Human Rights Watch alerts to Tunisia’s authoritarian drift under President Saied – The North Africa Post
With thousands jailed for expressing dissent, destroyed checks and balances and an undermined civil society, Tunisia has backpedaled to autocracy following a crackdown on civil liberties by a president bent on continuing his power grab, Human Rights Watch said. “Tunisia experienced further regression in terms of human rights and the rule of law during 2023 in the absence of genuine checks and balances on President Kais Saied’s power… The government has taken new steps to muzzle free speech, prosecute dissent, and crack down on migrants and asylum seekers,” the international rights watchdog said in a recent report. “Over the past year, President Saied jailed dozens of his opponents and critics, fueled racism and xenophobia against Black migrants and refugees, and threatened the activities of civil society,” the report quoted Salsabil Chellali, Tunisia director at Human Rights Watch, as saying. Within a year, Tunisian authorities stepped up crackdown on dissent, arresting and prosecuting lawyers, activists and journalists. Black Africans suffered persecution after xenophobic statements by the country’s president, which unleashed a wave of aggressions on migrants across the country, HRW recalled.
Source:The North Africa Journal
January 13, 2024 13:01 UTC
Bringing Healthcare to Kenyans Who Live on the Move
A health facility, based in Mlolongo, on the busy Nairobi-Mombasa highway, attracts a steady flow of patients. As well as workers and residents from the area, it also treats drivers from the truckers’ rest stop across the road, as one of 19 roadside health facilities run by the nonprofit North Star Alliance, offering priority healthcare to mobile populations. The organisation, which constructs clinics out of shipping containers, has set up facilities along major transport routes, transit towns, and border crossings across east and southern Africa to increase mobile workers’ access to medical services. Many of the NGO’s health centres are along the northern corridor, one of east Africa’s busiest transport routes, which connects several countries in the region. SOURCE: THE GUARDIAN
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January 13, 2024 13:00 UTC
Israel’s war on Gaza updates: No fuel at Al-Aqsa Hospital, patients at risk
Israel’s war on Gaza updates: No fuel at Al-Aqsa Hospital, patients at riskThe Gaza Media Office says generators have shut off at the hospital and that ICU and nursery patients are in danger
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January 13, 2024 12:15 UTC
Rwanda poised to invest in tourism in Gabon – The North Africa Post
Rwanda Development Board (RDB) is mulling plans to invest in Gabon’s tourism sector in a bid to make travel easy for visitors of the two countries. RDB chairman Francis Gatare led a delegation that met this week with General Brice Clotaire Oligui Nguema, the transitional leader of the central African country. Talks between the two sides reportedly touched on opportunities in tourism and investment promotion. Both countries agreed to put in place investment programs that will enable investors from both sides to relate and do business easily. Talks also covered South-South cooperation that seeks to develop close collaboration between the two countries in the tourism and business sectors, and to strengthen know-how between the countries of the continent, Gabon Review reports.
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January 13, 2024 12:07 UTC
Countdown to AFCON 2023: Most Anticipated Games, Top Contenders and Star Players
However, their inconsistencies mean nothing if you look at the players who have been selected for the assignment. As Iwobi puts it, this might be the Super Eagle’s time to win their third Afcon title after the 1982, 1994, and 2013 successes. Most of the playing unit is made up of Mamelodi Sundowns players who recently won the African Football League. The Super Eagles will have to do without Leicester City midfielder Wilfred Ndidi and Nottingham Forest forward Taiwo Awoniyi who had to undergo surgery on his groin. Victor Boniface also announced on Monday that he’ll not be playing for the Super Eagles during the competition due to an injury.
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January 13, 2024 12:07 UTC
Euphoria engulfs Abidjan as TotalEnergies CAF AFCON fever grips Cote d’Ivoire
Cote d’Ivoire's capital has been transformed into a sea of colour and noise as the TotalEnergies CAF Africa Cup of Nations hype shifts into overdrive. Buses full of supporters have arrived from neighbouring countries like Burkina Faso, Ghana, Mali, Senegal Mauritania, and Nigeria in recent days. "The atmosphere here is amazing already," said Morocco fan Hassan El Bakkali told CafOnline.com in Abidjan on Saturday morning. But the AFCON passion is not confined to the Ivorian capital, with millions across Africa eagerly counting down to kick-off. But this weekend, all eyes are on Abidjan as Cote d’Ivoire prepares to host the world's most thrilling sporting spectacle.
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January 13, 2024 11:39 UTC
Standard Chartered Digital Transformation Strategy Analysis Report 2023: Accelerators, Incubators, and Other Innovation Programs
DUBLIN, Jan. 12, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The "Standard Chartered - Digital Transformation Strategies" company profile has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering. Research_and_Markets_LogoThis report provides insight into Standard Chartered's fintech activities, including its digital transformation strategies, its innovation programs, its technology initiatives, its estimated ICT budget, and its major ICT contracts. Standard Chartered is a global financial services provider that offers a range of personal, wholesale, private, SME, and business banking solutions. It also offers investment products and life, health, medical, home, and auto insurance. Standard Chartered formed an alliance with Bahrain FinTech Bay to nurture and support innovative startups operating in the Middle East and North Africa.
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January 13, 2024 10:46 UTC
A Confident Africa Is Spreading Afrobeats to the World
The 2020’s decade is already well underway, and with it a cultural movement of epic proportions has emerged from the African continent. Afrobeats, from the rich musical heritage of Africa, fuses traditional rhythms with modern influences to create an irresistible tapestry of sound. Songs like “Zombie” by Fela Kuti critique oppressive regimes, while “African Giant” by Burna Boy celebrates African resilience and unity. This musical renaissance has united Africa, reclaiming its narrative and breaking free from the chains of colonial history. A conversation about celebrating cultural heritage would be remiss without paying homage to Burna Boy.
