The uMngeni-uThukela Water Board has implemented water curtailment throughout eThekwini Municipality, as the demand for water in the area exceeds supply capacity. This follows a recent announcement made jointly by eThekwini Municipality Mayor Cyril Xaba and the uMngeni-uThukela Water Board. Curtailment to combat high water usageXaba said the curtailment is meant to enable continued water availability, including during periods of below-average rainfall. Xaba emphasised that the water curtailment is not water shedding, where there is a schedule for water cuts at certain times. eThekwini Municipality commissions two vital water supply projectsThe city will be implementing the following interventionsInstallation of restrictors in water meters to all consumers.
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October 11, 2024 15:49 UTC
Kenya-based music service Mdundo has passed 36 million monthly active users (MAU), and is now prioritising hyperlocal markets to enhance the reach and impact of both its artists and advertisers, focusing on tailored content in key regions across the continent. Launched in Kenya in 2013, Mdundo has become Africa’s leading pan-African music service, dedicated to providing music easily and legally across Africa. The company listed its shares on the Nasdaq First North Growth Market Denmark in 2020, and subsequently saw a big boost in uptake, with 30.8 million monthly active users listening to music from over 172,000 content providers. By localising content, Mdundo also adds incremental value to its advertising clients. “Our commitment is to deliver consistent and meaningful earnings, helping individual artists grow while fostering the broader development of Africa’s music industry,” said Martin Nielsen, CEO of Mdundo.
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October 11, 2024 15:39 UTC
Pinelope the Spokestree and Our Team Join Forces With Reading Is Fundamental To Inspire Young ReadersPublished 4 hours ago Submitted by International Paper CompanyWASHINGTON, DC - Our "spokestree" Pinelope joined International Paper (IP) team members at a local school to promote literacy with Reading Is Fundamental (RIF). We believe reading is fundamental, and it looks like these kids do, too! To support or learn more about Reading Is Fundamental and the Books for Ownership initiative click here. About International Paper - EMEAIn Europe, Middle East & Africa (EMEA), International Paper focuses on the production and marketing of fiber-based packaging and specialty pulp, employing approximately 4,400 people. Other products available from International Paper in the region include a variety of Kraft linerboard and other pulp products.
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October 11, 2024 14:32 UTC
Earlier Friday, cross-border fire from Lebanon killed a young man from Thailand who was working on a farm in the north of Israel. The crisis response unit report also recorded 57 airstrikes and incidents of shelling in the past day, mostly concentrated in southern Lebanon, the southern suburbs of Beirut and the Bekaa Valley. The force, known as UNIFIL, said the explosions went off close to an observation tower at its headquarters in the southern Lebanese town of Naqoura. It also said an Israeli army bulldozer hit the perimeter of another of its positions in southern Lebanon while Israeli tanks moved nearby. JERUSALEM — Cross-border fire from Lebanon killed a young worker from Thailand in the north of Israel early Friday, Israel’s military said.
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October 11, 2024 14:17 UTC
"All seven crew members on board were picked up and brought to shore," they said, later adding that some of them had sustained minor injuries. Emergency service vessels were fighting the fire and more rescue crew headed on helicopters to the ship, about 4.5 kilometres (three miles) off shore. The statement added that the ship was in the Mecklenburger Bay in waters between the towns of Kuehlungsborn and Warnemuende. Rescuers said about four hours after the blast that the fire was still burning inside the hull and that rescue crew were assessing whether they could go onboard the vessel to douse the flames. Asked about the risk of a capsize or oil spill by AFP, a central command spokesman said "the investigation is ongoing".
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October 11, 2024 13:36 UTC
The databook is designed to serve as a comprehensive guide to navigating this sector. The databook focuses on market statistics denoted in the form of revenue and y-o-y growth and CAGR across the globe and regions. A detailed competitive and opportunity analyses related to respiratory disease vaccine market will help companies and investors design strategic landscapes. Viral vaccine was the largest segment with a revenue share of 54.84% in 2023. Horizon Databook has segmented the North America respiratory disease vaccine market based on viral vaccine, bacterial vaccine, combination vaccine covering the revenue growth of each sub-segment from 2018 to 2030.
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October 11, 2024 13:23 UTC
The databook is designed to serve as a comprehensive guide to navigating this sector. The databook focuses on market statistics denoted in the form of revenue and y-o-y growth and CAGR across the globe and regions. A detailed competitive and opportunity analyses related to carbonated beverages market will help companies and investors design strategic landscapes. Soft drinks was the largest segment with a revenue share of 52.95% in 2019. Horizon Databook has segmented the Middle East & Africa carbonated beverages market based on soft drinks, water, sports & energy drinks covering the revenue growth of each sub-segment from 2016 to 2027.
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October 11, 2024 13:22 UTC
Oil and gas dependent Algeria launched the first episode of its trade war against France by banning imports of French wheat. The Algerian military-held state criticizes France for its sovereign decision to back Morocco’s sovereignty over the Sahara. Meanwhile, most of French exports to Algeria are manufactured goods and foodstuff. Algeria’s trade war with France could further undermine the Algerian economy which reported a surplus of some 2.5 billion euros in trade with France. While France can easily replace Algerian gas, if need be, Algeria cannot find alternative markets to import fresh produce and manufactured goods without affecting prices domestically, where inflation is already double digit.
