Russia's foreign minister tours North Africa as anger toward the West swells across the region
This photo provided by the Tunisia presidency shows Tunisian President Kais Saied, right, shaking hands with Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov, Thursday Dec. 21, 2023 in Tunis. Before Russia's invasion of Ukraine, Tunisia received roughly half of its total wheat imports from Ukraine. He also contrasted Russia's positions with those of the United States in the Middle East. “We see Russia as a partner.”Morocco and Tunisia have historically hewed more closely to the United States and NATO than Russia. “The (North African) countries have positioned themselves in ways to maximize their relations to the great powers — Russia, United States, Europe,” he said.
Source:The North Africa Journal
December 21, 2023 17:44 UTC
ICPO Foundation and MRC Form Key Partnership to Boost Global Education Standards and Establish Innovative Theranostics Reference Centers in Egypt and North Africa
WIESBADEN, Germany & NEW CAIRO, Egypt--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Today, the International Centers for Precision Oncology (ICPO) Foundation and MISR Radiology Center (MRC) announced their cooperation in establishing MRC as one of the global ICPO Collaborating Centers. MRC will support the joint development and enhancement of best practice standards and their implementation in the internationally active ICPO Academy (Academy for Precision Oncology) in Egypt and North Africa. The ICPO Foundation has recently inaugurated the ICPO Academy for Theranostics and is actively progressing towards the establishment of ICPO Centers worldwide. As a preeminent nuclear medicine facility in Egypt, MRC has spearheaded the theranostics revolution in diagnosis and therapy since 2017. About ICPO FoundationThe International Centers for Precision Oncology Foundation (ICPO) is a non-profit organization established in 2019 under German law by leading international medical practitioners and life sciences entrepreneurs.
Source:The North Africa Journal
December 21, 2023 13:46 UTC
Respect for territorial integrity, salient theme in Russia-Arab cooperation forum – The North Africa Post
The Russia-Arab cooperation forum in Marrakech urged full respect of the sovereignty and territorial integrity of states and urged non-interference in domestic issues. This came in the final statement of the forum, attended by Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov and hosted by his Moroccan peer Nasser Boourita. Algeria has armed and backed financially and diplomatically the Polisario militias nurturing a plot to take over southern Moroccan territories. The final declaration also stressed the need to respect the territorial integrity of Libya, Syria, and Yemen. The Russia-Arab forum also called for guaranteeing the free flow and safety of maritime traffic in the Gulf and the Red Sea, disrupted recently by Houthi piracy.
Source:The North Africa Journal
December 21, 2023 12:32 UTC
North African Countries Collaborate To Strengthen Anti-Counterfeiting Measures In An Environmentally Sustainable Manner
Countries in Northern Africa, including Tunisia, Algeria, Morocco and Egypt have been increasing their focus on anti-counterfeiting and protection and enforcement of intellectual property rights. A seminar, following on from previous events hosted by AfrIPI, was held in September 2023 in partnership with other international organizations to focus on enforcement of intellectual property rights and fight against counterfeiting. The seminar enabled open dialogue between various stakeholders to discuss effective strategies in detecting, monitoring, and investigating IP infringement and to find workable solutions for the destruction of seized goods in an environmentally sustainable manner including recycling seized goods for other uses. SOURCE: AfrIPI supports North African countries in the fight against counterfeiting and the enforcement of intellectual property rights | AfrIPIThe content of this article is intended to provide a general guide to the subject matter. Specialist advice should be sought about your specific circumstances.
Source:The North Africa Journal
December 21, 2023 09:33 UTC
Solar PV key to transforming water, energy, food crises into a nexus opportunity
To address this problem, RES4Africa calls for integrated policy actions where energy, water and food intersect and interconnect. The International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA) expects solar energy development to be the dominant renewable source of electricity by 2050. This is even more true for countries where water scarcity and high availability of renewable energy sources coincide, such as Morocco. AgrivoltaicsPopular contentAgrivoltaics combine agriculture and the generation of solar energy in the same location, adapting them to each other. The Foundation’s mission is to create favorable conditions for scaling up investments in clean energy technologies to accelerate the continent’s just energy transition and transformation.
