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Kenya: Treasury Tax Plan Targets Farm Produce, Drugs, and Green Tech
[Capital FM] Nairobi -- Kenyans may soon feel the pinch at the pharmacy, market, and even in their power bills if a raft of proposed tax changes in the Finance Bill 2025 sails through Parliament.
Published on: May 02, 2025 | Source:
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Sudan: 22 Years of Silence, Impunity in Darfur Led to Sudan War's Worst Atrocities Against Women and Children
[allAfrica] Sudan is an African crisis, and what's happening in Sudan is a manifestation of a very deep crisis that will affect, and is affecting, different countries across the continent. Since the beginning of this conflict and this campaign of atrocity that has been happening across Sudan. We, my colleagues and those in my organization ( Strategic Initiative for Women in the Horn of Africa - SIHA ), have been saying...
Published on: May 02, 2025 | Source:South Africa: 6-Year-Old Joshlin Smith's Mother, Co-Accused Found Guilty
[allAfrica] Cape Town -- Judge Nathan Erasmus found all three accused -- Joshlin Smith's mother, Racquel "Kelly" Smith, Jacquen "Boeta" Appollis, and Steveno van Rhyn -- guilty of human trafficking and kidnapping in connection with the disappearance of six-year-old Joshlin Smith. The judge ruled the State had successfully proven the charges based on consistent witness testimony and the conduct of the accused,...
Published on: May 02, 2025 | Source:Meta threatens to cut off Facebook in Nigeria over huge fines
The social media giant has challenged demands to pay $290m over regulatory violations.
Published on: May 02, 2025 | Source:Sudan: Paramilitary Shelling Hits Sudan's Presidential Palace
[New Era] Sudan's presidential palace in central Khartoum was shelled by the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF) yesterday, a military source said, the second such attack on the capital in a week.
Published on: May 02, 2025 | Source:Mauritius: Is the Mauritian Miracle Running On Fumes?
[ISS] Complacency must make way for economic reform and the strategic reinvention that once made Mauritius the darling of development economists.
Published on: May 02, 2025 | Source:Liberia: 'Mobilize Diaspora Unity As Springboard for Driving Development'
[New Republic] Lofa County Senator, Momo Cyrus has rallied citizens of Lofa County based in Worcester, State of Massachusetts USA to unite and use it to mobilize the development of Lofa County.
Published on: May 02, 2025 | Source:Zimbabwe: Two Foreign Nationals Nabbed At RGM Airport With Over 70kg of Skunk Cannabis
[263Chat] Two Thailand nationals were yesterday arrested at Robert Gabriel Mugabe International Airport after they were found in possession of four suitcases containing large quantities of high-grade cannabis.
Published on: May 02, 2025 | Source:Morocco: Morocco Deports 2 Journalists Trying to Enter Western Sahara
[CPJ] New York -- The Committee to Protect Journalists calls on Moroccan authorities to stop suppressing independent reporting from the occupied Western Sahara, after two Italian freelance journalists became the latest to be deported from the disputed territory.
Published on: May 02, 2025 | Source:Nigeria: Akpoti-Uduaghan Offered Me N200m to Accuse Akpabio of Organ Harvesting, Claims Dr Duru
[Leadership] A United States-based activist, Dr. Sandra Duru, also known as Professor Mgbeke, has submitted evidence of phone conversations between her and suspended Kogi Central Senator, Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, to relevant authorities in the US and other parts of the world for forensic analysis.
Published on: May 02, 2025 | Source:Ethiopia: Ethiopia Leads Push for Regional Energy Integration Via Hydropower Expansion
[Ethiopian Herald] ADDIS ABABA - Ethiopia is positioning itself as a regional energy powerhouse by expanding its electrification efforts and promoting cross-border energy integration in East Africa.
Published on: May 02, 2025 | Source:Ethiopia: Tangible Changes Being Recorded in Using Natural Fertilizers
[Ethiopian Herald] In Ethiopia, the use of natural fertilizers is growing in popularity as a sustainable and cost-effective alternative to chemical fertilizers. This trend is driven by factors like the increasing cost of chemical fertilizers and the need to improve soil health and crop productivity. Natural fertilizers, also known as organic fertilizers, include compost, manure, and other organic materials that enrich...
Published on: May 02, 2025 | Source:Nigeria: I'm Closer to Abuja Than Defectors - Alex Otti Laughs Off Defection Rumour
[Vanguard] Governor Alex Otti of Abia State has dismissed the speculation that he's planning to dump the Labour Party for the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC).
Published on: May 02, 2025 | Source:Nigeria: Govt Approves Dual Certification in Colleges of Education
[Vanguard] The federal government has approved a dual certification programme for federal colleges of education across the country.
Published on: May 02, 2025 | Source:Algeria: Somali Speaker Arrives in Algiers for Arab Parliament Summit
[Shabelle] Algiers, Algeria -- Somalia's Speaker of the House of the People, Sheikh Adan Mohamed Nur, arrived in Algiers on Thursday ahead of the Arab Parliament Speakers' Conference, where leaders are set to discuss regional challenges and the Palestinian crisis.
Published on: May 02, 2025 | Source:Somalia: China Praises Somalia's Ban On Taiwanese Passports, Affirms 'One China' Policy
[Shabelle] Beijing, May 2, 2025 -- China has praised Somalia's recent decision to ban the entry of Taiwanese passport holders, acknowledging the move as a strong demonstration of Somalia's adherence to the "One China" policy.
