The Central Emergency Response Fund (CERF) releases US$350,000 to support people-centred initiatives in the humanitarian response in Cameroon
The Under-Secretary-General and Emergency Relief Coordinator, Martin Griffiths, approved the allocation of US$350,000 from the Central Emergency Response Fund (CERF) to support people-centred accountability initiative in the humanitarian response in Cameroon. “Taking account of, giving account to, and being held to account by the people we seek to assist are the priority for the humanitarian community,” the Humanitarian Coordinator ad interim, Mr. Siaka Coulibaly said. In 2023, the humanitarian response plan is targeting 2,7 million vulnerable people, in particular in the Far North, North-West, South-West and eastern regions. The humanitarian community remains mobilized to further strengthen accountability to affected people (AAP) and response to support people in need. Distributed by APO Group on behalf of Office for Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA).
Source:The North Africa Journal
December 28, 2023 13:53 UTC
Vice President Shettima Conveys Solidarity and Condemnation Amidst Tragedy
Nigeria's Vice President, Kashim Shettima, visited a displaced persons camp in northern Plateau State, on Wednesday and engaged with survivors of recent violence in the region. The grief that binds us is a testament to our shared humanity, not differences,” said Kashim Shettima, Vice President of Nigeria. "What we have seen in this recent tragedy, in the past few days, is a tragedy of enormous proportion. This is wicked, and I can’t just imagine it, I can’t wrap my head around it," added Caleb Mutfwang, Plateau State Governor. President Bola Tinubu has assured the affected communities that efforts will be made to find a resolution to the crisis.
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December 28, 2023 13:39 UTC
Catalysing private capital for Africa’s green transition
This is an African Union convened institution and investor-led global investment initiative that is meant to catalyse private capital for Africa’s Green Transition. Ruzibiza is also a member of the advisory board of the upcoming Africa’s Green Economy Summit which takes place in Cape Town early in 2024. Use promo code ESI10 to get a discount on your delegate ticket when you register for Africa's Green Economy Summit in Cape Town from 21 to 23 February 2024. Africa’s green projects need capitalRuzibiza sees the upcoming summit as an important platform where global capital can meet green projects. Ruzibiza will be a speaker at the next Africa’s Green Economy Summit (AGES) and you can find out more about his thoughts on green hydrogen and the circular economy online.
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December 28, 2023 13:32 UTC
Intra-EAC trade grows less than bloc’s external trade, as members impose more barriers – The North Africa Post
East African trade is threading in the wrong direction as member states of the East African Community (EAC) are trading more with countries outside the bloc rather than with each another, owing to pesky trade barriers. One example is the trade dispute between Kenya and Uganda that has been running for years after Kenya impounded milk from Uganda and banned the imports of the commodity. The news publication also warns that this situation undermines the entire purpose of the regional bloc, which is to further intra-EAC trade, thus weakens the regional integration goal. EAC Secretariat’s 2022 Trade and Investment Report has showed a new trend where the bloc’s member countries are doing increased business with the West African countries, Japan, the United States, India, China and the United Arab Emirates (UAE). Although the EAC has so far resolved 23 out of 33 NTBs, Peter Mathuki, Secretary-General, EAC Secretariat, notes that “the persistence of NTBs (still) continued to negatively affect intra-EAC trade.” Provisional data show that in the 2021-2022 period, EAC imports from the UAE surged by 81.9%, from India increased by 20.9%, from China grew by 16.6%, whereas total intra-EAC trade grew by a mere 11.2%.
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December 28, 2023 12:07 UTC
Shoprite Group In South Africa Boosts Renewable Energy Usage
In a significant stride towards sustainability, the Shoprite Group has elevated its renewable energy consumption by nearly twofold, reaching 103,234MWh compared to the previous year’s 54,138MWh. This impressive achievement stems from a 91% increase in acquiring renewable energy from landlords and other suppliers. The retail giant has concurrently slashed electricity consumption by 161 million kWh through an LED lamp replacement initiative and boasts solar-panel installations covering the equivalent of more than 26 soccer fields. The company’s commitment involves investing significantly in reducing its carbon footprint across operations and prioritizing energy consumption. Raghubir outlines the Group’s three-pronged approach, which encompasses consumption reduction, expanding renewable capacity, and collaborative electricity purchases with independent power producers (IPPs).
Source:The North Africa Journal
December 28, 2023 11:44 UTC
Coretrax appoints Sales and Operations Manager for Africa
The company has appointed Colin Graham as the company’s first Sales and Operations Manager for Africa as it plans for further growth in the region. Colin joins the business with nearly four decades of oil and gas industry experience across the North Sea, Middle East and Africa. In his new role, he will have a key focus on strengthening Coretrax’ presence in Africa, building on the company’s existing relationships across the region. He will work closely alongside the company’s Western Hemisphere sales manager to plan and implement business development strategies and oversee the execution of operations. Colin said: “I’m very proud to be joining the team at Coretrax to enhance existing operations and actively expand the business’ footprint across Africa.
Source:The North Africa Journal
December 28, 2023 10:55 UTC
Kim Jong Un orders North Korean military to ramp up war preparations
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December 28, 2023 06:55 UTC
MENA: Pro-Palestinian rallies likely to continue across region through at least late January /update 10
Rallies and demonstrations in solidarity with Palestinians will likely continue across the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region through at least late January. While many demonstrations will almost certainly manifest a strong anti-Israeli and anti-Western sentiment, significant violence is unlikely at most rallies. Demonstrations are likely to materialize across the region in the following areas:Near diplomatic missions and offices, particularly those of Israel, the US, and other Western nations. Road transport disruptions are likely near all protests. Attacks/Violent IncidentsAn elevated threat of violence as well as increased security measures are likely near Jewish, Israeli, and overtly Western facilities.