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December 21, 2023 09:06 UTC
The Definitive List of Top Crypto Presale Coins
This article, meticulously compiled through data gleaned from official new presale coin websites, presale token platforms and relevant news sources, delves into the best crypto presale and new coins, including ApeMax, the world’s first “Boost-to-Earn” coin and cryptocurrency. A crypto presale is sale of a new cryptocurrency to qualified buyers before it becomes available to the general public. However, it’s also important to note that like all crypto coins, new tokens and presale tokens carry risks, and that such tokens may not be suitable for all individuals. Here are some things that crypto presale hunters do:Explore Relevant News: Scoure online Web3 and crypto related publications and press releases to uncover news on recently launched or trending and top crypto presales. Crypto Presale Tracking Websites: Monitor the upcoming section and the other relevant lists on crypto presale and new coin tracking platforms.
Source:The North Africa Journal
December 21, 2023 08:54 UTC
Massive needs everywhere as displacement reaches unprecedented levels in Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC)
In eastern Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) the humanitarian crisis has reached dramatic heights in 2023, with massive levels of violence and displacement. In North Kivu, armed clashes linked to the resurgence of the M23 armed group have forced up to one million people to flee their homes. In North Kivu, violence between armed groups – the M23 prominent among them – has triggered constant and massive people movements across Rutshuru, Nyiragongo, and Masisi territories. At the same time the closure of health facilities in North Kivu due to the insecurity also forced people who needed ongoing healthcare south. “The humanitarian needs are everywhere and are massive, but as a medical organisation we can only respond to the most pressing and urgent ones,” says Alira Halidou.
Source:The North Africa Journal
December 21, 2023 04:59 UTC
Israel and Hamas no closer to new deal to pause fighting, says Biden – video
The US president, Joe Biden, said Israel and Hamas were no closer to reaching a deal that would pause fighting, allowing humanitarian aid to Gaza to be facilitated and Israeli hostages to be released. Biden was also asked for a response on the number of casualties in Gaza passing 20,000 people. 'I think it's tragic,' he said
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December 21, 2023 01:16 UTC
Equip Africa youth to fill global skills gap
Columnists Equip Africa youth to fill global skills gapWith its burgeoning youth population, Africa holds the potential to address the global skills shortage. PHOTO | SHUTTERSTOCKBy BITANGE NDEMOMore by this AuthorWith its burgeoning youth population, Africa holds the potential to address the global skills shortage, a predicament increasingly afflicting companies in the Global North. Africa, however, stands out with more than 500 million youth, constituting about 20 percent of the global youth workforce. Projections indicate an additional 100 million African youth by 2030, while other regions are anticipated to witness a decline of around 100 million, elevating Africa’s share to nearly 25 percent of the global youth workforce. The potential for Africa's youth to bridge the global skills gap and lead innovation and entrepreneurship is boundless.
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December 21, 2023 00:01 UTC
Morocco calls for Russian-Arab Cooperation Forum to become effective, active strategic dialogue – The North Africa Post
Morocco has pleaded from Marrakech on Wednesday to make of the Russian-Arab Cooperation Forum a frame for effective and active strategic dialogue and for practical and fruitful partnership and for the creation of an “Economic and Cultural Forum” to go beyond the logic of classic diplomatic dialogue, towards innovative and concrete models of collaboration. It is also a question, he continued, of benefiting from the experiences and best practices of regional partnerships, notably the Russia-Islamic World International Forum and the Russia-Africa Cooperation Forum. This would mark the start of a new phase in this brotherly country, based on stability, legality and meeting the needs of the Libyan people. “We also hope that the situation will stabilize throughout the Arab world, with dialogue and peaceful initiatives prevailing,” he noted. The Russian-Arab Cooperation Forum is a regional meeting held at foreign ministers’ level.
