Amnesty International Calls for End to Sectarian Attacks in Northern Nigeria
Human rights groups have called on Nigerian authorities to end sectarian attacks that left at least 35 people dead in northern areas over the weekend. Amnesty International is among human rights groups condemning the recent attacks in Nigeria and calling for accountability. In a statement Sunday, the group urged authorities to "immediately and decisively end incessant attacks by gunmen on communities in southern Kaduna." Isah Gambo, a spokesperson for the Katsina state police, says authorities have restored calm in the affected areas and are keeping watch. "They came all along from Zamfara state on motorbikes into Katsina state.
Source:The North Africa Journal
March 13, 2023 23:49 UTC
Morocco’s stance on Israel-Palestinian conflict creates rift between monarchy and opposition party
Photo: Ex Prime Minister and current head of the PJD party, Abdelilah Benkirane:Morocco’s royal court on Monday criticised comments by a leading Islamist opposition party that accused the authorities of bias towards Israel. “Morocco’s position towards the Palestinian question is irreversible,” the royal court said Monday, noting that “the kingdom’s external policy is the prerogative of His Majesty the King (Mohammed VI) under the constitution”. As such, it “cannot be subjected to political bidding and narrow electoral campaigns”, the statement added. “The instrumentalisation of the kingdom’s foreign policy in an internal partisan agenda is a dangerous and unacceptable precedent,” it said. Since Morocco and Israel normalised ties, cooperation has advanced at a steady pace, though the kingdom continues to reaffirm its stance in support of the Palestinians and their bid for statehood.
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March 13, 2023 23:37 UTC
US, South Korea hold drills as North sub test-fires missiles
(AP Photo/Ahn Young-joon)SEOUL, South Korea (AP) — The South Korean and U.S. militaries launched their biggest joint exercises in years Monday while North Korea said it tested submarine-fired cruise missiles in an apparent protest of the drills it views as an invasion rehearsal. He added the weapons could reach even the U.S. Pacific territory of Guam if a North Korean submarine can operate farther from its shore. Military spokesperson Lee Sung Jun said South Korean assessments didn’t match the launch details North Korea provided but didn’t elaborate. South Korea’s Unification Ministry separately called the launches “very regrettable,” saying North Korea has nothing to gain by raising tensions. In past years, the U.S. and South Korea cancelled or scaled back drills to pursue diplomatic efforts to denuclearize North Korea and out of concern about the COVID-19 pandemic.
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March 13, 2023 22:17 UTC
15 startups selected for Google for Startups Accelerator: Women Founders Africa Programme
Fifteen startups from across the continent have been selected for the inaugural Google for Startups Accelerator: Women Founders Africa Programme. An extension of the Google for Startups Accelerator Africa programme established in 2017, the female-focused accelerator aims to empower and support women founders on the continent by providing resources and opportunities for them to scale. Five of the selected startups are from Kenya – eWaka, Farmer Lifeline, MosMos, Gobeba and Zydii – and another three from Nigeria, namely Alajo App, Maxibuy and Tyms Africa. “We are thrilled to announce the selected startups for the inaugural class of our Google for Startups Accelerator Africa: Women Founders Cohort. These women are tackling some of Africa’s most pressing challenges, and we’re excited to support them as they build the future,” said Folarin Aiayegbusi, head of startup ecosystem for Africa at Google.
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March 13, 2023 22:14 UTC
Morocco-Israel: Royal Cabinet warns PJD Secretariat General over its “irresponsible” remarks; reminds it foreign policy is part of the Sovereign’s prerogatives – The North Africa Post
Morocco’s Royal Office has issued this Monday a statement warning the Secretariat General of the Justice and Development Party (PJD) over “irresponsible excessive views and dangerous approximations” concerning Morocco’s relations with Israel,” pointing out that the instrumentalization of the Kingdom’s foreign policy in a domestic partisan agenda constitutes “a dangerous, unacceptable precedent,” and recalling that Morocco’s position regarding the Palestinian question is irreversible. The Royal Cabinet statement came in response to PJD’s criticism regarding Morocco’s position on the Palestinian cause and its relations with Israel, claiming that Morocco’s Foreign Minister Nasser Bourita defends Israel at regional and international meetings. The sovereign “places this issue on a par with the question of the Kingdom’s territorial integrity,” it said, adding that “this is a constant, principled position, which should not be open to political posturing and narrow electoral campaigns.”The Kingdom’s foreign policy is a prerogative of the King, as per the Constitution – a foreign policy which the Sovereign implements, taking into account the immutable values and best interests of the nation, chief among which is the issue of territorial integrity. The Royal Office statement made it clear that “the Kingdom’s international relations cannot be the subject of blackmail by anyone or for any consideration whatsoever, particularly in the current complex global context. The instrumentalization of the Kingdom’s foreign policy in a domestic partisan agenda thus constitutes a dangerous, unacceptable precedent.”The Royal Office recalling the circumstances under which the re-establishment of ties with Israel was carried out, said the resumption of these relations took place in circumstances and in a context which everyone knows.