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December 28, 2023 06:16 UTC
Grid access challenges and solutions for wind projects in Africa
Ben Brimble, Development Director – Africa for Seriti Green, spoke to ESI Africa at Windaba about integrating wind projects onto the national electricity grid. Brimble spoke about how projects solve the problem in South Africa, and how grid access is not just an Africa-specific problem. Find out more about Seriti Green.
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December 28, 2023 06:03 UTC
How To Watch United Cup, Brisbane & Hong Kong
2024How To Watch United Cup, Brisbane & Hong Kong2024 Season kicks off with a bangGetty Images 2023Matt Ebden, Ellen Perez, Storm Hunter, John Millman, Alex de Minaur and Ajla Tomljanovic of Team Australia pose at Rottnest Island ahead of the 2024 United Cup. By ATP StaffThe 2024 ATP Tour season begins with the United Cup in Perth (from 29 Dec.) and Sydney (from 30 Dec.), and ATP 250s in Brisbane (from 31 Dec.) and Hong Kong (1 Jan.). HOW TO WATCH UNITED CUPSee below for a list of broadcasters for the 2024 United Cup. *France:France, French Guiana, French Polynesia, Guadeloupe, Luxembourg, Madagascar, Mauritius, Martinique, Monaco, New Caledonia, Reunion and Mayotte, Saint-Bathelemy, Saint-Martin and Saint Pierre et Miquelon, Wallis and Futuna. ; Cayman Islands; Dominica; Dominican Republic; French Guiana; Grenada; Guadeloupe; Guyana; Haiti; Jamaica; Martinique; Montserrat; Saint Vincent and the Grenadines; Saint Kitts ＆ Nevis; Saint Lucia; Suriname; Turks ＆ Caicos Is; Trinidad ＆ TobagoUnited States*:Includes Puerto Rico; Virgin Islandshas context menu
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December 28, 2023 03:41 UTC
International maritime cooperation saves 19 lives
By LUO WANGSHU | chinadaily.com.cn | Updated: 2023-12-28 11:04International cooperation successfully saved 19 distressed crew members, including 18 Chinese nationals and one Vietnamese national, in African waters on Wednesday. The vessel, carrying 19 crew members, caught fire in the cargo area in the central waters off the Mozambique Channel in Africa. The crew members abandoned the ship and boarded life rafts, meaning they could not be contacted. The China Maritime Search and Rescue Center promptly activated the emergency response mechanism for overseas maritime search and rescue. They coordinated the maritime search and rescue centers of nearby coastal countries such as Mozambique and Madagascar to dispatch forces for the search and rescue operation.
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December 28, 2023 03:05 UTC
Rethinking ‘Just Transition’ In Africa
The reality is that much climate change action happens in silos. A distinct gap between the Global North and the Global South seems to persist. Here, the gap between the Global North and the Global South is painfully apparent. The reality is that the Global South lacks the funding and resources to take on this fight alone. Yet, only $83.3 billion was provided and mobilized by developed countries for climate initiatives in developing countries in 2020, $16.7 billion short of the annual goal.
Source:The North Africa Journal
December 28, 2023 01:00 UTC
4 Saudi consumer insights to elevate retail marketing campaigns
Saudi Arabian consumers are among the world’s most digitally savvy. Around 92% of Saudi Arabians have access to or own a smartphone . And the average adult spends over four hours browsing the internet on their phone — which is a quarter of the time they’re awake. A recent survey by Google and Ipsos reveals four Saudi consumer trends that could help your retail marketing better connect with this digitally literate population:1. Saudis are proud of their countryThe research asked Saudi consumers what it means to be a Saudi national.
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December 27, 2023 23:41 UTC
Morocco stands as best industrial alternative to Asia amid Red sea crisis – The North Africa Post
The hijacking of commercial ships and drone attacks by the Iran-backed Houthi rebels have disrupted supply chains leading many in Europe to think of Morocco as an industrial hub and an alternative to Asia. The longer route means additional shipping costs and late deliveries. About 60% of Europe’s imports comes through the Suez Canal, which accounts for about 15% of the global trade. The disruption of supply chains and trade routes with Asia means that European investors seeking competitive production costs would relocate to closer destinations such as Morocco and Turkey, economy expert Pierre Cariou told French paper l’Express. The North African Kingdom in particular has stood out during the pandemic as the best choice for European industrial operators seeking to shorten distances and reduce the fallout of geopolitical crises on supply chains.
Source:The North Africa Journal
December 27, 2023 18:38 UTC
2024 for Global Sustainability Pioneers (USDUS $5.9 million in Prizes) – Opportunities For Africans
Application Deadline: June 24, 2024The Zayed Sustainability Prize fund comes from the Abu Dhabi Government as a way to honour and continue the sustainability and humanitarian legacy of the founding father of the United Arab Emirates, the late Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan. Masdar, Abu Dhabi’s renewable energy company, manages the Zayed Sustainability Prize. A dedicated team works on the Prize all year round. In each of the following six global regions, one school will win up to US $150,000. For More Information:Visit the Official Webpage of the Zayed Sustainability Prize 2023/2024
Source:The North Africa Journal
December 27, 2023 17:07 UTC