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January 13, 2024 10:20 UTC
Continental experience will be key for us – Khuliso Mudau
South African national team defender, Khuliso Mudau believes the experience of key players on the continent will come in handy when Bafana Bafana attempts to relive their 1996 success of the TotalEnergies CAF Africa Cup of Nations. I think it will help us a lot to have players who play in the Champions League. In addition to Mudau and his Sundowns teammates, Bafana Bafana have the in-form Percy Tau who not only has continental experience, but recently came back with a bronze medal from the FIFA Club World Cup with Egyptian giants, Al Ahly. The team is also led by former TotalEnergies CAF AFCON winner, Hugo Broos who guided Cameroon to the title in 2017. An experienced coach and I believe if we can apply exactly what he wants us to apply, we can make it” concluded Mudau.
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January 13, 2024 09:16 UTC
Top 5 Meme Coins in January 2024: Meet the Trendsetters: DogeCoin, ApeMax, Shiba Inu, Bonk, Corgi AI
Among these trendsetters are Dogecoin, Bonk, ApeMax, Shiba Inu, and Corgi AI. A Closer Look at The Best Meme Coins of January 2024Dogecoin (DOGE)Dogecoin, a pioneer in the meme coin category, was launched in 2013 and gained popularity with its distinct branding. Corgi AI (CORGIAI)CorgiAi, a 2023-launched meme coin, witnessed significant growth in November and late December 2023. Predicting which meme coin will “pump” in 2024 is incredibly difficult due to the inherent volatility and dependence on various unpredictable factors. Notable among these emerging meme coins are ApeMax, Corgi AI, Bonk, and more, each boasting unique features catering to specific subsets within the meme coin community.
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January 13, 2024 09:11 UTC
Best Cryptos in 2024: Top Cryptocurrencies Today Featuring ApeMax, Bitcoin, Ethereum, BNB, Solana, Ripple, Cardano, and Avalanche
The world of cryptocurrency saw a significant increase in activity in 2023, marked by notable price increases in major cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin, Ethereum, Solana and the introduction of innovative newcomers such as the Boost-to-Earn token, ApeMax. With the arrival of 2024, the crypto market is preparing for what could be a game-changing year. Bitcoin (BTC)As the pioneer of crypto, Bitcoin continues to be the digital gold standard, boasting unparalleled security and decentralization. In ConclusionAs we navigate through 2024, the crypto market shows signs of dynamism fueled by bullish sentiment. ApeMax, alongside Bitcoin, Ethereum, and other innovative coins, exemplifies the continuous creativity within the industry.
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January 13, 2024 08:49 UTC
The world’s most powerful passports in 2024
The two Asian nations have dominated 1st place on the index (which ranks all the world’s passports according to the number of destinations their holders can access without a prior visa) for the past five years. “The average number of destinations travelers are able to access visa-free has nearly doubled from 58 in 2006 to 111 in 2024. It has been a decade since the UK and the US jointly held 1st place on the index in 2014. “In 2024, 40 countries making up over 50% of global GDP will undergo decisive elections, including the US and several other major powers. “Kenya and Rwanda are the first major political and economic powers to offer completely visa-free access to international and continental visitors.
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January 13, 2024 07:23 UTC
Electrolux Group reports loss in the fourth quarter
STOCKHOLM, Jan. 12, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Electrolux Group announced today that operating income, excluding non-recurring items, in the fourth quarter of 2023 is estimated to be approx. Net sales in the fourth quarter for the Group is estimated to be approx. Income for the period for the Group in the fourth quarter will be negatively impacted by a write down related to US tax credits of approx. The net negative impact from non-recurring items in the fourth quarter of approx. Electrolux will not make any further comments until the final fourth quarter report has been published.
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January 13, 2024 07:11 UTC
Middle East’s economic woes to drive interest in 'stablecoins' in 2024
January 13, 2024Already, 2024 looks like a strong year for the crypto industry in the Middle East and North Africa. The region, which has emerged as one of the world’s fastest-growing and most important markets for decentralized finance, saw almost $400 billion worth of crypto activity between July 2022 and June 2023, making it the world’s sixth largest crypto economy. Hopes are high despite the industry facing a number of controversies over the past couple of years. In December Binance, the world’s largest cryptocurrency exchange, withdrew its application for a license to manage a collective investment fund with Abu Dhabi’s financial regulator. The license would have allowed Binance to offer clients the opportunity to invest their crypto in an investment trust managed by the company, helping Binance expand its offerings in the Middle East.
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January 13, 2024 06:19 UTC
Electrolux posts Q4 operating loss, North America struggles
STOCKHOLM - Electrolux Group has reported a challenging fourth quarter, with operating losses reaching SEK -0.7 billion, and its North America division experiencing a significant downturn, posting a loss of SEK -1.4 billion ($1 = SEK10.29). The company's net sales for the quarter stood at approximately SEK 35.6 billion, marking an organic decrease of roughly -1%. The total operating income for the period was negative, at SEK -3.2 billion, which includes substantial non-recurring charges close to SEK -2.5 billion. Despite these difficulties, Electrolux anticipates that efficiency and volume outputs at the Springfield plant will return to normal by the end of 2024. Looking ahead, Electrolux is optimistic about its financial health, forecasting an operating cash flow after investments of around SEK 3 billion for the full year.
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January 13, 2024 05:35 UTC