attending them this year. [...]

What is the London mayoral election?

19 March 2024

From bringing ID to postal voting, here's all you need to know about how to vote on 2 May. [...]

What does the mayor and the London Assembly do?

21 March 2024

With Londoners due to head to the polls on 2 May, the BBC looks at what the role means for the capital. [...]

The candidates vying to be the next London mayor

2 April 2024

The campaign to be the next London mayor has begun with the election due to be held on 2 May 2024. [...]

Fridge-wearing marathon runner gets down on one knee

21 April 2024

Daniel ran the London Marathon wearing a household fridge and proposed to his girlfriend en route. [...]

Man paralysed on one side eyes marathon world record

20 April 2024

Ahead of the big race, the lifelong Spurs fan met with defender Ben Davies for some encouragement. [...]

Markets digest bank earnings after recent turmoil

14 April 2023

Still haven't filed your taxes? Here's what you need to know

14 April 2023

So far this tax season, the IRS has received more than 90 million income tax returns for 2022. [...]

Retail spending fell in March as consumers pull back

14 April 2023

Spending at US retailers fell in March as consumers pulled back amid recessionary fears fueled by the banking crisis. [...]

Analysis: Fox News is about to enter the true No Spin Zone

14 April 2023

This is it. [...]

Silicon Valley Bank collapse renews calls to address disparities impacting entrepreneurs of color

13 April 2023

When customers at Silicon Valley Bank rushed to withdraw billions of dollars last month, venture capitalist Arlan Hamilton stepped in to help some of the founders of color who panicked about losing access to payroll funds. [...]

Not only is Lake Powell's water level plummeting because of drought, its total capacity is shrinking, too

21 March 2022

Lake Powell, the second-largest human-made reservoir in the US, has lost nearly 7% of its potential storage capacity since 1963, when Glen Canyon Dam was built, a new report shows. [...]

These were the best and worst places for air quality in 2021, new report shows

22 March 2022

Air pollution spiked to unhealthy levels around the world in 2021, according to a new report. [...]

Big-box stores could help slash emissions and save millions by putting solar panels on roofs. Why aren't more of them doing it?

20 March 2022

As the US attempts to wean itself off its heavy reliance on fossil fuels and shift to cleaner energy sources, many experts are eyeing a promising solution: your neighborhood big-box stores and shopping malls. [...]

Look of the Week: Blackpink headline Coachella in Korean hanboks

18 April 2023

Bringing the second day of this year's Coachella to a close, K-Pop girl group Blackpink made history Saturday night when they became the first Asian act to ever headline the festival. To a crowd of, reportedly, over 125,000 people, Jennie, Jisoo, Lisa and Rosé used the ground-breaking moment to pay homage to Korean heritage by arriving onstage in hanboks: a traditional type of dress. [...]

Scientists identify secret ingredient in Leonardo da Vinci paintings

30 March 2023

"Old Masters" such as Leonardo da Vinci, Sandro Botticelli and Rembrandt may have used proteins, especially egg yolk, in their oil paintings, according to a new study. [...]

How Playboy cut ties with Hugh Hefner to create a post-MeToo brand

11 April 2023

Hugh Hefner launched Playboy Magazine 70 years ago this year. The first issue included a nude photograph of Marilyn Monroe, which he had purchased and published without her knowledge or consent. [...]

'A definitive backslide.' Inside fashion's worrying runway trend

6 April 2023

Now that the Fall-Winter 2023 catwalks have been disassembled, it's clear one trend was more pervasive than any collective penchant for ruffles, pleated skirts or tailored coats. [...]

Michael Jordan's 1998 NBA Finals sneakers sell for a record $2.2 million

12 April 2023

In 1998, Michael Jordan laced up a pair of his iconic black and red Air Jordan 13s to bring home a Bulls victory during Game 2 of his final NBA championship — and now they are the most expensive sneakers ever to sell at auction. The game-winning sneakers sold for $2.2 million at Sotheby's in New York on Tuesday, smashing the sneaker auction record of $1.47 million, set in 2021 by a pair of Nike Air Ships that Jordan wore earlier in his career. [...]

The surreal facades of America's strip clubs

6 March 2023

Some people travel the world in search of adventure, while others seek out natural wonders, cultural landmarks or culinary experiences. But French photographer François Prost was looking for something altogether different during his recent road trip across America: strip clubs. [...]

Here's the real reason to turn on airplane mode when you fly

7 April 2023

We all know the routine by heart: "Please ensure your seats are in the upright position, tray tables stowed, window shades are up, laptops are stored in the overhead bins and electronic devices are set to flight mode." [...]

'I was up to my waist down a hippo's throat.' He survived, and here's his advice

12 April 2023

Paul Templer was living his best life. [...]

They bought an abandoned 'ghost house' in the Japanese countryside

10 April 2023

He'd spent years backpacking around the world, and Japanese traveler Daisuke Kajiyama was finally ready to return home to pursue his long-held dream of opening up a guesthouse. [...]

Relaxed entry rules make it easier than ever to visit this stunning Asian nation

31 March 2023

Due to its remoteness and short summer season, Mongolia has long been a destination overlooked by travelers. [...]

The most beautiful sections of China's Great Wall

18 September 2023

Having lived in Beijing for almost 12 years, I've had plenty of time to travel widely in China. [...]

10 December 2021

Nelly Cheboi, who creates computer labs for Kenyan schoolchildren, is CNN's Hero of the Year

12 December 2022

Celebrities and musicians are coming together tonight to honor everyday people making the world a better place. [...]

CNN Heroes: Sharing the Spotlight

10 December 2022

Donate now to a Top 10 CNN Hero

26 November 2021

Anderson Cooper explains how you can easily donate to any of the 2021 Top 10 CNN Heroes. [...]

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24 April 2024

It's official: now avoid credit card interest into 2024

24 April 2024