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Africa 

South Africa’s Ramaphosa to sign health insurance bill into law

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South Africa’s President Cyril Ramaphosa is set to sign a national health bill on Wednesday, aiming to ensure health coverage for all citizens, according to the country’s presidency. The bill, widely supported by voters, comes just before the May 29 national election, posing a significant test for the ruling African National Congress. Costing billions, the bill was approved by lawmakers… Read More
Europe 

Security Council hears of relentless attacks against civilians and infrastructure in Ukraine

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Lisa Doughten, OCHA’s director of financing and partnerships, said relentless hostilities continue along the border with Russia and on the frontline.  Following several waves of attacks, Ukraine’s second largest city, Kharkiv, was struck again that day, injuring 15 civilians, she reported.  Thousands evacuated  “These attacks have triggered yet more displacement from border and frontline communities. As of today, authorities report… Read More
Africa 

ICC Prosecutor outlines roadmap to complete Libya war crimes probe

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That “roadmap”, Prosecutor Karim Khan explained, details a focused set of activities over the next 18 months and beyond “to significantly expand the impact of our action” in Libya. Once the investigative phase is complete, the focus will shift to judicial proceedings, including tracking and arresting fugitives and conducting trials, as well as strengthening engagement with Libyan authorities and international… Read More
Entertainment Lifestyle 

How Def Jam Chairman/CEO Tunji Balogun Plans To Turn Iconic Label Into The Destination For ‘Global Black Music’

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by Jeroslyn JoVonn May 14, 2024 Def Jam Chairman/CEO Tunji Balogun plans to turn the iconic label into the premiere destination for “global Black music.” Def Jam Chairman/CEO Tunji Balogun is laying out his big plans for the future of the iconic record label and how he will turn it into the premiere destination for “global Black music.” Balogun is… Read More
Entertainment Lifestyle 

Controversial Musician Portable Arrested for Unpaid Debt on G-Wagon Purchase

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Controversial Nigerian musician, Portable, whose real name is Habeeb Okikiola, has been arrested by the Lagos State Police Command for failing to settle the remaining balance on a G-Wagon SUV he purchased from a car dealer in Lagos. Portable, known for hit songs like “Zazuu” and collaborations with artists like Olamide, paid only N13 million out of the N27 million… Read More
Africa 

Israel celebrates 76th independence anniversary amid months-long war in Gaza

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Israelis celebrated Independence Day in Tel Aviv on Tuesday amid its months-long war in Gaza and concern over the fate of remaining hostages. As with previous years, Israelis celebrated the day – this year marked from Monday evening through Tuesday – with barbecues filling up entire parks across the country. But in the shadow of the conflict in Gaza and… Read More
Africa 

Ivory Coast: Summit coordinates road maintenance investment and strategy

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Collective action on investment is needed to raise the quality of the African road network. This was one of the recommendations at the official opening ceremony of the 21st General Assembly of the Association of African Road Maintenance Funds (AFERA) that took place Monday in Abidjan the Ivorian capital. The event with the theme “Towards sustainable financing of road funds for… Read More
Africa 

UN envoy decries continued political stalemate in Libya

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The oil-rich nation has grappled with multiple challenges since the overthrow of President Muammar Gaddafi in 2011. The postponement of national elections, originally planned for December 2021, has further deepened the crisis. Last November, UN Special Representative Abdoulaye Bathily invited leaders of Libya’s five key institutions – the Government of National Unity, the House of Representatives, the High Council of… Read More
Entertainment Lifestyle 

Music Legend Stevie Wonder Granted Ghana Citizenship (Video)

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American music legend Stevie Wonder has been granted Ghanaian citizenship, taking the Oath of Allegiance and receiving his Certificate of Citizenship at a ceremony in Ghana’s Jubilee House before President Akufo-Addo.  Though born in Michigan, Wonder had been a longtime admirer of the West African country and announced three years ago his desire to be a citizen. Known for hits… Read More
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