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October 11, 2024 13:22 UTC
Dublin, Oct. 11, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The "Growth Opportunities for the Grid-scale Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) Industry" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering. This study provides a regional-level forecast and analysis of how grid-scale BESS capacity and investments will evolve by 2035. Global grid-scale battery energy storage system (BESS) deployment experienced unprecedented growth in 2023, expanding 159.5% from 2022. BESS has rapidly become the fastest-growing clean energy technology, driven by the growth of wind and solar and the need for grid flexibility. The publisher forecasts cumulative grid-scale BESS capacity to grow nearly eight-fold, reaching 549.93 GW/1,549.02 GWh by 2030.
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October 11, 2024 13:08 UTC
That is according to Wimbart, an award-winning PR agency specialising in business and technology sectors across Africa, which has released its second annual report – “Startup Performance Reporting in Africa: Aligning Startup and Investor Expectations. This disconnect creates ongoing challenges for investor confidence and highlights a gap between what founders report and what investors find valuable. “This year’s report takes a step forward by incorporating the voices of startup founders, opening up the dialogue. To address these gaps, the report outlines key recommendations to improve investor-startup relationships, including:Investors to communicate reporting requirements, cadence and expectations to founders; provide templates to help founders meet reporting expectations. To access the inaugural Investor Comms Report: “Startup Performance Reporting in Africa 2023”, click here.
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October 11, 2024 12:19 UTC
ATHENS, Greece (AP) — Greek authorities say a group of 75 migrants crossing to Europe from North Africa has been rescued from a crippled boat south of the island of Crete. The coast guard said Friday the migrants, who are believed to have set off from eastern Libya, were picked up in the Mediterranean Sea by a merchant ship after issuing a distress call. The long voyage from Libya to Crete has emerged this year as a new route for people from Africa, the Middle East and Asia to seek a better life in Europe. KTVZ NewsChannel 21 is committed to providing a forum for civil and constructive conversation. You can review our Community Guidelines by clicking hereIf you would like to share a story idea, please submit it here.
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October 11, 2024 10:29 UTC
A recent analysis by Fitch Solutions regarding the impacts of a broader war in the Middle East on the economies of various countries reveals that Greece’s economy is quite exposed to a potential escalation in the region. Describing the risks stemming from the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region, the Fitch’s BMI report highlights that net oil imports from the region amount to 6.9% of its GDP, and energy accounts for 8.2% of the Consumer Price Index basket. It further stresses that Greece’s high public debt, exacerbates its vulnerability to economic disruptions related to oil supply and price fluctuations. Data shows that Greece’s dependence on Middle Eastern oil is the highest among developed economies, as is its reliance on exports to the Middle East and North African region. Specifically the Greek economy is considered the sixth most exposed, with a score of 34.6 points.
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October 11, 2024 10:04 UTC
ATHENS, Greece (AP) — More than 230 migrants reached Greece in small boats over the past two days, including a rare case of a crossing from north Africa to Greece’s southern mainland, authorities said Friday. Nearly half the arrivals announced Friday were people who took a new route from eastern Libya that has emerged this year and is longer and riskier than the more common crossing from Turkey. The coast guard said 75 migrants who had departed from eastern Libya were rescued Friday from a crippled boat south of the island of Crete. The coast guard said Friday that 38 people who had left Benghazi in eastern Libya were found in southern mainland Greece — a slightly more distant destination than Crete. They were found Thursday, after spending two days crossing the Mediterranean.
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October 11, 2024 09:22 UTC
Africa File, October 10, 2024: AUSSOM Challenges; Fano Counteroffensive; DRC Attacks FDLR; Mali’s Northern Challenges; Togo Border PressureAuthors: Liam Karr, Kathryn Tyson, and Yale FordData Cutoff: October 10, 2024, at 10 a.m.Editor's Note: The Critical Threats Project at the American Enterprise Institute publishes these updates with support from the Institute for the Study of War. Fano attacks have remained at consistent levels since the ENDF launched its campaign on October 1. Fano conducted 16 attacks targeting the ENDF from September 20 to 26, compared with 21 attacks from September 27 to October 3. Fano Attacks Targeting the ENDF in the Amhara RegionSource: Kathryn Tyson; Armed Conflict Location and Event Data Project. The main Jama’at Nusrat al Islam (JNIM) attack targeted the military base in Ber, beginning with three suicide vehicle-borne improvised explosive devices (SVBIEDs) followed by additional militants.
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October 11, 2024 01:39 UTC
The UK Foreign Office subsequently deemed the whole country off-limits; the Tunis office closed and Uncle Tigs never saw Tunisia again. Although Tunisian wine is exported in great quantities to mainland Europe, it rarely reaches British shores, which is a terrible shame. Uncle Tigs never told me whether he came here but I am in no doubt that he did. Hammamet beach breakThe sandy beach in Hammamet GETTY IMAGESTunisia excels at spring and autumn sunshine, so look into a last-minute or early-bird booking in October or April. Details Three nights’ full board from £1,340pp, including transfers, guide and excursions including wine tastings (sawataste.com).
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October 10, 2024 23:22 UTC