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March 13, 2023 22:05 UTC
Tanzania: Eight Miners Killed in Underground Land Collapse
Geita — EGHT artisanal miners have been killed due to underground pit collapse at Igando Village in Magenge Ward, Geita Region. In his address, Geita Regional Mining Officer, Mr Martin Shija said the area where the accident occurred was licensed to one -Abdul Joseph, but banned for artisanal mining activities in September 2022. RPC Sarakikya named the deceased as Emmanuel Chacha (25), a resident of Kemakorere village in Tarime District, Mara Region. RPC Sarakikya has said that the incident happened on Saturday around 11 pm inside the mine operated by the Barrick Company in partnership with the government of Tanzania, through the Twiga Minerals Company. However, RPC Sarakikya said that he will provide a full report of the incident after the autopsy of the deceased is completed.
Source:The North Africa Journal
March 13, 2023 21:55 UTC
Innovation & Excellence Awards 2023 Concludes with Resounding Success
The Summit brought together the best and brightest minds in the banking, financial services, fintechs and techfin sectors. The event, which took place on 7 March 2023, featured insightful speakers, award-winning companies, and top-notch sponsors. Attendees were treated to a range of informative sessions, covering topics such as digital transformation, cybersecurity, and risk management. Gold Sponsor – Huawei, Gold Sponsor – ABSA Bank Kenya, Silver Sponsor – Cyber1 Solutions, Silver Sponsor – Technology Fund Africa Ltd, Networking Sponsor – BA Consulting,Overall, the 7th Edition Connected Banking Summit East Africa – Innovation & Excellence Awards 2023 was a resounding success, with attendees leaving with valuable insights and new connections. Official Research Partner- Oxford Business Group, Official Transport Partner – Official Media Partners – Business daily, Nation Media GroupClick below to share this article
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March 13, 2023 21:42 UTC
TV and movie productions created thousands of jobs in NC last year, state officials say
Television and movie producers spent more than $258 million in North Carolina last year, creating thousands of jobs in the process. Example video title will go here for this videoCHARLOTTE, N.C. — Filmmakers and television producers spent more than $258 million in North Carolina last year and created 16,000 jobs, data from the Department of Commerce shows. More than 70 projects were filmed across North Carolina in 2022, including series like "Hightown" and "The Summer I Turned Pretty." "Our film industry is an economic multiplier for North Carolina," Commerce Secretary Machelle Baker Sanders said. North Carolina officials say 2023 is off to a strong start with filming already bringing in nearly $100 million and creating more than 9,700 jobs.
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March 13, 2023 20:15 UTC
Senegalese mango producers prepare for the export campaign
Senegalese mango producers are preparing for the launch of the export campaign in June, with an expected increase in volumes, says Mohamed Mbengue of Unionagri Des Niayes. This was reflected in the coloring, which reached 70% of red, and in the sizes ranging from 7 to 12. All producers have increased their acreage since the Senegalese Kent mango has gained a great reputation in the world." We also have calibers of an equally good taste destined for the processed mango and juice industries", add Mohamed. In terms of prices, the producer does not expect any change: "We will keep prices at the same level as last season.
Source:The North Africa Journal
March 13, 2023 19:24 UTC
Just Eat Takeaway.com Announces Leadership Changes with its North America Segment
Migdal has played a critical role in driving growth and scale at SkipTheDishes, Canada's largest food delivery network. He brings more than 16 years of experience in food delivery, having co-founded GrubCanada, Canada's first national food delivery platform in 2008. About SkipTheDishesSkipTheDishes is part of Just Eat Takeaway.com , a leading global online food delivery marketplace. About Just Eat Takeaway.comJust Eat Takeaway.com (LSE: JET) (AMS: TKWY) is one of the world's leading global online food delivery marketplaces. With 692,000 connected partners, Just Eat Takeaway.com offers consumers a wide variety of food choice.