Published on: May 02, 2025 | Source:Nigeria: Imo Govt Backtracks On Chief Judge, Pledges to Obey NJC's Directive
[Premium Times] The NJC, on Wednesday, voided the appointment of the acting chief judge of Imo State for being in violation of the Nigerian Constitution.
Published on: May 02, 2025 | Source:Nigeria: 'Don't Spray Money, Use Basket, Bowl' - E-Money Advises Aftermath EFCC Release
[Premium Times] "Let's celebrate responsibly and avoid fines. Respect our currency. If you must give money at a party, make sure you..."
Published on: May 02, 2025 | Source:Somalia: Somalia's Parliamentary Speaker Arrives in Algeria for Arab Inter-Parliamentary Congress
[Radio Dalsan] The Speaker of the House of the People of the Federal Parliament of Somalia, Mohamed Sheikh Aden (Aadan Madobe), has arrived in Algiers, Algeria, to take part in the 38th Congress of the Arab Inter-Parliamentary Union (UIPA).
Published on: May 02, 2025 | Source:Somalia: UN Calls for Urgent Aid As Floods Displace Over 45,000 in Somalia
[Radio Dalsan] The United Nations Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA) has issued an urgent appeal for humanitarian assistance to support over 45,000 people affected by recent floods across Somalia.
Published on: May 02, 2025 | Source:Somalia: Somali Police Chief Chairs High-Level Meeting On Security and Countering Human Trafficking
[Radio Dalsan] The Commander of the Somali Police Force, Major General Asad Osman Abdullahi, presided over a high-level meeting today with heads of departments and various units of the police force.
Published on: May 02, 2025 | Source:Namibia: UN Namibia Condemns Violence Against Women and Girls
[Namibia Economist] The United Nations (UN) Namibia expressed its deepest condolences to the families and communities affected by the brutal killings of young girls in Okahandja and strongly condemns the killings.
Published on: May 02, 2025 | Source:South Africa: Police Rescue 44 Illegal Immigrants Locked in a House in Sandton
[SAnews.gov.za] The South African Police Service (SAPS) has rescued 44 illegal immigrants, who were found locked in a house in Parkmore, Sandton.
Published on: May 02, 2025 | Source:Sudan: Civilians Trapped, Children at Risk, Amid Escalating Violence in Darfur
[Unicef] Statement by UNICEF Representative to Sudan Sheldon Yett
Published on: May 02, 2025 | Source:Benin: Wave of Attacks on Press Freedom Highlights Urgent Need to Reform Digital Code
[AI London] The Benin authorities' recent wave of sanctions against independent media outlets highlights the urgent need to protect press freedom in the country, said Amnesty International, Reporters Without Borders (RSF) and Internet Without Borders. The call comes as Benin's parliament debates revisions to the Digital Code - legislation critical to the protection of a free press and freedom of expression.
Published on: May 02, 2025 | Source:Africa: Don't Close the Embassies. I Saw What Happens When We Do.
[allAfrica] I remember when the U.S. Embassy in Bangui, Central African Republic, closed in 2012. The country was edging toward collapse, and at the very moment diplomacy was needed most, America stepped back.
Published on: May 02, 2025 | Source:Africa: Historic Climate Justice Petition to Be Submitted to the African Court by Civil Society
[CIVICUS] In a landmark move for environmental justice and human rights in Africa, the African Climate Platform, Resilient40, Natural Justice and Environmental Lawyer Collective for
Published on: May 02, 2025 | Source:Retrenchments, AI, cost of living behind SA’s labour crisis
Unions and employers must strike a delicate balance between rights and responsibilities in an evolving workplace
Published on: May 02, 2025 | Source:Professional development of natural sciences teachers in cape winelands education district
Advancing Knowledge Non-Profit Company (AK NPC) has continued with its professional development programme for Natural Sciences educators into the second term of the school year. During the first term, the programme dealt with Life Sciences as stipulated by the CAPS curriculum for Natural Sciences at both Intermediate Phase (grades 4-6) and senior phase (grades 7-9). […]
Published on: May 02, 2025 | Source:Timing the rand: A South African perspective on monthly NFP trading strategies
The United States Non-Farm Payrolls (NFP) report, released on the first Friday of each month, has long stood as one of the most influential economic indicators on the global stage. The data captures employment trends in sectors outside farming, military and government, offering a snapshot of U.S. labor market health. For traders worldwide, particularly in […]
Published on: May 02, 2025 | Source:Riffs, rage and racers: Africa's top shots
A selection of the week's best photos from across the African continent and beyond.
Published on: May 02, 2025 | Source:Rwanda: Healing Through Sport - Umulisa's Journey From Trauma to Tennis Advocate
[New Times] It is true that sports can be a powerful tool for trauma healing and can offer immense benefits such as increased mental health, physical fitness and resilience, as well as fostering social cohesion but for Joseline Umulisa, Tennis has been much more than just a sport.
Published on: May 02, 2025 | Source:Zimbabwe: Recall the Broadcasting Services Amendment Bill Before It Is Signed Into Law - Misa Appeals to Govt
[New Zimbabwe] The Media Institute of Southern Africa (MISA) Zimbabwe has urged the Zimbabwean government to shelve the new Broadcasting Services Bill and allow a national forum to reconsider its nature, warning that if it is signed into law in its current form, it will set Zimbabwe back.
Published on: May 02, 2025 | Source:Cryptic Crossword JDE 478
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Published on: May 02, 2025 | Source:South Africa: Police Find Vehicle of Dead Police Officers - South African News Briefs - May 2, 2025
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