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University of Ghana launches project to advance women in STEM

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– – A project titled, “Transforming Institutions to Advance women leaders in Science Technology Engineering and Mathematics (STEM): Lessons from Ghana and Kenya” (SISTARS) has been launched by the Vice-Chancellor (VC) of the University of Ghana, Prof. Nana Aba Appiah Amfo. The function was chaired by Prof. Boateng Onwona-Agyeman, Provost, College of Basic and Applied Science. The project is led… Read More
Africa Business World 

WTO waives intellectual property rights to support vaccine production in Africa

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– – The World Trade Organisation (WTO) announced in June 2022 an agreement to waive the intellectual property rights that usually apply in the manufacturing of vaccines, to assist the production of COVID-19 vaccines in developing countries. The measures were proposed to the WTO by the South African and Indian governments, with other developing countries supporting the move. The waiver… Read More
Africa Investments 

Jule Naharesy: A fisherman’s catch of success

Elwin Mandowa,
The sea ripples with shallow turquoise waters, split as far as the eye can see by tapered pirogues loaded with fishermen. Welcome to Toliara – formerly Tulear – the coastal capital of southwest Madagascar and one of the most prominent import/export hubs in the country. Here, artisanal fishing has been practiced since the dawn of time. This is the region… Read More
Africa Investments 

New digital data collection tool, RASME, will help Uganda address project delays

Elwin Mandowa,
A new digital platform will accelerate data collection in Uganda, which could greatly speed up project implementation. The recently launched Remote Appraisal, Supervision, Monitoring and Evaluation (RASME) tool in Uganda will improve the collection of project-related data in African Development Bank projects. RASME is helpful for government officials, project implementing units, beneficiaries, development partners and Bank operations staff because it… Read More
Africa Investments 

Nigerian winner of Fashionomics Africa competition says sustainable design, mentorship key to success

Elwin Mandowa,
When Nigerian designer Gift Raji found out that her clothing and accessory designs had won Fashionomics Africa’s $3,000 prize for sustainable fashion, it wasn’t only the cash prize that had her excited. The founder and creative director of Lagos-based brand Lohije said she saw the win as an opportunity to bring Africa’s sustainable styles to the world. “It’s more than… Read More
Africa East Africa World 

Kenya: Raila Odinga rejects presidential election results

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– – Kenya’s opposition leader, Raila Odinga has rejected the presidential election results announced on Monday by election officials. The country’s deputy President William Ruto was declared winner of the country’s presidential election held on August 9. Kenya’s top election official announced that William Ruto won the presidential election with 50.49% of the vote as against 48.5% secured by opposition… Read More
Africa East Africa World 

Kenya election officials set to announce final results

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– – Kenyan election officials are set to announce the final results of the country’s presidential poll. Deputy President William Ruto and opposition leader Raila Odinga are neck and neck in results reported so far by media. Slow progress by the electoral commission in tallying last week Tuesday’s vote has sparked anxiety in the country as citizens await to know… Read More
Africa South Africa Sports World 

Top South African Online Casino Guide SouthAfricanCasinos.co.za Negotiates No Deposit Bonus

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– – The Top South African online casino and online gambling guide, www.SouthAfricanCasinos.co.za has managed to ink a lucrative deal with Springbok Casino, bringing players more rewards potential through bonuses than ever before. Always on the lookout for special deals for its online casino fans, SouthAfricanCasinos.co.za negotiated an enhanced exclusive no deposit bonus for all new players who sign up… Read More
Africa West Africa World 

Sierra Leone’s President says protests were to overthrow his government

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– – Sierra Leone’s president, Julius Maada Bio, on Friday said recent anti-government protests that turned deadly were meant to overthrow his government. He was addressing the nation for the first time since the protests that lead to the deaths of six police officers and at least 21 civilians. The protests were over alleged economic hardships and bad governance by… Read More
Africa West Africa World 

Sierra Leone’s President says protests were to overthrow his government

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– – Sierra Leone’s president, Julius Maada Bio, on Friday said recent anti-government protests that turned deadly were meant to overthrow his government. He was addressing the nation for the first time since the protests that lead to the deaths of six police officers and at least 21 civilians. The protests were over alleged economic hardships and bad governance by… Read More
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