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March 13, 2023 19:05 UTC
The UAE Expects Its Energy Industry Growth To Continue
The future of the energy industry in the United Arab Emirates is bright and will reach new heights in the future, the oil minister of the UAE, Suhail Al Mazrouei has said. At an event titled “Charting the Future of the UAE’s Energy Sector”, Al Mazrouei said that the UAE had ambitious goals in low-carbon energy and was seeking to engage partners both at home and abroad to advance the country’s ambitions. The UAE is the third-largest producer in OPEC, along with Kuwait, after Saudi Arabia and Iraq. Although traditionally a staunch ally of the OPEC de facto leader, recent media reports have suggested relations between the two countries have cooled. If the trend continues, it would suggest that the UAE’s energy future will be decoupled from Saudi Arabia’s, even as the two remain partners in OPEC.
Source:The North Africa Journal
March 13, 2023 18:37 UTC
Is Tunisia poised to become a leading deeptech hub in Africa and the Middle East?
With a rapidly evolving entrepreneurship and innovation ecosystem, Tunisia is little by little positioning itself as a leading entrepreneurship and innovation destination, particularly in deeptech. Where it all started: Tunisia’s innovation ecosystemTunisia is a rising startup ecosystem in Africa, right behind the big four (South Africa, Egypt, Kenya, and Nigeria). Post the 2011 revolution, Tunisia focused its energy on building a vibrant entrepreneurship and innovation ecosystem that is starting to pay off. However, this is just the beginning for Tunisia regarding deeptech innovation. Tunisia can potentially become a leading AI and deeptech hub for Africa, but why stop there?
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March 13, 2023 18:04 UTC
The Illicit Market in MENA: Bridging the Gap between Illicit and Retail
Based on Euromonitor’s analysis, MEA countries like Nigeria, Lebanon, Yemen, Mozambique and Cameroon are prone to illicit trade. Also, MEA economies with poorer regulations experience higher illicit trade as they have weaker regulatory frameworks to combat illicit networks. Illicit alcohol trade is carried out at various rendezvous points in the desert, where the modus operandi is to meet suppliers and fill empty petrol cans with alcohol. Illicit trade and organised crime activity are believed to be closely linked to the country’s increased violence and conflict over the past decade. Global governments, businesses and national associations are constantly engaged in trying to curb illicit trade.
Source:The North Africa Journal
March 13, 2023 16:54 UTC
PM Aldabaiba opens new Aljaied cheese production line
The Tripoli-based Libyan Prime Minister, Abd Alhamid Aldabaiba, visited Aljaied Company for Food Industries on Saturday where he opened a new triangle cheese spread production line. Aldabaiba was accompanied by the Minister of Economy and Trade, Mohamed Al-Hwej, the Minister of Transportation, Mohamed Al-Shahoubi, the Minister of Industry and Minerals, Ahmed Abu Hisa, the Undersecretary for Public Affairs, Production Affairs and Industrial Zones, Mustafa Al-Sumu, and the Executive Director of the of Libyan Industry Union, Ali NuseerThe visit included a tour explaining the workflow of the production lines and to see the company’s products and its capabilities to cover the needs of the Libyan market. In response, the Chairman of Aljaied confirmed the availability of large quantities of basic food commodities, including milk, cheese and juices during the fasting month of Ramadan. Aljaied says the opening of a new triangle cheese spread production line comes within the framework of the its transformation from an importer to a manufacturer. RELATED POSTS No Content AvailableLargest pasta, couscous and semolina factory in North Africa opened in Libya (libyaherald.com)Whiba Holding’s Al-Safwa brand pasta and couscous factory starts operations (libyaherald.com)
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March 13, 2023 14:16 UTC
Luxury Chain Will Open First Lodge in Maasai Mara
The scenic hotel two and half hour’s drive away from leading business travel destination, Nairobi, is set to welcome guests from April 1. According to the hotel group, JW Marriott Masai Mara Lodge will mark the brand’s very first luxury safari lodge and will sit within the Masai Mara National Reserve in south-western Kenya, one of Africa’s most renowned wildlife conservation and wilderness regions. Overlooking the famed banks of the River Talek on the edge of the reserve, Masai Mara Lodge will offer guests a harmonious backdrop from which to discover its stunning vistas, abundant wildlife, and endless plains, balancing the thrill of a game drive with opportunities to switch off and relax.
Source:The North Africa Journal
March 13, 2023 09:42 UTC