Source:The North Africa Journal
December 20, 2023 22:58 UTC
Ramadan 2024: Boost brand connection via online video marketing
Understand and align with people’s values this RamadanDuring Ramadan, people want to connect with values they associate with this time of year. And this then informs the types of video content they consume during those times:Fasting is a time of self-reflection when people focus on content that they personally enjoy, like short-form videos on self-care and spirituality . Regional consumers consider YouTube their main window to the world during Ramadan. Traditional values are stable and tested over time, but because the audience may expect them, they could feel overdone. If your brand decides to tie its content to a traditional value, it needs to ensure consistency over the long term.
Source:The North Africa Journal
December 20, 2023 17:01 UTC
Platinum miners’ underground protest in South Africa goes on
About 2,205 employees started an underground protest on Monday. “The exits for both North and South shafts remain open and accessible, and assistance is available to employees electing to exit the shafts when they are ready to do so,” Implats said. Illegal underground protests and copycat unlawful actions at mining operations in South Africa have become more prevalent in recent months, causing disruptions in the broader mining industry, Implats said. The action at Bafokeng Rasimone is the fourth such protest since October. “Given prevailing low platinum group metal prices, the financial sustainability of the broader PGM industry is at risk,” the company said Tuesday.
Source:The North Africa Journal
December 20, 2023 16:22 UTC
Finnovex North Africa 2024: SEIZING THE FINTECH BOOM
Date: 5-6 March, 2024Location: Cairo EgyptWebsite: https://na.finnovex.com/Finnovex, the premier global platform dedicated to catalyzing discussions and insights within the financial technology sector, proudly announces the return of Finnovex North Africa 2024. With a theme centered around “Seizing the Fintech Boom: Innovations Reshaping the Financial Landscape,” Finnovex North Africa 2024 is set to uncover the transformative power of technology in revolutionizing the financial industry across the North African region. Finnovex North Africa 2024 will provide a comprehensive overview of emerging technologies such as AI, blockchain, digital banking, cybersecurity, regulatory compliance, and their pivotal roles in reshaping the financial landscape. Join us at Finnovex North Africa 2024 on the 5th and 6th of March 2024 in Cairo, Egypt, and become an integral part of the conversation reshaping the future of finance at this premier event. Through its series of conferences and events, Finnovex brings together leading minds, visionaries, and stakeholders to explore and harness the potential of emerging technologies, fostering collaboration and driving industry progress.
Source:The North Africa Journal
December 20, 2023 13:52 UTC
China Eastern Airlines launches direct flight route between Shanghai and Cairo
SHANGHAI, Dec. 20, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- China Eastern Airlines' first flight between Shanghai and the Egyptian capital of Cairo took place on Dec. 11, marking the first direct passenger flight route from Shanghai to North Africa operated by a Chinese airline. China Eastern Airlines launches direct flight route between Shanghai and Cairo. China Eastern Airlines launches direct flight route between Shanghai and Cairo. Image Attachments Links:Link: https://iop.asianetnews.net/view-attachment?attach-id=443814Caption: China Eastern Airlines launches direct flight route between Shanghai and Cairo. Link: https://iop.asianetnews.net/view-attachment?attach-id=443815Caption: China Eastern Airlines launches direct flight route between Shanghai and Cairo.
Source:The North Africa Journal
December 20, 2023 13:50 UTC
What does Biden’s ‘Mr Sahara’ want?
The issue of the Western Sahara is at the top of the agenda for the US assistant secretary of state for North Africa, Joshua Harris. Since his appointment in July 2022 to oversee affairs relating to Algeria, Egypt, Libya, Morocco and Tunisia, this career diplomat has travelled back and forth frequently between Washington, Algiers and Rabat. There's more to this story Get unlimited access to our exclusive journalism and features today. Our award-winning team of correspondents and editors report from over 54 African countries, from Cape Town to Cairo, from Abidjan to Abuja to Addis Ababa. Subscribe Now cancel anytime Already a a subscriber Sign In
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December 20, 2023 13:39 UTC